Changes: Ford Probe/Escort ZX2

Revision as of 20:04, 30 September 2015

Year-to-year changes

1991

The original Ford Probe had three trims -- GL, GT and LX.

1995

Ford's sporty hatchback, the Probe, receives a mild freshening for 1995. Available in base and GT trim, the biggest change on both models concerns new optional wheels. New 15-in. unidirectional, 3-spoke aluminum wheels are available for the base Probe and new 16-in. unidirectional, aluminum 5-spokers for GT. Other exterior changes involve a new taillight design and a restyled rear treatment for the GT.

Inside, you'll find a second cupholder on the console, new seat fabrics and restyled door panels.

The Probe is a front-drive "Mustang alternative" for younger buyers. The line also offers an alternative to the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Eagle Talon, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Nissan 240SX, Toyota Celica and Mazda MX-6.

Although their bodywork is different, the Probe shares its mechanical components with the MX-6 and is built in the same factory as the Mazda in Flat Rock, Michigan.

The base Probe is motivated by a 118-hp Four, while the GT gets its oats from a dual-cam, 164-hp V6.

Probe offers real sports car performance (not just appearance) for the money, with its quadralink independent rear suspension and stabilizer bars at both ends. The GT has a special sport suspension to complement its added power.

Both models come with dual airbags. Antilock brakes, larger wheels and high-performance tires are standard on the GT and optional on the base Probe. Other options on both models include leather front seats, power sliding sunroof and a power driver's seat.

Retail prices

As of May 2, 1994:

$13,905 (1994 Ford Probe)
$16,235 (1994 Ford Probe GT)

As of late 1994:

$14,180 (1995 Ford Probe)
$16,545 (1995 Ford Probe GT)

As of June 15, 1995:

$13,930 (1996 Ford Probe)
$16,450 (1996 Ford Probe GT)

Shipping prices

$360 (1994 and early 1995 models)
$375 (1995 and early 1996 models)

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 Both models come with dual airbags. Antilock brakes, larger wheels and high-performance tires are standard on the GT and optional on the base Probe. Other options on both models include leather front seats, power sliding sunroof and a power driver's seat.
 ==Retail prices==
+As of May 2, 1994:
 *'''$13,905 '''(1994 Ford Probe)
 *'''$16,235 '''(1994 Ford Probe GT)
+As of late 1994:
 *'''$14,180 '''(1995 Ford Probe)
 *'''$16,545 '''(1995 Ford Probe GT)
+As of June 15, 1995:
 *'''$13,930 '''(1996 Ford Probe)
 *'''$16,450 '''(1996 Ford Probe GT)