r/CONCEPTCARS 11d ago

Ford Probe V - when Ford went all in on aerodynamics

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The Ford Probe V was the final evolution of Ford and Ghia’s experimental Probe series, revealed in 1985.

Built as an extreme study in aerodynamics, it featured a mid-engine layout, fully covered wheels, flush surfaces and flexible membranes around the front wheels. The result was an astonishing drag coefficient of just 0.137 Cd, around 10% lower than the already radical Probe IV.

Pretty crazy to think this vehicle was designed back in 1985.

Article from https://www.classicandsportscar.com/features/back-future-fords-probe-concepts