About This Artwork
This 1989 Ford Probe GT artwork captures the first-generation 3-door hatchback from a low front three-quarter angle. The drawing emphasizes the car’s sharply tapered wedge body, low hood, broad glass area, liftback roofline, and closed pop-up headlights. Mild lowering and period-correct aftermarket wheels give the Turbo-era sport compact a believable late-1980s tuner stance without losing its factory silhouette. Clean black-and-white linework keeps the angular body contours easy to read for garage signs, apparel, decals, stickers, wall art, cutting projects, and other DIY design work.
What’s Included
- SVG vector file for scalable cutting and design work
- High-resolution PNG image
- Print-ready PDF file
- DXF vector file for compatible CAD, CNC, and laser workflows
- High-quality JPEG image
- Premium pure black-and-white automotive artwork
- Instant digital download in one convenient ZIP package
No physical product will be shipped.
Perfect For
- Garage wall art
- Automotive enthusiasts and collectors
- Home and office decor
- Posters and prints
- T-shirts and apparel projects
- Stickers and vinyl decals
- Laser engraving and CNC projects
- Cricut, Silhouette, and Glowforge projects
- Personalized gifts and digital collections
About the Vehicle
Ford developed the first-generation Probe with Mazda as a front-wheel-drive replacement for the Capri-era sporty coupe role. Built at the AutoAlliance plant in Flat Rock, Michigan, the Probe shared its GD-platform engineering with the 1988–1992 Mazda 626 and MX-6. Its wedge-shaped body, liftback practicality, flush glazing, and retractable headlights gave it a distinctly late-1980s profile rather than the formal proportions of Ford’s rear-drive coupes.
For 1989, the GT sat at the performance end of the Probe range with a turbocharged and intercooled 2.2-liter four-cylinder, a five-speed manual transmission, and front-wheel drive. The engine’s 145 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque made the compact hatchback notably strong in everyday acceleration, while the front-drive layout shaped its cornering character and enthusiast setup choices. Today, the first-generation GT matters to collectors and builders because it combines accessible Mazda-derived engineering, unusual wedge styling, and genuine period turbo performance in a body style that is increasingly uncommon at shows and on the road.
Vehicle Specifications
Year / Production: 1989
Make: Ford
Model: Probe GT
Platform / Generation: First-generation Ford Probe; Mazda GD-platform family
Body Style: 3-door hatchback liftback
Engine: Turbocharged and intercooled inline four-cylinder
Displacement: 2.2 liters (2,184 cc)
Transmission: 5-speed manual standard; 4-speed automatic available
Drive Layout: Front-wheel drive
Factory Horsepower: 145 hp at 4,300 rpm
Factory Torque: 190 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm
Approximate Curb Weight: Approximately 2,800 lb; varies by transmission and equipment
0–60 MPH: Approximately 7.8–8.5 seconds in period road tests
1/4-Mile: Approximately 15.8–16.3 seconds in period road tests
Specifications describe a factory-stock vehicle and may vary by market, trim, transmission, equipment, test conditions, or source. Performance figures are approximate when noted.
Fun Facts
- The 1989 Probe GT used Ford’s turbocharged and intercooled 2.2-liter four-cylinder, rated at 145 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque for the U.S. market.
- The first-generation Probe rode on Mazda’s GD-platform family, closely related to the 1988–1992 Mazda 626 and MX-6.
- Unlike a conventional notchback coupe, the Probe GT used a three-door liftback body, combining its sharply sloped rear glass with useful hatch access.
- The Probe was assembled in Flat Rock, Michigan, at the AutoAlliance facility created through Ford and Mazda’s manufacturing partnership.
Why Enthusiasts Love It
The 1989 Ford Probe GT appeals to enthusiasts who enjoy overlooked turbo cars with genuine engineering substance. Its 2.2-liter intercooled engine delivers a strong 190 lb-ft of torque, while the front-drive chassis responds clearly to tire, suspension, and alignment changes. The low hood, retractable headlights, and expansive hatchback glass place it squarely in the late-1980s sport-compact era, but its rarity gives it a different presence from more familiar Japanese coupes. Owners value the mix of practical liftback packaging, Mazda-derived mechanicals, and distinctive wedge styling.
Related Vehicles
- 1988–1992 Ford Probe LX — first-generation non-turbo liftback sibling
- 1988–1992 Ford Probe GL — first-generation four-cylinder hatchback trim
- 1988–1992 Mazda MX-6 GT — GD-platform turbo coupe related to the Probe GT
- 1988–1992 Mazda 626 GT — GD-platform turbo sport sedan related to the Probe GT
- 1993–1997 Ford Probe GT — second-generation V6-powered successor with a different platform and body design
- 1988–1992 Mazda MX-6 DX/LS — naturally aspirated GD-platform coupe variants
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Trademark Disclaimer
This is an independent original illustration created by Dale’s Mom Design. Manufacturer names are used only to identify the subject represented by the artwork.
This product is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Ford or any other vehicle manufacturer.
Blueprint Notes
- Premium pure black-and-white vector-style illustration
- Clean linework optimized for SVG conversion
- Suitable for laser engraving, CNC work, vinyl cutting, and high-resolution printing
- Public preview is watermarked; purchased artwork files are clean
- Created exclusively for Dale’s Mom Design
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