The Last Shelby GT350 Mustang: Why I Bought This And Will Never Sell It
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 พ.ค. 2023
- Today I drive and review my 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350!
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I have a 19 GT350 and love it. The stock cup 2’s are great tires for the track but not the best for the freeway. Tramlining like crazy. When my stock tires wore out I went with continental extreme contact sports and they eliminated the tramlining completely. Much better for daily driving and they wear better than the cup 2’s. I still smile every time I drive my car. Best of luck my dude!
Thanks for the tire tip
I have a 2020 gt350 and I had the same issue with my sport cup 2s. Definitely not good street tires but as soon as I changed then the car felt so much better
The super sports on the gen 1 do the same thing.
The 350 is the greatest American car ever built.
Dude….it’s a decent stang but that’s a ridiculous statement, the Ford GT > GT350 before we even get into the old Shelby’s etc
It's kinda slow below 4k in the rev ban. And not enough road to hit above 6k. I still love mine though. It's my weekly therapy when I go out on a late afternoon weekend drive with my 3 year old.
@@MS-mr4zm what I should say is affordable to the common man. The people’s car.
@@didiermejia780 agreed, it lacks power down low but the character and personality of the entire driving experience is incredible. I love mine and couldn’t see myself driving another car. There are tons of faster cars out there.
I thought that was the viper or the c8 zo6
I’ll never sell my 2020 GT350. Don’t even want an R. Had the 500. Last year of the GT350 was the bomb. Never selling it. I’ve had multiple Porsche 911s as well. Sold them all. The GT350 is amazing.
Gt 350 all day!!! Sweet ride brother!!! Hoped to be blessed enough someday to own one of these!!
I’ve had my ‘19 GT350 for 2.5 years now as a daily driver. I still love driving it as much as when I first got it. I changed the knob, did a resonator delete, as it’s just pure joy. I have Nitto’s on it and it drives very well (even in wet) with no tramlining. 28k miles and growing. I live in S Texas, so I can enjoy it all year long. The comfort seats are best for me. Not selling for a long long time. The 500 is certainly appealing, but I just can’t stomach the two pedal, dial on the console thing.
Glad you got another one. Your videos on your OG car helped convince me to buy my GT350 back in 2018 and it's still running strong. No intention of selling mine, either.
The lip on the spoiler is called a Gurney Flap. It provides a good amount more downforce for a minor change and it comes with the handling package on the Shelbys
and destroys your MPG (KPL).. but that's okay.. it's cool!
I bought a 2016 GT350 for 57k in September 2022 and only had 7,800 miles. I bought the ford ESP warranty so I’m good there. I bought a Billetzworks shift knob, I’d recommend that one. It’s nice and really weighted. I used to have a 2017 modded STi. Also a real driver’s car. But the Shelby Voodoo sound note is amazing that no other car in it’s price range compares. I also have a Mach E GT as the family suv.
For a start, take the 350 on the track! That will change your perspective. 350's do this thing called tramlining. You can get a bolt-on cross member to eliminate most of that front end issue. Also, I would have the alignment checked just to be sure. Personally, if I had both, the 350 would be the keeper.
I work at a dealership and we got one in, after a test drive this is exactly how I feel about the car. Although it thought the suspension and handling were superb.
The 350 and 500 are both unique in their own way as you noted. I have a 2020 350R in the grabber lime like yours - though my car has no stripe.
You did it right.
Team *SHELBY.*
There is no choosing between the two models. Remember this is America, Ben.
Where one is none, two is one, three is better but more is best.
I could have had a _new_ Shelby GT350 or GT500 but chose a new house instead. Got to have a safe place to park my rides after all.
Lastly, I vote 'yes' on the comparison.
Stay classy my friend.
Shelby vs Saleen who makes the better mustangs
@@tythegreatttg Shelby.
The only Saleen worth mentioning was the S7.
Fun Fact: When traveling at 160 mph or higher, the S7 will create downforce equal to its own weight, theoretically allowing it to drive upside down.
Saleen was/is a tuner company while Shelby will always be a builder. Furthermore, having met the legendary Carroll Shelby at Barrett-Jackson back in the day (another bucket list achievement); my heart will _always_ favor Shelby.
It's also worth mentioning that I drove an eleven second (11.71@121mph to be exact) 1968 Mustang Restomod back in the day. So I'm naturally inclined to prefer Shelby over a tuner company but I digress.
After all, one of my classic bucket list cars is the 1968 Shelby GT500KR in Acapulco Blue with white Shelby stripes. I have a diecast of all the cars that will inevitably end up in my garage including the aforementioned GT500.
Stay classy my friend.
@@BertShackleford idk I still like the 2022 Saleen Mustang Black Label and consistently comparing it to the Shelby gt500 Super Snake. I wish there was videos on Saleen vs Shelby. Like the yellow label vs gt500 or gt350.
The drive ability problems with the steering is not the car it is the front tires from the factory. I almost sold my car because of that issue. But with a different Michelin tires model it now drives amazing. I can actually take my hands off steering wheel
Do the comparison!!!
The spoiler extension is called a gurney flap. It’s named for its inventor and developer, race car driver Dan Gurney.
The GT500’s looks much more sinister with the larger tailpipes and the curved break lights.
I just bought one, can't wait to drive it this weekend
I have a 22 GT500 and just got a 16 GT350, both regular models and both have heated and cooled comfort seats. It might be weird for me to say, but I actually think it’s easier to drive the 350, for some reason. It feels like the 350’s turn in is quicker than the 500, and the wheels actually turn more than the 500 as well. The turning radius on the 500 is horrible! I have to back up a little sometimes because it won’t make the turn. Besides looking very similar, both are pretty different cars. While in the 500 you’d think since it’s supercharged you have power at any RPM but I agree with you, it feels like you really have to get to high revs to feel the car moving. Weird feeling. Maybe they did it for fuel economy and to avoid using the supercharger at lower revs, but in the 350 I start feeling the torque at around 3k RPM. Both cars have awesome factory exhausts that you can hear inside the car in Track mode with music on (normal and sport exhaust modes in 500 are good at higher RPMs, but at lower RPMs you don’t hear it that much). Both cars have factory tires (PS4S in 500, and original PSS in 350 lol) and they both seem to tram line about the same. I can’t get used to the rev matching in the 350 so far, I’ve only had it for 3 days, I guess I let off the clutch too soon. Hopefully I’ll get used to it soon. DCT in 500 is awesome and I drive it in manual mode a lot. Can’t say which I like more, both are freaking awesome!
Adjust your shift light point up much higher. Looks like you have it at 6800. I put mine at 8000. No reason to leave those revs on the table.
Gotta go with the 500! It’s the best of both worlds,(low-end,off-the-line torque AND high-revving top end)! It handles & rides better too! I just wish it had the Tremec 6 speed manual gearbox!
What about the 2022 Saleen Mustang (black label)
I love my 2018. Really smart pick up! Will never sell mine it’s ruby red with Gt 350 R exhaust.
Wing thing is called a Gurney flap and it does look sweet!
That's awesome to have a manual and auto Stang lol. Might as well add a dark horse to your fleet!
How you feel about the 2022 Saleen Mustang Black Label? And would you buy that over a Super Snake?
Congrats on your purchase! After driving the 350, I chose that over the 500. There is absolutely no way to beat the visceral driving experience of the 350. It’s just a pure, raw sports car. I may be old school in my thinking, but no legit sports car should be an automatic (flame suit on lol).
yes I don't even like mustangs and I like these..
Glad your keeping it great car 🔥🔥
Tracking issues will be solved with different tires like others mentioned . Had the same issue .
That is called a gurney flap on the spoiler/wing. It comes with the car but usually not installed.
I’d love to see a comparison of both cars from your perspective.
Yeah I was wondering why the commentary on the suspension. Since it is Magneride suspension it’s adjustable. The tramlining itself to take on road curvature is a different matter. That does make it squirrelly on straights. Great overview though. I’ve driven several and love them.
Some car magazine did a straight line test and a track test on both the 500 and 350. 350 beat the 500 on the track but couldn't touch it in a straight line so it depends on what you want to do with the car.
Please do a video between the 350 in the 500 that would be awesome
Nice car bro love it. Still ordered a grabber blue s650 tho 😅
I own L1209! Cool to see such a close chassis number.
Bought my '18 GT350 because of the sound. Nothing else like it.
The Voo doo had Spray bore cylinders. They are not sleeved like the Coyotes. Was never to keen on that process. Molten metal is sprayed on the aluminum cylinders then machined.
Put the Michelin PS4S tires on and get a Steeda tramlining brace on and the front end feel will be much more planted
This is literally my dream car. No joke. The exact car and color scheme was in my dream the other day
Yea my dream car is the 2022 Saleen Mustang Black Label
My grandpa has either a 16 or 18 350, and it is my favorite american car. The 5.2 go vrrm
This and the RS3 from Audi are absolutely beautiful machines.
The gt350 is my favorite mustang out of all the other trims. I don’t drive or know how to drive stick but I really do like that car.
So you like it more than the Saleen Mustang Black Label?
@@tythegreatttg I like the saleen mustang black label I just like how the gt350 sounds a little bit more.
I'm thinking of buying a used 350. Are you having any oil use issues?
For collectibilty it will be a harder choice. The GT350 only for the flat plane crank. The GT500 for the supercharged insane hp rating maybe better long term wise. The recently announced Mustang supercar will be out of reach for most people. Even harder to decide between the Corvette C8 or either of these Mustangs.
Awesome car!!!
Many would argue a manual trans makes for a better DD😉
One of my is the 1967 GT350 Eleanor was the Best vs the Today GT350 with the 289 V8
You can ask the manufacturer for a window sticker?
And here I am sitting and wondering which one to get.. GT, GT350, which year, manual or auto etc.. The struggle is real. 😂
350 all day, NA + Manual wins in my book every time.
What can you say about the oil consumption because of the high rpm for the specific engine and model ? This is the only unique mustang but also comes with the oil problem even for a brand new vehicle. It often appears according to many owners. Few are those who actually doesnt have it. But overall no one wants to buy a new car which has oil consumption problems. It might be worth it, but I wonder do you have that problem as I am definitely more gt350 oriented than gt500
whats price range of gt350(under 5k mi)?
What do you do for work?? Like thats alot of money in the driveway!!
Team GT350
Only way I’m GT500 is for the 2014 / 2014 model years.
When you say all over the place do you mean like dangerously? I’d want a nice day fun car.
That "spoiler" extension is actually a Gurney Flap
Casually parks the car in the front lawn😂
Never sell either one. I’ve got a CFTP GT500 and shopping for a 350 myself.
Amazing job with my favorite vehicle Ben.
Bros got the dawgs out for the fans
Lol
GT350 all day long. I personally hate dial shift they used on GT500. It does not belong in mustang especially GT500!!!! I use dial shift in my work on Ford Expedition and almost always miss R and go to P also you have to look at it to shift accurately, no good
These came down in price thinking of grabbing one with low miles
350, any real sports car has to have a manual? The 500 is a beast, but the rare color and fun factor of the engine and manual trans. makes for a much better driver car? I'd want the 500, only if it was a manual, all day over the 350?
for the gt350 weaving all over the pace is called tramlining bc the front tires are so wide it follows the roads curves and as for the gearing its actually short gearing but since the car revs to 8250 rpm it feels long its not
How do people afford these cars?
Hey Hardy when will the new dark horse be available for purchase I need to know ASAP thank you Lisa from Amazon and I will be there today to pick it up if you have any time to show me what and where you are located please give me a shout back at your earliest convenience thank you 🙏
Hi Lisa are you insane?
I own one and it drives nice but I don’t find it anything special like a viper
I was about to follow you and like your video until you said you’d keep the 500 over the 350, followed by except the transmission and engine in the 350 is better. If you ain’t buying a car for the trans and engine what the hell are you buying it for
Long gearing pisses me off in a manual. Same issue with the Porsche GT4
Team GT350 for me. I'm from the old school... If it doesn't come with a floor shifter, it'll stay on the showroom floor.
the xtra spoiler is called the "Gurney" flap
I have NO idea why they discontinued this flat-plane 5.2. Now, the Corvette has a flat-plane but Ford had it first and had a great mill in a great car.
You need to learn the basics of the car before reviewing it. The "extension" as you call it on the rear spoiler is called the Gurney flap and is designed for downforce. What you call "all over the place" is a car tramlining. The tramlining on GT350 was caused by the front tires of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2, which was designed for track driving not for street driving. I had these tires on my GT350 and when I switched to more street-driving tires Michelin Pilot Super Sport, the tramlining disappeared.
Crybaby lmao no one cares.
Have a dealer do a 0 toe on the front end and it won’t wonder that much
I hate the color but love how it looks on this car 😂😂 it works great 👍
Hey Ben, have you ever had a chance to drive a 2013 or 2014 GT500?
No
Torque. Lots of torque.
Sir love the video, can i send you a message about the car.?
That lip on the wing is a Gurney Flap.
I daily drive manual and have for years. Auto makes daily driving boring and tedious for me
After 14 I thought they looked like fusions in the front, but i really see it looks like a snake (cobra) good job ford
It’s beautiful
Lol you really got both? I mean If you can why tf not? lol but how do you pick between which one you wanna drive?
My favorite car!
60k?
Yeah, that was my plan as well…. But 😢😢
I prefer the GT350 because when it comes to a daily...I prefer something slower than a GT500 because that's just too much power to deal with daily. I'd rather drive a slower car fast than a fast car slow if that makes sense. You can really blast into the higher RPMs in a GT350 and not be doing 150mph lmao.
Is this the 2023 Shelby?
Ford stop production of GT350 in 2020.
That gt350 is a 3 liter whipple and e85 away from being better than the gt500 in every way IMO
Except that it will blow up much sooner than the 500.
@@AB-coyote not if you get the 19 or 20.
Yes yes for sure, in one month vids *why i sell my mustang*😂😂😂
Shii even sounds better than Porsche and Bugatti
Team GT350....with the R!!!😉
You drive with valves closed out of respect for most people that do not like loud noise , loud cars, loud motorcycles; and especially in you neighborhood for you fellow neighbors, and you save the open exhaust for track use, or less crowded areas. I love my GT350 sound, but realize just like I don't like other peoples loud music, they don;t like my loud car, it is not cool to them, but is rather obnoxious.
It’s so sexy and I regret not grinding the last 8years to get one :(
The front end could have been wrecked no reason not to handle well. Any damage under %25 of the value of vehicle has no need to inform owners. Only original owners get access to TSB and get replacement or fixed. Be careful with used
Tramlining because of the wide tires. Common issue.
Side by side
Keep the 350 and sell the 500!
Ford makes special vehicles. Chevy makes corvette replicas . And dodge make hell cat replicas
This sound a little off
Team Manuals
How does he afford all these high priced cars
Works hard
@@BenHardyCars most people do but don’t have $300k in cars
Feet pics
GT 350
If I could have got one for 60k I’d trade my gt and make the rest in payments, it’s a dream for me to own one
Got mine new in August 2020 new for 59. Really lucked out I think.
I traded my ‘17 GT Premium w/PP and 401a option in Nov. of 2020 for a ‘19 GT350 with 6k miles for $58k. Yes, I pay 150 more a month, but man, I’m glad I did. It so much more enjoyable. And, anyway, it doesn’t depreciate as much and I have a good amount of equity already.