1996 Ford Probe GT 2.5

Summary:

A high performance bargain

Faults:

The sunroof is very rusty. Rear wheel bearing needs to be replaced.

General Comments:

This car is very quick and handling is superb. This is my third Probe and I just couldn't find anything that would be a better substitute (cost-wise and perfromance-wise) on the used car market. Very responsive, great looking - even today GT will get lots of attention on the road. The interior is sporty looking. Working under the hood can be time consuming since it's very tight. Probes never gave me any serious problems. I've done all repairs myself and I enjoy owning my GT. Good on gas.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 18th April, 2004

14th Mar 2005, 12:05

Hi, I totally agree with you 100%, these cars are awsome. I had a base model probe and I recently got into a fender bender, I'm seeking to buy a probe gt, any year from 93-97. If you know of anybody selling one, could you please help me. I love these cars and desperately want another one. My email is latinlos42@yahoo.com. please help.

Carlos.

1996 Ford Probe GT 2.5L V6

Summary:

A great looking nice performing car, that requires extra time and maintenance

Faults:

While I have only had the car for a brief time. Nothing much has gone wrong with the car, except for a problem with the check engine light.

The PCM was giving out several codes, indicating that there were several possible problems which were causing the engine to run not at Ford's specifications.

General Comments:

The 93-97 Probes have distinctively attractive body styles.

The 2.5L V6 engine performs smoothly and the acceleration is brisk.

The retractable head lights give the car character and distinguishable style.

Interior styling on the car is well laid out.

However longevity on the car is questionable.

The motor for the retractable headlights usually burns out.

The interior is not made of quality parts such as found in luxury cars. My Probe has a small crack in the dash due to hot sunny weather.

The rear trunk lifts hydraulically problems occur with the lifters.

The probe was discontinued after 1997 and finding body parts for the car is hard.

Finding technicians familiar with the car's layout is hard. Usually you will pay a lot for labor costs when in the repair shop.

The PCM and electrical system is sound, but the engine bay and room under the hood is tight. Do it yourself mechanics, like myself, will find working with the car a tall task.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 8th April, 2004

23rd May 2004, 23:00

I was wondering if you could give me reference to any detailed and accurate exploded engine diagrams including wiring and vacuum charts as well on-line. Being the do-it-yourself mechanic that you say you are I thought I might get lucky to get good information from you as I also am a do-it-myself mechanic! I have a hard time getting reliable information from the locals being that I am a young female who happens to be very attractive and often underestimated! I greatly appreciate any information that you could pass my direction and will make every effort to use your advice as effectively as possible!

Sondistewart@yahoo.co.uk

Thanks!

1996 Ford Probe GT 2.6

Faults:

Faulty alarm control module. Erratic idle, dealer replaced distributor. Rack and pinion steering locked up and was replaced. Rear lift-gate hydraulics replaced. All under warranty.

After warranty ended, engine idle became erratic again. Replaced spark plug wires and installed platinum tip plugs. Brakes were replaced twice. Goodyear Eagle GT tires were adequate at best.

General Comments:

This vehicle was driven by my wife and never abused. It is definitely a high maintenance car. When it ran great it was fun to drive. Every year there was always something going wrong with it. Seats are cheap and uncomfortable for larger persons. Forget about comfort and space in the back seats!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 30th July, 2003

1996 Ford Probe SE 2.0L 16v DOHC I4

Summary:

A cheap semi sports car that handles like a dream, but could use some more ponies under the hood

Faults:

Tune up at 60,000. Engine Started Skipping.

Fuel Pump at 60,000.

Mass airflow sensor at 70,000.

Power window switch Broke at 75,000

Radiator started leaking at 80,000.

General Comments:

The car will handle like a German sports car. The engine is dull and could use some more pones under the hood. Seats are well bolsterd and keep you in place for high performance driving, but lack lumbar support for long trips and are rather hard. Back seat is for small children only and is a pain to access. I like the cars design and interior it gives it a sports car feel with the black on tan interior.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd April, 2003

8th Nov 2009, 21:32

I have a 1996 Probe Se. 160,000 miles. 4 cylinder. When I have it in neutral it wants to die. I have changed the spark plugs and put a new fuel filter on it, but it still wants to die. What can I do?

In reply to 8th Nov 2009, 21:32

9th Aug 2016, 04:54

Simply you need to change the gasket, then it will be good.

In reply to 9th Aug 2016, 04:54

9th Aug 2016, 21:36

Apart from the fact that you are replying to a comment that was posted seven years ago, a typical car engine has at least a dozen or more gaskets, so saying "simply change the gasket" is of little to no help!