Review: 2020 Shelby GT350 - End of an Era
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- Опубликовано: 13 июл 2024
- I review the final year of the Shelby GT350 and talk about what makes this car so special, along with trying out the 2019 Shelby GT350 revisions that were made to the car and doing plenty of accelerations to hear the GT350 exhaust. Huge thanks to Anish for providing his 2020 GT350 for me to review! What do you think about the GT350?
Time stamps:
0:00 Exterior
3:33 Interior
5:57 Initial impressions
9:47 First acceleration
11:58 Handling
15:02 Second acceleration
16:28 More handling thoughts
17:27 Other thoughts
19:34 Highway driving
21:07 Reliability
21:48 Final acceleration
22:01 Final thoughts
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Random GT350 tip: Next time you drive one, feather the throttle between 4k-5k rpms. That’s the sweet spot for all the bangs and crackles! 🙌🏽
Good to know, thanks!
10% throttle after a 30% with a second pause gives non stop pops. Mine did it all day. And my gas mileage was horrible all day too lol. It kills your cat by the way. But it was fun.
For a future gt350 owner duly noted.
@@josiahthibodeaux 11 mpg avg lol
if you have the resonator taken out, or you have an R you can actually crackle all the way down from 8K to around 2500!
Owned mine for five years. No plans to sell it, always have a blast taking it out.
Buy a car like this and never have to go to amusement parks for thrill rides, you own your own each and every day. I once drove a Mustang Cobra with a supercharger, the owner told me he had dyno'd it and it was pushing 550HP at the wheels. When I shifted from 2nd to 3rd I was already going over 80... viral beasts these machine are. The sound is surreal...
500ish is awesome for a street car. Usable and still fun without being too stupid. The right amount of stupid!
@@androiduberalles 🤣🤣🤣
Spot on. When I had my GT350, my wife would say, “hey- can you run for the store for milk”, and you’re like, “Hell yes, I can do that!” Everytime. Literally never gets old
*The Voodoo has No Low End Torque.*
@@Ford_Raptor_R_720hp_V8 because race car. meant to turn and go fast. NOT a drag car. Get a coyote with a GT for low end torque. Or, a tractor. Torque starts at 4,000 when needed on a track. Magical engine sounds howling on a road course.
10:11 That's real excitement right there. This car is beyond awesome...
So tragic and sad that the modern take on the classic GT 350 came to an end. But, with that said, my hat's off to all the engineers and builders at Ford for creating this fabulous modern engineering marvel. This is, by far, one of my Stupid Money (TM)/lottery dream cars, by far. But, for now, my used but cared for 2006 GT Premium will have to do. The modern GT 350 is, bang for the buck, in a league of its own. Congrats to all the owners out there! Enjoy your modern marvel with its classic heritage!
I love how it has not only the headlights from the 2015 to 2017 mustangs, but also the taillights
why is that?
@@CarlosFlores-xf2sn carbon fiber composite at the front, Ford want to retain it and cost cutting.
This is Porsche GT3 American version.Its the most special Mustang ever made 😍😍😍😍😍😍
Love mine to death. Such a true drivers car and raw driving experience
Try the c7 grand sport I'm sure you'll enjoy
@@jamesjensen5226 ive driver the C7 GS and Z06, still prefer the GT350 to both of them hands down, not even close. I am excited for the C8 Z06 though. I want one of those after getting to see it up close several times
Great review Matt! Wise choice on leaving the windows down; that engine sound is legendary.
Got my '17 GT350 with 4 miles on it just over 4 years ago. Drive it weekly and will never get rid of it. Incredible that Ford isn't making them anymore. Shame.
I'm coming up on 4 years next month and mine had about 4 or 5 on it when I picked it up.
Always loved your videos Matt. Haven’t watched one in awhile but good to see you’re still doing your thing. Enjoy seeing your reactions when you accelerate lol
Thanks and welcome back! Hopefully some of my future reviews will appeal to you too!
My favorite Mustang ever made, flat plane crank V8 revs to the moon 8,250rpm, just amazing. I keep looking for the price to come down so I can afford one or my channel to take off so I just have more money to buy one. I love this car, I will own one.
I hope you can get one someday! Whatever the price, they're worth every penny!
Wishing you the best in your goal!
@@MattMaranMotoring Thank you, I really appreciate that. I love your channel you do great reviews.
@@basithph8958 Thank you so much, I really appreciate that.
Prices have only gone up recently.
A future classic for sure. One of the most engaging drives ever.
The new Mach1 might become a classic as well. Thanks, Matt
What cracks me up Matt is I live here in Sacramento and there’s a couple of the GT 350s and I can always tell when I’m out walking or working on my car when one takes off just by the distinct RPM tone also hellcats too and your regular 6.4 L scat packs!
I just bought a 2016 track pack LOVED the exhaust note, now I have a full kooks system on my car and it sounds INSANE you would absolutely lose your mind if you drove it
Awesome review Matt. The GT-350 is an end of an era for sure! Feel sad for the next generation thay wouldn't be able to experience all these v8s.
Thanks! Hopefully we’ll be able to keep the existing V8s around for a long time with the synthetic fuels!
This motivating me to work harder and get one soon
Boy does that engine sound special! Great review!
Thanks Pete!
I’m in heaven with this review
Definitely a car to collect as we will be seeing them for 6 figures! Still loving my GT 500 in Kona Blue with PAINTED over the top in black. Good tip for your Bullitt and your daughter yes I’m the guy who had a 2019 Bullitt I sold. My son still has his Bullitt. Keep yours!
Mine is a keeper for sure! Glad you liked the video and happy the GT500 is still treating you well!
Absolutely can’t get enough of my 17 350. That car is just so special. If you enjoy driving, this car will blow your mind.
Once the engine comes on it cams(3500), hold on !!
Superb machine.
Nice review what a beautiful car
Great video!
Good to see a full review on a non-R GT350.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the GT350. I'm a Mopar guy ... and i still have a lot of respect for what Ford has put together in the GT350. It's a shame to see it fall by the wayside.
@Preston Clark sales I believe
Bought a 2020 Heritage last year....love it!
I’m with you John, I was able to find and purchase a 2020 GT350R Heritage! 👍🐍
this are the reviews we want to see and we love you for, not suv or boring cars...
That acceleration never gets old.
Good review. FYI the Recaros are the "standard seat". That car has the B1 optional premium (+$450) leather heated cooled seats.
The GT350 is truly a modern classic
Yes it’s a cliche but they just don’t make many cars like this these days
God I still love these so much!!! Hopefully they make another beast one day so I can get one!
The spring on the standard S550 is goofy. Modulating that at times can be tricky when you change modes or where different shoes. I know a fix is to change out that heavy spring with a light one. I never did that but heard that helps.
What a modern classic this is. Cheers all!
I think this car the ISF and the LFA are all awesome sounding cars!
The gear height and the way it revs out are what makes the car special. Might as well tune the suspension on a regular s550 if you don't like how high it revs out.
shes probally living the dream in cali knowing her, i wouldny be suprised if she isnt at disneyland this weekend
One of my favorite cars of all time, these are probably my favorite sounding V8's ever and I'm more of a Camaro kinda guy. Tbh I'd pick this over a ZL1 any day
I ordered a ZL1 1LE a year ago. Still waiting for it to be built - I’m suspicious it may never be built. Considering purchasing one of these instead. I have my eye on one with a full 5 year warranty. What do you think, fellow Camaro guy?
review the 2021 mach 1, i have one and i would like to hear your opinion on it
Standard seats are Recaro.
Optional seats have heat and cooling.
I currently own a mkv supra. I rented out an automatic mustang (v6) for a vacation trip and i thoroughly enjoyed it. I can only imagine how much better the gt350 is. Wouldnt mind trading in the mkv if i like the gt350.
Beautiful car!
Awesome!
I ate two cannolis in the passenger seat of that car in 2020. It was amazing.
Hey Matt great video, but when are you reviewing the new Bmw M4 Comp? I'm waiting for that.
Unfortunately BMW won't send me press cars so I'm forced to wait until someone that owns one within driving distance offers theirs to me.
Ford maintained the classic Mustang sound, despite utilizing a flat plane crank. Brilliant!
Steeda sells a clutch spring that fixes any vagueness. I have to say, I enjoyed it, immediately.
I also swapped the clutch spring in my 2019 Bullitt - immense improvement!
My favorite car ever made
One of my favorite cars I owned. Had the honor of daily my 2017 GT350 for a year and half and tracking it as well regularly. Making me miss mine a lot. One thing about the gearing though, I believe it is shorter than all normal Mustang GT. The reason why second gear takes you so high is because of the extra almost 2000 RPM.
I thought I remembered reading that the gear was taller as well but I could be misremembering. The 2,000 extra RPM totally makes sense.
@@MattMaranMotoring Yeah it’s a confusing topic. Each gear up to 5th, GT350 has slightly longer gear but because GT350 has much more aggressive final drive (3.73 vs 3.55 in the GT), driving at the same speed, GT vs. GT350, GT350 will be running at a higher rev (which translates to shorter gears). Totally agree with your point about the gearing on the road though because both cars have second gear topping off at mid to high 80mph which makes it hard to enjoy all the time. Though because of the final drive in the GT350, it seems like it revs up quicker than the GT.
@@MattMaranMotoring Btw love the channel and I have been following for years. I can see you trading in the Bullet for a GT350 Heritage though since you enjoy the car so much!
@@davidyang8817 Thanks David! The Heritage Edition is cool but the Bullitt is a keeper for me!
@@MattMaranMotoring Why do you like the bullitt better than gt350?
Gurney flap is a must👌🏼
Short shifting is just as fun the tall gears are great to me
Matt, as a Pittsburgh resident, I really need to know that backroad!!!
Send me an email and I’ll give you my few favorites!
@@MattMaranMotoring awesome bro, will do
Go steelers!
@@lujr2225 Right on!
I ended up finding this road after looking at some landmarks/buildings and Googling it. I can take it as a detour from my commute home. Can't wait
Yeah, the factory spring in my 2018 GT clutch drives me nuts. Maybe I'll try the Steeda spring.
People seem to like the Steeda spring, I nearly broke my wrist trying to get the stock one out of my EcoBoost years ago so I’m not messing with the one in the Bullitt lol.
The steeda spring was my first mod in my gt350. Just pinched it from the side with pliers and only took a minute.
the car gods at their best!
I get the sense that Matt is more of a WRX fan than a mustang fan
The fun started when he rolled down the driver's window. 👍
Snap, Crackle and Pop!!! 🐎
15:20 RCR's Vagabond Falcon?
Great Family Car
VOLUME UP @ 9:57!!
I REALLY hope these will still be in the $50-60K price range 6-7 years from now when I will be able to get one.
I promise you little bro they gone be at LEAST 6 figures
They're at that price now gently used
I will buy one!
thurs and fri is last days of ac program, then u have all weekend to get loose and do whatecer your heart wants to do
Ah yes. My next Mustang! I hope 😬
I have a 1993 Foxbody Cobra with 34K miles, black. Fun to drive, but nothing like the GT350. Maybe one day.
Gotta do a gt350R
I soooooo want oneeeee
Got the chance to take one out for a test drive the other day, let me tell you.. this car is "UNFUCKING REAL"
When people ask me why I don’t own an EV vehicle. I just show them this video.
Great review! Carmax has a 2020 GT350 with 2k miles for $72k. 2019’s are high $0’s. Good prices for these cars with low miles? Higher prices than when new, but still good value in light of unique and raw power etc etc. I’m not ready to trade my low mileage Bullitt for one. It’s a great car but is it really worth $25k more than my Bullitt especially when I’m not tracking it. Carmax appraised my Bullitt at $44k; they’re selling this Bullitt for about $50k retail.
Honestly I don’t think it’s a good idea for anyone to buy a used car this year with the crazy prices on everything. I’d encourage anyone to stick with what they have for now unless they’re able to buy a brand new car.
@@MattMaranMotoring - Yep!
I know it will near impossible to get one of these at a fair price so I will settle with a 15-17 convertible GT with a 6spd so I can have my son in his car seat in the back enjoying the top down and the theater of that coyote V8. Best experience for him and me!
Sounds like a great combo! 👍
It is definitely an experience! Cruising on a full moon night is otherwordly.
@@elbros5325 Yeah getting to the point in life where I want to enjoy it more than compete with it. We are trend where everyone wants the sportiest, the uniquest, the fastest, etc.; I just want to have fun and have my son enjoy those moments with me. Drop top Mustang, hearing the exhaust as daddy rows through gears with will me something that will be engrained in both our minds. I guess I'm getting older and out of touch with the norm...
😭 this gonna be fun lol
There’s little difference between the R version and the regular GT350 in 2020. Basically CF wheels and a back seat.
Don't forget the gt350r is almost 10x more rare than the standard gt350 based on production numbers..
CF Spoiler I was almost bought a GT 350 and the R was in sight in showroom and I couldn’t take my eyes off of it ! Done
Great video! I know you’re a mustang guy haha but how significant is the difference between this gt350 and a SS 1LE?
Admittedly it’s been a few years since I drove the SS 1LE but the GT350 handling is still a good bit more athletic feeling than the SS 1LE from my memory.
Camaro has horrible sightings blind spots rear vision sucks
Didn’t the gt500 replace it with the same engine but more horsepower
That Voodoo sounds great, but I think I'd still rather have the Mach1 with the Coyote because I'd rather daily drive my car first, and track it 2nd versus the other way around. That low-end torque and bullet proof motor is a pretty solid deal for that.
Love the sound of that voodoo.
@@Gthere-cs3ow Yeah it's the best sounding modern Ford engine IMO hands down. But it def. had some reliability issues and torque issue. I'd rather drive the Coyote on the street, rather drive a Voodoo on the track or canyons.
@@MrSlowestD16 I don't really mind the torque just keep the revs high. Really hard to stall even with only 420lb ft and 1st gear goes pretty good. I wouldn't wanna race a supercharged car from a dig but it is what it is.
@@RCXDerp Yea, the keeping the revs high is where I get annoyed. That's fine if I'm canyon carving, but if I'm driving to get milk, I want that peak torque low in the revs. Then when you mix the reliability issues? It's a tough sell to somebody like me who places a high value on daily driving.
But that Tremec transmission is tits. The MT-82 in the GT and Ecoboost is garbage.
Like, if you think Puma should’ve gave Matt a shoe contract..lolol
Haha I love my Pumas!
Exhuast sounds like chewbacca…..Glorious
Thanks for the vid Matt! I have a base stripper 18 gt manual that I got new under $30k and I always wonder about trading to a 350. Do you think the difference in price is worth the experience of a 350?
It’s a totally different experience so it really depends on what you prefer. If you want vastly better handling, that alone could justify it.
Indeed a 350 is more money but more of everything too, so it’s just how you feel after test driving it and how much money you want to spend. I had to decide which one to buy and it wasn’t easy but I didn’t want to spend $$$. I spent $50k not $70k. Got a GT (Bullitt) for a daily, because no interest in the track.
Bottom line- how are you going to use it and how much can you afford to comfortably spend? Totally personal choice.
@@rembo183 i guess I wouldn’t want to trade my gt in and 2 months later realize as a weekend fun car that my gt was 95% of the 350 in terms of how I feel driving it around town
@@chrish9502 - Yep I agree and that’s why I didn’t buy the 350 in the first place after driving both the GT(Bullitt )and the 350 back to back.
This video makes me wanna drive my GT350R on Forza Horizon 5
They should simply put this engine, exhaust, etc as the top of the line option in the regular Mustang when the next gen comes out
I don't think it would be feasible to do that while still offering the gt for the affordable price that it is now. Plus I've heard these engines aren't the most durable relative to the 5.0. so making them the mainstream offering would be a warranty headache.
@@KB-bh9hp that makes sense. Shame. They sound amazing
There’s a nail in the right rear tire at 12:29.
one day
All things considered (looks, performance, sound, feel, pedigree, collectibility, reliability) it’s hard to beat the 2013 Boss 302 Laguna Seca.
Cross plane crankshaft dude
@@shonbratton1906 Not as rare/collectible or as reliable.
8250. IRS.
Fun fact: the standard seats ARE the Recaros. These are the upgraded seats. Odd huh.
the no.1 important thing to know about when searching a used gt350 is figure out whether the first owner has properly broke in the car. the voodoo engine needs the oil to heat up before one can put rev/load to it, especially during the break in period. If previous owner(s) didn't pay attention then it's much likely to consume oil and even blow up
Impossible to know how or whether it’s broken in right.
@@rembo183 you can feel whether the previous owner cares about it, which tells a lot
Full roar! No filter for Faffner!
Speed_Phenom raced the holy crap out of his 350. He knew how to make that car ROAR like a LION! You should visit/revisit his rockin his 350! Your giggles are frankly a little more sinister driving the 350 vs Bullitt which was more please, satisfied with laughter. One of the best cars out there. I’ll be hunting one don soon before the price escapes me! Perfect garage Bullitt, GT 500 Base and 350. Did I miss discussion about CF wheels. Isn’t that stock??
CF wheels are only on the GT350R.
@@MattMaranMotoring that’s interesting never realized that. I loved that grin you had driving that car!
Walterific’s ?
Oil Burner!
Great car...it is a shame they went up 15k to 20k on the used market..smh..I should have bought one in 2018
Idk if Ford will ever be able to top this tbh.
Unique car for sure., but performance alone a pp2 and Mach 1 are comparable.
@@gtrance3567 The PP2 is pretty far behind.
Engine, suspension and transmission are all not as good as the GT350.
The Mach 1 is more comparable for sure, but still lacks the character that ultimately makes the GT350 as legendary as it is, for the same price and if I recall correctly still lacks all the suspension and track prowess as well.
Again, very special car AND sounds incredible. but not a great value. The pp2 is probably only second off at the track and much cheaper. The SS1LE actually tied a gt350 at willow springs and again, much cheaper. Yes, the mach1 is over priced. Lastly, there is the topic of oil consumption, spun bearings, piston rings and engine failure. Hopefully g2 has fixed those issues.
My dream car. One day…
Special thanks to Ford for making the best Mustang ever, and then killing it before its time. The new Mach1 version falls short of the GT350 standard by a large amount.
Well they built it for 4 model years, it's not like it was super limited or anything.
@@MattMaranMotoring Was not interested in a Mustang in those years, but would potentially be now.
@@digitaldoc100 Then buy a used one dummy
@@RCXDerp No reason for the put down. I thankfully don't have to buy used cars anymore, and don't plan to buy any.
Another tip. These cars have amazing sound systems. Try it sometime
That's my car, 2017 vintage
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Would you trade your Bullitt for a GT 350?
No, the Bullitt fits what I want better.
Foolish
@@MattMaranMotoring Really?
21:53
if yall are going out this weekend at least buy me a pizza or chicken
Want to love it, but the engine seems so brittle, just a matter of time before it implodes. Scary to own outside of any warranty. Still want one 😉
Carmax has best warranty for used cars. Plus 30 day use and total refund if problems! GT 350… should have good warranty for potential issues.(if possible!)
Pushing 26K hard miles on my 2016 and I’ve never even needed to top the oil off. I’ve run in to several other GT350 owners at shows here in CA (Bob’s, Ponies on the Pike, etc.) and nobody is having these problems. However, my AC recently went out. I have an extended warranty, so no big deal.
the extended waranty for another 3 years is 3500 for me so it can't be that brittle
Front tag is tragic.