Car financing: 1990 Ford Probe
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.8 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.8 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1990 Ford Probe for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1990 Ford Probe specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 230 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.19 | $19.60 | $17.36 | $17.36 | $21.70 | $19.22 |
1990 Ford Probe: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 3.0 L | 2.2 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,800 | US$3,900 | US$3,200 | US$3,200 | US$4,350 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,038 | $3,920 | $3,472 | $3,472 | $4,340 | $3,844 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1990 Ford Probe
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 323 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts (291), electrical system (14) and engine and engine cooling (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89V159000 | 1989-09-25 | vehicle speed control:linkages | THROTTLE LEVERS MAY HAVE BEEN BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 1990 Ford Probe
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1990 Ford Probe for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the 1990 Ford Probe before buying one.
A buyer's checks
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA has 323 owner complaints on file, mostly about seat belts, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the specs mean
The powertrain to know here is the 2.2L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 29 litres for every 300 km, going by its 9.8 L/100 km combined rating. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $45.57 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles.
Who the Probe suits
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
The Probe in everyday use
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Luggage space is rated at 340 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Drive the Probe on your commute before you commit to it. If the Probe is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the Probe for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Within the 1990 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.19 in fuel.
Let us know
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1990 Ford Probe from us first.
Ask us about the 1990 Ford Probe
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1990 Ford Probe for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1990 Ford Probe
Does CarmaCars sell the 1990 Ford Probe?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1990 Ford Probe before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1990 Ford Probe have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1990 Ford Probe cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3038.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.