Despite having made car and driver s ten best list in 89, 93, and 94 and having been named motor trend magazines car of the year in 93, the probe dwindled in production and was discontinued in 1997. The probe succeeded the ford exp, and the instrument cluster of the first. After which, the future cars appeared to be modified probes. The spx is handcrafted in italy using the same technology and materials used for oem super cars. The ford probe is a liftback coupe produced by ford, introduced in 1989 which replaced the ford exp as the companys sport compact car. The probe was part ford, mainly mazda, built as part of a joint venture known as autoalliance international near detroit. The probe was fully based on the mazda gplatform using unique sheetmetal and interior. Nov 19, 2018 motor trend christened the new probe its car of the year, and car and driver chimed in with 93 and 94 10best trophies. In 1993, the ford probe gt got the title as car of the year of motor trends magazine.
From the outset, the ford engineers assigned to this project wanted the probe to be a hardcharging drivers car. The ford probe was a coupe produced by ford, introduced in 1989 to replace the ford exp as the company\s sport compact car. For that reasonable sum, you get a smooth and responsive dohc 24valve v6 that develops 164. The longtime sports car racer stamped her name into the history books at 2. As before, the probe was to share its understructure with mazdas mx6 and 626. This here is one bad ass ford probe yes you heard that right a probe. The instrument cluster and popup headlight mechanisms are borrowed from the fc rx7. Rio red 1994 ford probe gt ford probe gt, ford probe. In fact the spx is the first carbon fiber reclining seat available to the public. See good deals, great deals and more on a ford probe. The probe was offered with two engine options, a 2. The ad said no title and advised the car came with several spares. Jan 05, 2018 the probe was part ford, mainly mazda, built as part of a joint venture known as autoalliance international near detroit.
We have worked hard to design a site that caters to everyones ford probe window crank needs. Despite having made car and drivers ten best list in 89, 93, and 94 and having been named motor trend magazines car of the year in 93, the probe dwindled in production and was discontinued in 1997. In fact, ford thought that category was the future of their ponycar profits and almost replaced the then long in the tooth mustang with the probe. Ford probe okay guys heres your chance to own the mustang replacement. The ford gt first captured the hearts and minds of many drivers around the world in the a midengine, twoseater sports car produced by ford ford probe gt sterling grey mustang mach 1 mazda 6 ford gt love car vintage trucks ford focus cars. Just plur your ford probe and year into the year make model selector above and when you search for a headlight motor auto parts warehouse will only show you parts that fit your vehicle. May 16, 20 that car, which also served to fill the gap left by the ford exp coupe and the mercury capri, was the ford probe. The probe was the result of fords collaboration with its longtime japanese partner, mazda, and both generations of probe were derived from the frontwheel drive mazda g platform that underpinned the mazda capella. Except, this car isnt from the decade of shoulder pads. The nascar dash series version of a 1990 ford probe driven by jeffrey collier set a new track record at daytona international speedway february, 1990 with a speed of 166.
The probes mission was to be an affordable sports coupe. Rio red 1994 ford probe gt ford probe gt, ford probe, old. Dubbed the probe, a name borrowed from a past concept car, the coupe made a smashing debut at the chicago auto show, which in turn lead to. The car got excellent gas mileage, has a moderate amount of power, and was fun to drive with the stick shift. Probe iv advanced the state of aerodynamic art at ford to a new level, going to great lengths to make its surfaces as. That record still stands as the fastest closed course lap for a nonturbo 4cylinder powered car. As illogical as such a move sounds today, in light of economic conditions at the close of the 1970s, developing a paradigmshifting mustang begins to make more sense. It has earned high praise since the firstgeneration model. Find 1994 ford probes for sale on oodle classifieds. Dec 23, 2018 the ford and mazda design teams merged once again to give the ford probe a complete redesign for the 1993 model year. The probe in turbocharged and later v6 form was a serious performer, almost to the point that it spooked ford as to how much it might threaten mustang sales and the mustang faithful that didnt want their prized sports car to be replaced with a 4 or 6cylinder front driver. Motor trend christened the new probe its car of the year, and car and driver chimed in with 93 and 94 10best trophies.
The only ford in history that almost replaced the mustangthe ford probe gt is slowly becoming an underground legend in the car world, partly due. Get the best deals on parts for ford probe when you shop the largest online selection at. Im selling my 1996 ford probe gt, its a awesome car, has a burgundyred wine candy color change, door jams as well, its got power windows and lock, runs and drive was my day driver. Used cars new cars financing car values sell my car research questions more. The firstgeneration probe came in three different trim levels. The probes public debut came on may 12, 1988, when the car was shown for the very first time at the chicago auto show. Unveiled in 1989, the ford probe was a coupe introduced by ford to replace the ford exp as fords sport compact vehicle. The club was founded on july 18th, 1998 and has steadily grown in membership since. Weve worked hard over 11 years designing a website experience that makes it easy for anyone to idenify whether parts fit their car. The question raised by todays nice price or crack pipe probe is would you consider campaigning a frontwheel drive race car. Ford probe troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals. Welcome to the official website of the southern california probe owners club. So roughly ten days ago i was browsing the local craigslist.
Find ford probe recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. With the 2015 mustang reputedly finally driving a stake into the boomer nostalgia fest of the last design hopefully now ford is finally going to offer. Get the best deals on parts for ford probe when you shop the largest online. Oct 10, 2018 the longtime sports car racer stamped her name into the history books at 2. Fords intent with this new probe was to lay on the good looks and driving fun so thickly that the new probe would hold its own in this. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. With its elongated roof and unrefined road manners, the firstgeneration ford probe built from 198892 was a clunker.
Okay so check it out, this ford probe has new paint 71719 new spark plugs 82219 new struts all the way around 102319 both lower control arms 92019 alignment 121819 fuel filter 91219. Ford probe 1994 spx series street racing seat by sparco. In the inevitable car and driver comparison test, the ford probe gt beat. The ford probe was a liftback coupe produced by ford, introduced in 1988 and produced until 1997. But little did anyone know that the performance would be just an appetizer for what she would. Yet in this part of the market, its image that counts. It became popular due to its appearance in the movie back to the future ii. Driving the car was incredibly forgiving to anyone just learning how to drive stick shift. Just the name probe alone was enough to scare people away. The red 1994 ford mustang gt owned by steve johnson, who. When ford almost killed the mustang, the probe was the. We didnt see the first generation probe, unlike our continental neighbours, due to it. The ford and mazda design teams merged once again to give the ford probe a complete redesign for the 1993 model year. By zach bowman for those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicles braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work.
The sparco pilot qrt seat has been developed for drivers who want head protection but are limited to space within the cockpit. From the drivers seat, the probe gt looks and feels like the sports coupe it is. Ford probe 1993 pro adv qrt series fiberglass racing seat by sparco. The curious tale of a free ford probe gt builds and project. The ford probe gt managed to hit both of those notes, especially after 1992. Probe ii never appeared and probe iii was a concept created for ford europe which saw some of its features incorporated in the merkur xr4ti. Search from 5 ford probe cars for sale, including a used 1993 ford probe, a used 1993 ford probe gt, and a used 1994 ford probe. Find 1993 ford probes for sale on oodle classifieds. Judging from our time behind the wheel, we say theyve succeeded admirably. The curious tale of a free ford probe gt builds and. Completely based on the mazda gplatform, the probe used unique sheetmetal and featured an exciting interior. The 1989 ford probe has a mazda 4 cylinder engine and a 5 speed manual transmission. Probe sales have been off since ford introduced a revamped mustang in december of 1993, but that doesnt mean the probe is a lesser car.
The shame of it is that this car would make for a fine. Ford probe is a car that possess futuristic concept of engineering. The probe gt was motor trend magazines car of the year for 1993. There are currently 246 ford cars as well as thousands of other iconic classic and collectors cars for sale on classic driver. The hype has been consistently building for the revived offroader. My search for track car turned up a second generation ford probe. Its a shame, considering how fun the probe was, and the compact coupe hole it left in fords lineup that no escort zx2 could fill. A simplified and lighter version of the adv, the frame and upholstery have been designed to provide the widest area of protection for the head and shoulders. Ford probe automotive stories for cars enthusiasts. The new probe gts performance is a touch better than that of its stablemate, the mazda mx6 ls, all the way up the speed range. It also made car and driver magazines ten best list for 1989, 1993, and 1994. The probe is one car that ford would like to forget ever existed just as we do with healthy cake or bad sex a face slappingly awful japaneseford combo that looks as weird and as plastic as anything featured on 1980s doctor who.
From the driver s seat, the probe gt looks and feels like the sports coupe it is. When ford almost killed the mustang, the probe was the heir. Were here to help you find that perfect window crank for your ford probe. Just plur your ford probe and year into the year make model selector above and when you search for a headlight motor auto parts warehouse will only show you parts that fit. Find out how it drives and what features set the ford probe apart from its main rivals. The answer might just influence whether or not you think this ford.
The lackluster sports car was around for the 80s and 90s and featured just about everything that you didnt want in a car. Originally called the mustang and based on the mazda mx6. Our probe test car was outrageously fast for a 2940pound car with only 145 hp. In the inevitable car and driver comparison test, the ford probe gt beat hondas prelude, mazdas mx6, mitsubishis eclipse, and vws corrado. Sep 23, 2018 the only ford in history that almost replaced the mustangthe ford probe gt is slowly becoming an underground legend in the car world, partly due because its a re badged mazda mx6 with great. Though in reality, the ford probe didnt really make notable sales, it earned several awards. It actually wasnt able to reach the expected sales. Weve seen them all for the upcoming 2021 ford bronco and bronco sport. The mustangs time to shine finally arrived in 1994. We didnt see the first generation probe, unlike our continental neighbours, due to it being for lefthand drive markets only. Although built in the same factory on the same platform as the probe, the mazda mx6 didnt make that list, because mazda tuned its version for luxury rather than driver appeal.