1993 Ford Probe GT review from North America
"Gorgeous car that has had many problems"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have only had this car for 5 months and since that time much has gone wrong with it. I bought the car with a bad transmission which costed $1700 to fix.
The exhaust then needed to be replaced. ($250)
I put a new paint job on it because it was badly faded.
A month after I had it the distributor then went. ($300)
Almost exactly two months after the distributor was replaced that one broke, along with the brain which will cost me another $500. (My mechanic told me this will be a reoccurring problem)
I also right before I put the car on the road had $1500 in service and repairs done at Ford.
I also had problems with the door panels staying in place and the rear hatch staying open, as many others noticed.
General comments?
I love this car. It's appearance makes it a real head turner.
The car also handles superbly and loves to take the corners.
It is very comfortable and the interior is styled nicely.
Since I was told however that the distributor will be a reoccurring problem and the large amount of money I have already invested I am forced to sell it. : (
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 96500 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2004 |