It's been 6 years since I bought my 2017 Shelby GT350 from new and so, in this video I'm going to tell y'all how it's been. Stay tuned for a 2 year update on the 2014 GT500 within the next week and a 1 year update on the 2021 GT500 next month. Thanks for watching!
I personally have a 2017 one too any would never sell it either. I have been putting roughly 6k miles a year sense I bought mine in 2019. For the last 2 years I have been tracking. Have maybe 3k or 4k track miles. The main failures I have seen are slave cyclinder and a plate that goes between the transmision and engine. Both required transmission outs.
I still have my 71 Mach 1, which listed for 4,168.00 ! Inflation makes it so l can’t have a Mach1 anymore! I looked at one a couple years ago, and it was over 60,000 dollars! That’s with the dealer markup! I’ll just watch other people on TH-cam!
I enjoyed that video. I also have a 17 Gt350, same color, 26k miles, it’s driven every week, and going on my third year. I’ve had zero issues. These cars are special!
6 years! Dang, but yeah, I've had my 16 GT for 7 years, but it doesn't seem like it. A GT-350 is certainly a dream car of mine and it would be in addition to my 87 LX that I bought new, and the 16 GT. Always great to see a video from you, Brandon.
I really appreciated the first part of the video. Honestly I wondered how you could afford such a vehicle. Just because it wasn't a great financial decision doesn't mean it wasn't the right decision. You worked for something and you got it, that's something to be proud of! It has been fun seeing you grow your collection over the years, I'm sure a Porsche will be in the garage in the future. Keep up the great work!
Congrats on passing the 6 year mark... IMO, I wouldn't pay anything over MSRP or dealership markups. Thats what drives the customer away. However, I do admire the GT350. Having that with a 6sp manual makes things so enjoyable. I also like the Mach 1s as well.
Thank you for you periodic updates on your beautiful blue 2017 GT350!!! I can attest to how addictive and endearing these cars are, being the second owner of a 2016 GT350 Tech Pack (i.e., no Track Pack cooling for transmission and rear differential) for year-round driving in northern Utah. As of today (12/26/2023), it has 74,024.6 miles on it. I use the Michelin Pilot Super Sports most of the year and swap to Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4s for winter months. For being a high-strung, high-revving V8, it has held up surprisingly well. I did replace the clutch at 50,557.8 miles (I acknowledge that I purchased the car in August 2019 with 7,704.0 miles, noting that the rear tires were BALD-new rear tires were the first thing I repaired/replaced after purchasing it). Also, given the rough Utah roads, I replaced the front lower forward control arms at 68,206.2 miles because the ball joints had come lose enough to "clunk" when braking. Something to consider regarding GT350s is that they're not high-priced exotic imports-they're built off an inexpensive rental-car base. They're blessed with an unbelievable engine, transmission, suspension, and brake package. Is it flawed? Yep, no doubt. The center console cup holders rattle sometimes, as does some of the paneling around the gauges and dashtop shift light. These are imperfections that I live with because I love the GT350 for what is is-an exhilarating, comparatively affordable performance car. I know it has flaws, yet the few flaws fail to overshadow the both the tangible benefits and my enduring enjoyment that commenced the day I bought it. I've enjoyed each of the 66,320.6 miles I've put on the car since August 2019.
Gotta give it the dude. Atleast he acknowledged and was honest that living with his parents helped tremendously. Legit the parents hooked this man up. Probably would've went with the house now in todays market.
Cool Video. Enjoyed the background story of the purchase. Not all that different for me. I call my '19 GT350R 3 Year Dream. I am normally practical. Dreamed about the car all the time, but never thought I would buy one. Eventually bought it. My family history has the father telling the son he is an idiot for buying a car. The day I put the money down on it I called my dad to give him his chance. He didn't take it, said he would do it if he was me. Picked it up the next day. Just completed a 4600 mile road trip with it so it could meet my dad's '66 Shelby. Also finally did my first open track day. Finally, back home and all I am doing is watching GT350 videos because of how much I love the car. Glad to see you feel the same way.
I remember saw the s550 reveal and like most people was like the s197 is perfect this is so ugly. Then the gt350 was revealed and I was in love, couldn’t afford it being 22 then fell in love with the s550 and bought a GT premium PP 2015 done everything I wanted now I wanted the gt350
I’m over 60 but I been wanting once since I test rode with a friend who purchased his in 2016. I had a California Special Mustang GT 5.0 whatever great car I enjoyed it but it just didn’t have what I wanted. Trade it on a BMW M4, but the cost on the maintenance after warranty out was astronomical …. So I had enough and looked around and found one at a dealership near me for decent price range of $52,000 USD Mileage was 20,100 … So I purchased today ! Thank you for your review. I feel better about my decision even more. Later, Ed
Awesome story. I wanted a California Special in the worst way. . My buddy has an 18 GT350 with 2500 miles on m it. 50k. I'm thinking of buying it for myself as a 50th birthday present ❤
What's even hard to comprehend is that I was in middle school when this car came out, and I saw the motor trend head2head on it and I was like "damn that's one sweet Mustang", it has now been 8 years since that video. Time really flies.
I'm a guy who owns a 2016 GT350 in South Texas with 12760 miles. I relate to your video, the maintenance is done at the same place since one. Not a single issue (ever) and the fact that I only have 12K miles doesn't meant that I don't use because I use it every Sunday. My car is a keeper and I hope that my grandkids will enjoy it. It's the best car, naturally aspirated and had the best hp and torque for a V8 until the C8 brought the new Z06. Similar engines in a way but different cars. Love your video, love that you respect the GT350.
Happy to see some new content, I really enjoyed your channel while trying to decide between the GT350 and Mach 1. I ended up going with the Mach 1 and am super happy with it but I enjoy everything Mustang, so looking forward to what you have in store for us!!
I have an Oxford white with blue stripe 2017 GT350 with just shy of 13k miles on the clock. Absolutely love the car. The only issue that is just starting to rear its head is that sometimes when I get in and fire it up is that it doesn't allow me to change drive modes. I figure it's just a sensor thing and will put it in the shop and have that taken care of. It's a special car all around and I will probably never get rid of mine. We have essentially the exact same build... blue filter, oil seperators, Cup II's.
Hey, I just had the drive mode selection failure happen on my 2017 as well. The battery was low so I replaced it, (6 years old so it was to be expected) and that solved it. Check your battery!
@@nickmarsden Good to know! I'm pretty sure the battery is original and probably needs to be replaced soon. The irony is that it hasn't been giving me any issues the last few times I've driven it. Oi!
Lucky you. My 2020 GT350 cost me in Europe over 95.000 USD. But I'm one of the three I know about in Europe (Heritage Edition), that feeling is priceless... 🙂
I love all cars, but mainly enjoyed Japanese cars and Ferraris growing up, but man something about a GT350 really grabs my attention as my next car! The sound, good reliability, great handling,and beautiful styling!
I just bought a 2019 GT350 and was searching videos about them and found your channel. Funny thing is I had already watched your shooting channel, which I enjoy quite a bit. I guess we have similar interests! Keep up the good work.
I have a similar story. I'm 22 and didn't go to college, I have a 2015 mustang gt and a 2016 f-150 also living with parents. next up for me is getting a house.
I was just wondering recently when you were gonna post this update. I finally bought a 18 GT350 back in April and I love it. Car only has 13k miles so similar to yours. I plan to keep it forever as well along with my 03 cobra.
Holy shit neighbor...... I'm out here in Bertram...I thought me buying a $1,700 '67 Mustang coupe as a 1st car in high school back in '86 was a step ahead.... 60 GRAND @ 19 yrs old? fkn amazing !
Great honest input. It comes down to how you feel as you share your experience. The mileage is more than enough to weigh in on how you feel. After all - you own a few vehicles. I owned a ‘16 from new for 3 years. It was certainly a special car, in that with the flat plane, it behaves much differently than anything else. The number of motors failing was enough to spook me out of long term ownership. Look forward to your future videos
All my of Bills will be paid off in December of 2023.... I can't wait to either get the Dark Horse or the GT350-500... Having a really hard time deciding.
@@corralescruiser8957what do you think of the 18 GT 350? I'm thinking of buying my buddies with 2500 miles on it. I've heard some horror stories about that engine though
Nice car I am glad that you mentioned checking your oil level frequently,and keeping up on your service. If you run trash oil do not keep up on maintenance do yourself a favor do not buy on of these special cars. Beautiful car glad to hear your are enjoying it.
I love that point you made, it's my reasoning behind why I sold my awesome Lotus Exige S recently. I realized that while I do absolutely love the car, if I had the $ of what it was worth today instead of the car, I would not buy it right now. So I'm thinking of replacing it with a GT350.
I personally love your videos. Currently we have a 1970 Corvette 454 (my wife's birth year car), a 2023 Jeep GC Trailhawk 4xe and, like you, a 2013 Shelby GT500 in blue with red stripes. Our oldest son will be driving in 2 years and I am thinking about letting him drive the 13 GT500 WITH CONDITIONS! I will track his driving and if he goes nuts with it, I take it back. I will go with the 2018 or higher GT350 because it's nice to have the rear seats. To fund it I am thinking about selling off my 2008 Ducati Desmo D16rr. My back cringes when I ride the bike.
Those comments about your “lack” of miles is absolutely ridiculous and coming from broke boy haters, trust me.. Interesting video. You are very well spoken brother.
I sold my 350 for my 500, can’t currently afford both. But damn do I miss it lol. Like you said there’s just something about a GT350 that no other car can replace. I do hope to one day have both in the garage.
One of my biggest regrets is not grabbing a ‘17 back then! But yeah NEVER EVER SEEN clear amber markers on headlights in the pic at 15:18. Where did you get those and were they hard to install?
@TexasRevving I own the GT350 Track Pack, and I have got to say I completely agree with you. By far the greatest car I have EVER owned. The sound never gets old, and the driving experience, for me, is unrivaled.
Love the history. Being as blessed as you are, you’re very humble man 💪 I think your review of your car is pretty legit, and you’re smart af for keeping the service on record with the original dealership. It’ll be well worth it if you ever decide to sell…I believe. But I don’t know anything about anything 🤷🏽♂️ anyways great video bro. Stay blessed ✌️
I paid MSRP for mine and I work for the damn dealership as the F/I director. I found a lot of cars because I’ve been able to. 30 years working for Ford at a dealership level allows you to do so. The GT 350 was by far the best Mustang I’ve ever owned. Question, my GT 350 also, consumed oil about a quart every 1400 miles. Does yours do the same, eating oil.
God’s sign to manifest when you mentioned your BRZ. I’m currently in a 2020 BRZ and I’m a big Ford fanboy it seems, based on the vehicles I look at. Time will tell.
That backstory looks a lot like what I'm going through! I'm 18, in my first job, living with my parents, making a fair amount of money for a first job. My dream is a Hyper Blue Camaro ZL1 or SS 1LE. ($40-60k). And I think I'll probably end up doing this same thing. Save for a "house" and then blow it 🤣 Love the car man
Can you give us a breakdown on the proper care for this motor? I’ve seen a lot of posts about the engine being replaced because of improper usage (not letting car warm up to temp before beating on it, not using proper oil etc). This car seems like an amazing drivers car which is what I’ve been looking for. This car would be my daily driver though which is making me nervous and leaning towards a Camaro ZL1 instead. They seem to be more reliable.
Look its a sports car. The only way to make it last is to drive it like a grandmother. Thats what a sports car is. High maintenance, like my 2nd to last girlfriend ... th-cam.com/video/5ftIs5HBBN8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b4UnUWy5P_76Jvxr
Don’t worry, personnel change so much at a car dealership, there is no loyalty. Service depts mmmeh, some have good mechs some have shitty. I found an independent for my 2022 Mach 1. Oil changes are $90.
I had a 2018 for 2 years, loved the car, only issue was it went through 3 ac compressors in the 2 years over 18000 miles. even though it wasn't used all that much. The car otherwise was awesome.
Your one of the few youtubers ive seen on here who's motor hasnt blown up..... but those guys were road racing their cars (one guy didnt, but i think he bought it used) ...... another guy i saw on here went through like 5 motors racing unreal..... i think 8200 rpm is too high for any motor when it comes to reliability..... hats off to you 💯
I've got over 7000 on my 2018 GT 350 but live in New York so it's off the road for 5 months a year. It's Kona Blue and I had white pinstripping painted on the sides to match the white stripe, changed the ugly shift knob to the Q ball type, and got Weathertech floor mats and window visors. I bought a 1985 GT at the end of 1984. Wanted my favorite color yellow, but they did away with it at the end of 84 so I ordered black. I decided for my 60th B day in 2020 that I would get that yellow GT. But Ford did it to me again and swapped it for a horrible green color that so far have only seen one. Then I found out you couldn't get a standard in the GT so dedcided to look elsewhere, Called Shelby American in California to ask them how to go about getting a GT 350 since I found out they only come in standard. Got on the internet and went to the dealer. Had my Kona Blue and a White one next to it with the Blue stripes. Absolutely love this car. So fun to drive and gets heads turning from the exhaust. I'm 63yrs old now, but hope to keep it as long as I can.
I have a mustang and for 12 years i only put 19,000 miles on it. I drove it a lot but what some may not understand is when you dont daily drive a car, it really cuts on the miles. Locally after work driving it even 5 days a week sometimes would only add a handful of miles.
Man awesome video really informative Im on the fence of this cars civic type R 2017-2024, focus RS, Lexus Isf. But the 350 wow the bad part is I have kids I don’t know if it will be a good idea but let see. Thanks for the advice and the video.
Totally jealous of just your brand new garage! Here in LA.. you're lucky to have a shack with a run down 2 car detached garage. Or in my case.. a 1 car garage with an open wall car port.. That is one badass collection though!
Current owner of a 2018 5.0 and considering a GT350 potentially this year.. I am in car sales and have noticed a somewhat dip in the market especially for my GT and the thought that a 2018 350 with 30-40k miles is in the mid to high 40’s is very tempting.. what’re you’re thoughts on RECARO seats vs non RECAROS and track vs tech pack cars.. should I just enjoy my 5.0.. I’ve only had it for a bit no longer than 6 months and I absolutely love it.. it’s orange fury and around 510 crank.. it ticks every box and I do not go down the road wishing I bought something different.. but 5k miles later I’m already rebuilding my MT82 and I blew it going 4mph so not because I was messing around or being dumb.. I’ve put 2000 of work/maintenance into it since I’ve owned it not including the trans rebuild.. I’m wondering if it would be long term wise to just get a better trans a motor package altogether and something that will hold its value ultimately.. what’re your thoughts??? Only at 60k on my odometer…
Question @TexasRevving two things. Question 1 is do you daily drive the gt350 and how bad is it on gas. Question two have you ever driven the gt350 in the winter with the cold temp and the ice and snow and if you have did you change your wheels and or tires or do uou still have factory wheels and tires.
1. This can get over 20mpg, or less. Really good for a race car. Figure 15-17. 2. I ran Pirelli sottozero serie 2, 295 square in all temps. It will go in the snow and cold down to zero. A fun car, especially when it's hot and speeds are high with turns. This is built to go, not just for the appearance. A driver's car.
Have always loved the GT350. II plan on buying a used one soon, but it will only be a 2019 model year or newer. We all know why, and I think they will fetch a lot more $$ in the future, than any older year model before that for reasons we all know.
@@austynguthrie264if you’re in the market you should be doing some research to know this. Not trying to be an ass, I just would hate for you to go through all the saving for this car and buy a less-than stellar example. The gen 1 voodoo engines were known to have issues like oil consumption (which is debatable as an “issue” but regardless it was fixed) and the oil filter backing itself off causing a fire. The 2019 and up cars came with the Gen. 2 voodoo which is common across 350s and R’s and solves those problems and a few other upgrades. They also came with a lot of 350R-specific upgrades and a track pack as standard. Different wheels as well. There’s more but I’ve already typed a ton 😂
I have a question. I want to buy one but put a down payment. Now I know it’s not the best investment but how did you save 60k and how long did it take you? Also, how did you go from being a 19 year old and getting that and still getting to where you are now?
My experience.I have a 2020 with a fully built sleeved RPG custom one off racing engine, I focused on endurance and cooling fixing all known failure points, lots of mods, palm beach tune, many upgrades, MGW, kooks headers, borla atak, k member, lowered on 20's BC forges, I learned the hard way if you bye one you better have your big boy pants on, it took over a year to get the engine back and everything together, 45k into it, 115k into the car so far and may sell for 80k, I would never bye a stock one again knowing all the known issues ford will screw you bunch of clowns in service. With all that said the car is a beast that screams cracks and pops way louder than stock, way faster, it's just a nasty glorious ride like nothing else, it's a Ledend the last of it's kind. The car was built to drive mod and race it's a street legal race car, not to sit around keeping miles down jerking wax on it drinking beers walking around it like some old man at the car show bragging about low 1200 miles talking about stock BS scared that you may break something, pretending to be hard, drive it like a man pay the cost to be the boss or shut the F up because you shouldn't be in it. It's a race car something is going to break.. it's a Ford. I also have a Porsche.
I have an 18 350 and am about to get new tires. It’s not a daily driver and I’m contemplating Cup 2’s. What are your impressions after switching from the Super Sports?
I will never understand for the life of me why guys would shell out a bunch of money for a new mach 1 instead of buying a few year old GT350 with super low miles for less money. The Mach 1 is essentially a cosmetic package for a ton of money.
Thanks for the review, but if you had one to choose from would it be the GT500 or the GT350 you’d keep. I know this is like comparing watermelon to grapes, but give it a shot, which one would it be?
The finance major and now adult in me is like, "Oh, god he bought the car cash." The young man in me that watched the pickup video is like, "Hell, yeah he did that shxt." The young man in me still wins out lol.
It's been 6 years since I bought my 2017 Shelby GT350 from new and so, in this video I'm going to tell y'all how it's been. Stay tuned for a 2 year update on the 2014 GT500 within the next week and a 1 year update on the 2021 GT500 next month. Thanks for watching!
I’m just glad the front splitters are plastic, only cost about $450, and are easy to replace. Mine scrapes everywhere :D
Oil catch can 2016 to 18 model year
I personally have a 2017 one too any would never sell it either. I have been putting roughly 6k miles a year sense I bought mine in 2019. For the last 2 years I have been tracking. Have maybe 3k or 4k track miles. The main failures I have seen are slave cyclinder and a plate that goes between the transmision and engine. Both required transmission outs.
Tell me, doesn't money makes happy? Doesn't money makes sooo soooo happy?
19 years old an bought GT350, hats off to you. I’m 50 an still trying to buy one.
I still have my 71 Mach 1, which listed for 4,168.00 ! Inflation makes it so l can’t have a Mach1 anymore! I looked at one a couple years ago, and it was over 60,000 dollars! That’s with the dealer markup! I’ll just watch other people on TH-cam!
@@melvinhunt6976 71 Mach is a sweet ride.
I enjoyed that video. I also have a 17 Gt350, same color, 26k miles, it’s driven every week, and going on my third year. I’ve had zero issues. These cars are special!
Nice to see another video here. I honestly think this is the best Mustang ever made. I love mine too, and it's definitely a forever car.
It's crazy that some 2020 GT350s with low mileage are going for almost $80k. GT350Rs are almost at $100k!
Luckily my R isn’t low mileage 😏
@@MStrange88 same for my 350 :D
My argument for this is that it basically covers the ADM that the original buyer paid.
I’m seeing 2019 350s going for as low as 48K for decent mileage 🤔
6 years! Dang, but yeah, I've had my 16 GT for 7 years, but it doesn't seem like it. A GT-350 is certainly a dream car of mine and it would be in addition to my 87 LX that I bought new, and the 16 GT. Always great to see a video from you, Brandon.
The real question as a 19 year old... how did you obtain the 60k to begin with?
Only thing I could think of how a high schooler could make 100k a year would be construction.
Mom and Dad
Rich mom and dad, and started off with a good job that they probably got for him by pulling some strings.
Sounds like a few jealous people
Bought mine at 19 as well. By myself. My credit. My name on the paperwork.
I really appreciated the first part of the video. Honestly I wondered how you could afford such a vehicle. Just because it wasn't a great financial decision doesn't mean it wasn't the right decision. You worked for something and you got it, that's something to be proud of! It has been fun seeing you grow your collection over the years, I'm sure a Porsche will be in the garage in the future. Keep up the great work!
The legend has returned
Congrats on passing the 6 year mark... IMO, I wouldn't pay anything over MSRP or dealership markups. Thats what drives the customer away. However, I do admire the GT350. Having that with a 6sp manual makes things so enjoyable. I also like the Mach 1s as well.
Thank you for you periodic updates on your beautiful blue 2017 GT350!!! I can attest to how addictive and endearing these cars are, being the second owner of a 2016 GT350 Tech Pack (i.e., no Track Pack cooling for transmission and rear differential) for year-round driving in northern Utah. As of today (12/26/2023), it has 74,024.6 miles on it. I use the Michelin Pilot Super Sports most of the year and swap to Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4s for winter months. For being a high-strung, high-revving V8, it has held up surprisingly well. I did replace the clutch at 50,557.8 miles (I acknowledge that I purchased the car in August 2019 with 7,704.0 miles, noting that the rear tires were BALD-new rear tires were the first thing I repaired/replaced after purchasing it). Also, given the rough Utah roads, I replaced the front lower forward control arms at 68,206.2 miles because the ball joints had come lose enough to "clunk" when braking. Something to consider regarding GT350s is that they're not high-priced exotic imports-they're built off an inexpensive rental-car base. They're blessed with an unbelievable engine, transmission, suspension, and brake package. Is it flawed? Yep, no doubt. The center console cup holders rattle sometimes, as does some of the paneling around the gauges and dashtop shift light. These are imperfections that I live with because I love the GT350 for what is is-an exhilarating, comparatively affordable performance car. I know it has flaws, yet the few flaws fail to overshadow the both the tangible benefits and my enduring enjoyment that commenced the day I bought it. I've enjoyed each of the 66,320.6 miles I've put on the car since August 2019.
Gotta give it the dude. Atleast he acknowledged and was honest that living with his parents helped tremendously. Legit the parents hooked this man up. Probably would've went with the house now in todays market.
Cool Video. Enjoyed the background story of the purchase. Not all that different for me. I call my '19 GT350R 3 Year Dream. I am normally practical. Dreamed about the car all the time, but never thought I would buy one. Eventually bought it. My family history has the father telling the son he is an idiot for buying a car. The day I put the money down on it I called my dad to give him his chance. He didn't take it, said he would do it if he was me. Picked it up the next day. Just completed a 4600 mile road trip with it so it could meet my dad's '66 Shelby. Also finally did my first open track day. Finally, back home and all I am doing is watching GT350 videos because of how much I love the car. Glad to see you feel the same way.
I remember saw the s550 reveal and like most people was like the s197 is perfect this is so ugly. Then the gt350 was revealed and I was in love, couldn’t afford it being 22 then fell in love with the s550 and bought a GT premium PP 2015 done everything I wanted now I wanted the gt350
Had mine for 5 years, driven 30k miles, and love it like the first day I bought it. As you said "it's better than the sum of its parts."
I still have my 2016 gt350 and love it!
Every once in a while I have to fight the urge to buy a GT500
Keep the 350. Looks So beautiful in evey angles. The 500 will never be like a 350
I’m over 60 but I been wanting once since I test rode with a friend who purchased his in 2016. I had a California Special Mustang GT 5.0 whatever great car I enjoyed it but it just didn’t have what I wanted. Trade it on a BMW M4, but the cost on the maintenance after warranty out was astronomical ….
So
I had enough and looked around and found one at a dealership near me for decent price range of $52,000 USD
Mileage was 20,100 …
So
I purchased today !
Thank you for your review. I feel better about my decision even more.
Later,
Ed
Way to go Ed.
Awesome story. I wanted a California Special in the worst way. . My buddy has an 18 GT350 with 2500 miles on m it. 50k. I'm thinking of buying it for myself as a 50th birthday present ❤
BMW is garbage. Good move
What's even hard to comprehend is that I was in middle school when this car came out, and I saw the motor trend head2head on it and I was like "damn that's one sweet Mustang", it has now been 8 years since that video. Time really flies.
No kidding!
I'm a guy who owns a 2016 GT350 in South Texas with 12760 miles. I relate to your video, the maintenance is done at the same place since one. Not a single issue (ever) and the fact that I only have 12K miles doesn't meant that I don't use because I use it every Sunday. My car is a keeper and I hope that my grandkids will enjoy it. It's the best car, naturally aspirated and had the best hp and torque for a V8 until the C8 brought the new Z06. Similar engines in a way but different cars. Love your video, love that you respect the GT350.
WOW Red, white and blue Mustangs!
Beautiful.
Happy to see some new content, I really enjoyed your channel while trying to decide between the GT350 and Mach 1. I ended up going with the Mach 1 and am super happy with it but I enjoy everything Mustang, so looking forward to what you have in store for us!!
Any reason you went with the Mach 1? I’m in the market for a mustang as well and the Mach 1 and the 350 are top of my list right now.
Go 350... there’s no comparison 350 is on another planet it’s hard to describe in words you need to drive one.. then you’ll buy it.
The perfect Video which I waited for. I just picked up my Shelby GT350 2018, and I'm in Love with it.
I have an Oxford white with blue stripe 2017 GT350 with just shy of 13k miles on the clock. Absolutely love the car. The only issue that is just starting to rear its head is that sometimes when I get in and fire it up is that it doesn't allow me to change drive modes. I figure it's just a sensor thing and will put it in the shop and have that taken care of. It's a special car all around and I will probably never get rid of mine. We have essentially the exact same build... blue filter, oil seperators, Cup II's.
Hey, I just had the drive mode selection failure happen on my 2017 as well. The battery was low so I replaced it, (6 years old so it was to be expected) and that solved it. Check your battery!
@@nickmarsden Good to know! I'm pretty sure the battery is original and probably needs to be replaced soon. The irony is that it hasn't been giving me any issues the last few times I've driven it. Oi!
Lucky you. My 2020 GT350 cost me in Europe over 95.000 USD. But I'm one of the three I know about in Europe (Heritage Edition), that feeling is priceless... 🙂
Loved watching your videos prior to getting my 17 GT350, same colors, same spec! Still loving it and wouldn't give it up for anything.
Yessss!! let’s goo been waiting on one of your videos !!
I love all cars, but mainly enjoyed Japanese cars and Ferraris growing up, but man something about a GT350 really grabs my attention as my next car! The sound, good reliability, great handling,and beautiful styling!
I just bought a 2019 GT350 and was searching videos about them and found your channel. Funny thing is I had already watched your shooting channel, which I enjoy quite a bit. I guess we have similar interests! Keep up the good work.
i look forward to this video every year haha, im going on 6 years with mine as well.
I have a similar story. I'm 22 and didn't go to college, I have a 2015 mustang gt and a 2016 f-150 also living with parents. next up for me is getting a house.
I was just wondering recently when you were gonna post this update. I finally bought a 18 GT350 back in April and I love it. Car only has 13k miles so similar to yours. I plan to keep it forever as well along with my 03 cobra.
Holy shit neighbor...... I'm out here in Bertram...I thought me buying a $1,700 '67 Mustang coupe as a 1st car in high school back in '86 was a step ahead.... 60 GRAND @ 19 yrs old? fkn amazing !
I was thinking the same thing. Quite a feat for a 19 year old for sure! And for 25 has an amazing collection! I obviously didnt do something right!
Great honest input. It comes down to how you feel as you share your experience. The mileage is more than enough to weigh in on how you feel. After all - you own a few vehicles. I owned a ‘16 from new for 3 years. It was certainly a special car, in that with the flat plane, it behaves much differently than anything else. The number of motors failing was enough to spook me out of long term ownership. Look forward to your future videos
Sweeet ride! I enjoy watching your videos and will stay tuned for any other Mustang related videos you post 😎
All my of Bills will be paid off in December of 2023.... I can't wait to either get the Dark Horse or the GT350-500... Having a really hard time deciding.
I was in Detroit last month for a Mustang show in Dearborn and saw the new GT. Not impressed.
@@corralescruiser8957what do you think of the 18 GT 350? I'm thinking of buying my buddies with 2500 miles on it. I've heard some horror stories about that engine though
You’re a great narrative story teller 😆😆
Great Video, GT350 is a Sharp Looking Machine
Yes Mine is 27 years old and still runs like new . nothing like the new ones but sounds awesome and Starts every time ... Love the Ford motors ..
Nice car I am glad that you mentioned checking your oil level frequently,and keeping up on your service. If you run trash oil do not keep up on maintenance do yourself a favor do not buy on of these special cars. Beautiful car glad to hear your are enjoying it.
I love that point you made, it's my reasoning behind why I sold my awesome Lotus Exige S recently. I realized that while I do absolutely love the car, if I had the $ of what it was worth today instead of the car, I would not buy it right now. So I'm thinking of replacing it with a GT350.
Beautiful car. (Coming from a Camaro owner.) The GT350 and GT500 are the only mustangs I'd ever own, and they are amazing.
I personally love your videos. Currently we have a 1970 Corvette 454 (my wife's birth year car), a 2023 Jeep GC Trailhawk 4xe and, like you, a 2013 Shelby GT500 in blue with red stripes. Our oldest son will be driving in 2 years and I am thinking about letting him drive the 13 GT500 WITH CONDITIONS! I will track his driving and if he goes nuts with it, I take it back. I will go with the 2018 or higher GT350 because it's nice to have the rear seats. To fund it I am thinking about selling off my 2008 Ducati Desmo D16rr. My back cringes when I ride the bike.
Those comments about your “lack” of miles is absolutely ridiculous and coming from broke boy haters, trust me.. Interesting video. You are very well spoken brother.
I appreciate it man!
I'm on my 3rd year of owning a 2020. Been great so far.
Great video 2019 GT350 forever. Priceless
Always love the posts on the Shelby’s, you have my favorite line up!
I own '19 GT350 and can relate to your review. My friend driving GT3RS and missed his GT350.
Thats his own dumb fault
I sold my 350 for my 500, can’t currently afford both. But damn do I miss it lol. Like you said there’s just something about a GT350 that no other car can replace. I do hope to one day have both in the garage.
One of my biggest regrets is not grabbing a ‘17 back then! But yeah NEVER EVER SEEN clear amber markers on headlights in the pic at 15:18. Where did you get those and were they hard to install?
@TexasRevving I own the GT350 Track Pack, and I have got to say I completely agree with you. By far the greatest car I have EVER owned. The sound never gets old, and the driving experience, for me, is unrivaled.
Love the history. Being as blessed as you are, you’re very humble man 💪 I think your review of your car is pretty legit, and you’re smart af for keeping the service on record with the original dealership. It’ll be well worth it if you ever decide to sell…I believe. But I don’t know anything about anything 🤷🏽♂️ anyways great video bro. Stay blessed ✌️
That color blue with the white stripes is the best-looking GT350 imo....
I paid MSRP for mine and I work for the damn dealership as the F/I director. I found a lot of cars because I’ve been able to. 30 years working for Ford at a dealership level allows you to do so. The GT 350 was by far the best Mustang I’ve ever owned. Question, my GT 350 also, consumed oil about a quart every 1400 miles. Does yours do the same, eating oil.
I would also want to be able to buy this car one day. I originally wanted the older model but then advanced to the GT350.
I have the GRIM SPEED exhaust valve simulators installed. But the valves don’t stay open. What could be causing this?
I had NO idea you made car vidoe's a few seconds in I was like "hey he sounds familiar" oh its him !
I hope you don't mind me asking, but impressive that you saved $60,00 at age 19--how did you do this/what kind of work did you do?
I was hoping you would respond as would like to share whatever you did with my boys in hopes of them getting a good start?
@@kens.2409unfortunately he's gatekeeping the method
I hope you thank God everyday for the life that you have you are a very blessed man my brother enjoy that Shelby GT350 and everything else
I'm a proud 250 owner with similar sentiments... have 3 Mustangs and each one special
God’s sign to manifest when you mentioned your BRZ. I’m currently in a 2020 BRZ and I’m a big Ford fanboy it seems, based on the vehicles I look at. Time will tell.
That backstory looks a lot like what I'm going through! I'm 18, in my first job, living with my parents, making a fair amount of money for a first job. My dream is a Hyper Blue Camaro ZL1 or SS 1LE. ($40-60k). And I think I'll probably end up doing this same thing. Save for a "house" and then blow it 🤣
Love the car man
Such an amazing sounding car. Love it!
Can you give us a breakdown on the proper care for this motor? I’ve seen a lot of posts about the engine being replaced because of improper usage (not letting car warm up to temp before beating on it, not using proper oil etc).
This car seems like an amazing drivers car which is what I’ve been looking for. This car would be my daily driver though which is making me nervous and leaning towards a Camaro ZL1 instead. They seem to be more reliable.
Look its a sports car. The only way to make it last is to drive it like a grandmother. Thats what a sports car is. High maintenance, like my 2nd to last girlfriend ... th-cam.com/video/5ftIs5HBBN8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b4UnUWy5P_76Jvxr
I'm a gm guy but I love the way mustangs sound!
Don’t worry, personnel change so much at a car dealership, there is no loyalty. Service depts mmmeh, some have good mechs some have shitty. I found an independent for my 2022 Mach 1. Oil changes are $90.
I agree with you 100%! I could never get rid of my 350
I had a 2018 for 2 years, loved the car, only issue was it went through 3 ac compressors in the 2 years over 18000 miles. even though it wasn't used all that much. The car otherwise was awesome.
I have owned a 2016 Shelby GT350 since New and would not trade it for anything. I Love it. The Automatic only GT 500 doesn’t do it for me.
I have 39k on my 2020 gt, put almost every mile on myself. I love that car. American muscle 💪 is what we all need!
Your one of the few youtubers ive seen on here who's motor hasnt blown up..... but those guys were road racing their cars (one guy didnt, but i think he bought it used) ...... another guy i saw on here went through like 5 motors racing unreal..... i think 8200 rpm is too high for any motor when it comes to reliability..... hats off to you 💯
Thats because they don't check the oil cause they use some. The motors are fine
I put 15k miles in the last year on mine 😅 Thanks for sharing your story on the car.
Great video, what spoiler are you running? Thx
I've got over 7000 on my 2018 GT 350 but live in New York so it's off the road for 5 months a year. It's Kona Blue and I had white pinstripping painted on the sides to match the white stripe, changed the ugly shift knob to the Q ball type, and got Weathertech floor mats and window visors. I bought a 1985 GT at the end of 1984. Wanted my favorite color yellow, but they did away with it at the end of 84 so I ordered black. I decided for my 60th B day in 2020 that I would get that yellow GT. But Ford did it to me again and swapped it for a horrible green color that so far have only seen one. Then I found out you couldn't get a standard in the GT so dedcided to look elsewhere, Called Shelby American in California to ask them how to go about getting a GT 350 since I found out they only come in standard. Got on the internet and went to the dealer. Had my Kona Blue and a White one next to it with the Blue stripes. Absolutely love this car. So fun to drive and gets heads turning from the exhaust. I'm 63yrs old now, but hope to keep it as long as I can.
What exhaust system do you have installed?
Definitely a bucket list item. You must have been making pretty damn good money to have been able to save 60k, as a teenager 😮
I have a mustang and for 12 years i only put 19,000 miles on it. I drove it a lot but what some may not understand is when you dont daily drive a car, it really cuts on the miles. Locally after work driving it even 5 days a week sometimes would only add a handful of miles.
For a daily/main car because I have a truck. 13/14 gt500 or gt350?
See success with no college check that out.👊😎 ive got a little college but congratulations to you!👊😎
Man awesome video really informative Im on the fence of this cars civic type R 2017-2024, focus RS, Lexus Isf. But the 350 wow the bad part is I have kids I don’t know if it will be a good idea but let see. Thanks for the advice and the video.
This is best looking modern Mustang ever imo
Totally jealous of just your brand new garage! Here in LA.. you're lucky to have a shack with a run down 2 car detached garage. Or in my case.. a 1 car garage with an open wall car port.. That is one badass collection though!
Current owner of a 2018 5.0 and considering a GT350 potentially this year.. I am in car sales and have noticed a somewhat dip in the market especially for my GT and the thought that a 2018 350 with 30-40k miles is in the mid to high 40’s is very tempting.. what’re you’re thoughts on RECARO seats vs non RECAROS and track vs tech pack cars.. should I just enjoy my 5.0.. I’ve only had it for a bit no longer than 6 months and I absolutely love it.. it’s orange fury and around 510 crank.. it ticks every box and I do not go down the road wishing I bought something different.. but 5k miles later I’m already rebuilding my MT82 and I blew it going 4mph so not because I was messing around or being dumb.. I’ve put 2000 of work/maintenance into it since I’ve owned it not including the trans rebuild.. I’m wondering if it would be long term wise to just get a better trans a motor package altogether and something that will hold its value ultimately.. what’re your thoughts??? Only at 60k on my odometer…
Question @TexasRevving two things. Question 1 is do you daily drive the gt350 and how bad is it on gas. Question two have you ever driven the gt350 in the winter with the cold temp and the ice and snow and if you have did you change your wheels and or tires or do uou still have factory wheels and tires.
1. This can get over 20mpg, or less. Really good for a race car. Figure 15-17.
2. I ran Pirelli sottozero serie 2, 295 square in all temps. It will go in the snow and cold down to zero.
A fun car, especially when it's hot and speeds are high with turns. This is built to go, not just for the appearance. A driver's car.
Have always loved the GT350. II plan on buying a used one soon, but it will only be a 2019 model year or newer. We all know why, and I think they will fetch a lot more $$ in the future, than any older year model before that for reasons we all know.
I’m in the market and I don’t know why. Please share more?
@@austynguthrie264if you’re in the market you should be doing some research to know this. Not trying to be an ass, I just would hate for you to go through all the saving for this car and buy a less-than stellar example. The gen 1 voodoo engines were known to have issues like oil consumption (which is debatable as an “issue” but regardless it was fixed) and the oil filter backing itself off causing a fire. The 2019 and up cars came with the Gen. 2 voodoo which is common across 350s and R’s and solves those problems and a few other upgrades. They also came with a lot of 350R-specific upgrades and a track pack as standard. Different wheels as well. There’s more but I’ve already typed a ton 😂
@@piercetucker1644also on warranty
Awesome video!
Love that flat plain sound!
What tires you install in the gt350 it's very rear.
I'm surprised you put very little miles on it. I bought my first new car last year, 2022 WRX, put 16k miles in the first year
I put 20,000 miles a year on my daily, this is no longer my daily
Nice rides youve got too👌👌
I have a question. I want to buy one but put a down payment. Now I know it’s not the best investment but how did you save 60k and how long did it take you? Also, how did you go from being a 19 year old and getting that and still getting to where you are now?
Hey brother I’m timing of getting one of these what are some tips
Curious what kind of oil do you use? Ams oil or motor craft?
My experience.I have a 2020 with a fully built sleeved RPG custom one off racing engine, I focused on endurance and cooling fixing all known failure points, lots of mods, palm beach tune, many upgrades, MGW, kooks headers, borla atak, k member, lowered on 20's BC forges, I learned the hard way if you bye one you better have your big boy pants on, it took over a year to get the engine back and everything together, 45k into it, 115k into the car so far and may sell for 80k, I would never bye a stock one again knowing all the known issues ford will screw you bunch of clowns in service. With all that said the car is a beast that screams cracks and pops way louder than stock, way faster, it's just a nasty glorious ride like nothing else, it's a Ledend the last of it's kind. The car was built to drive mod and race it's a street legal race car, not to sit around keeping miles down jerking wax on it drinking beers walking around it like some old man at the car show bragging about low 1200 miles talking about stock BS scared that you may break something, pretending to be hard, drive it like a man pay the cost to be the boss or shut the F up because you shouldn't be in it. It's a race car something is going to break.. it's a Ford. I also have a Porsche.
I have an 18 350 and am about to get new tires. It’s not a daily driver and I’m contemplating Cup 2’s. What are your impressions after switching from the Super Sports?
Is this stock exhaust ?
I will never understand for the life of me why guys would shell out a bunch of money for a new mach 1 instead of buying a few year old GT350 with super low miles for less money. The Mach 1 is essentially a cosmetic package for a ton of money.
One word reliability
Thanks for the review, but if you had one to choose from would it be the GT500 or the GT350 you’d keep. I know this is like comparing watermelon to grapes, but give it a shot, which one would it be?
Where did you get your carbon fiber dash?
The finance major and now adult in me is like, "Oh, god he bought the car cash." The young man in me that watched the pickup video is like, "Hell, yeah he did that shxt." The young man in me still wins out lol.
True. A wise man said ways use the Banks’ $$
I enjoyed your review!! New subscriber!🇺🇸👍👌✌️