Ford Probe
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    This would be a 5 because you appear to get a lot of car for money, but very expensive to maintain.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    High insurance (group 16), average fuel economy, high parts costs (£230 distributor - common fault).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    On open road this car is excellent. Round town, 2.0 slow take-off speed.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good on open road. Cruise control helps, handling ok.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    More time in garage than on road.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Always receives admiring glances, nice exterior styling - alloys a bit dodgy.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good in front (watch lumber/bolster sections on front seats - easily worn). No space in rear.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No body stolen it so far - but who wants to?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Poor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Distributor... ouch £230 to replace, corroded wire to rear fuel pump.

    Other

    Interior styling poor, older models prone to door electrics coming loose.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes