This Mustang GT is one of our quicker “5 things” review formats, since we already did a big fancy review of the Mustang Dark Horse earlier this year! So this one is more like a conversation than a big automotive history lesson, and I hope you all enjoy it 🤠
"At the end of the day you're gonna die! You might as well have fun while you're here" Dang, I wasn't ready for that to hit so hard lol. I have to agree I also prefer the front end look of the GT over the Dark Horse, but those Dark Horse badges are pretty cool.
I’m on my third Mustang. I’ve had an ‘86 SVO, an ‘04 Cobra and I now have a ‘16 GT 350. All great cars that were and are a blast to drive. I do not like the headlights or dashboard of the new Mustang.
I understand where you're coming from.the only issue i had was the cluster. But when I went to my local dealer in drove one I actually fell in love with it. The technology is quite challenging to me being 52 year old man. But I ended up getting a dark horse absolutely love the car!
@@AlanisKing simply making the buckets accessible to a larger swath of the population is WHY the new Mustang has been so popular. Along with the Challenger (IMO). The Camaro has ALWAYS had an extreeemely male (and often more mod-focused) demographic from what I can tell.
As someone who went from an enthusiast approved pure driving experience (GR86) to a mustang the gate keeping is real. Even in an enthusiast trim manual performance pack GT I'm still hesitant to tell people what I drive. It's fun but at the same time relaxed and easy. But since its a bloated, heavy American musle car you're always acutely aware you're driving the wrong car according to "real enthusiasts". The assumption is you can only like the mustang if you haven't experienced something more connected or pure. The truth is we don't all have access to mountain or canyon roads, we may not want or need all the steering and chassis feedback in the world.
Great video. When I was in highschool, the fast and furious was a huge influence on our car culture. People wanted Civics, integras, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Evo's...very JDM
You're showing your young age when you say it's comfortable in the trunk (-; The Caddy I own is a check off my bucket list. I've owned Camaros, Vettes, motorcycles, sport trucks, GT this and Sport that but I've never owned a (Funstang) Mustang. Very good granddaughter (-;
The biggest knock I have on the S650 is completely reusing the S550 chassis and most of its guts and that brings in the numb feeling of S550’s and their weird steering. Oh and the locked ECU, Mustangs are meant to be modified.
It's so nice to have a car reviewer who isn't overwhelmed by the new technologies of modern cars. I like to geek out in the menus. Also Silent Exhaust for the win!
I’ve had four Mustangs of a lot of variety from 1980 model thru to 2004, but none since. And as a “Mustang Guy”, I really enjoyed this look at the new GT model. Glad the trunk is bigger than the Miata ND3 🤣 Even though I may never buy another one again, I think the Mustang is one of the all time greatest and most important American cars. And I thoroughly enjoyed this review!
The Mustang is and has been a living legend! Excellent review as always Alanis! I’m actually a bit surprised about just how big the trunk is…I always thought the Mustang had a relatively small trunk, but it looks like a good Sam’s or Costco hauler too! Keep up the amazing content!!
I loved this video, especially the cinematography and music choice, but I wish the music used was credited in the description, especially with some of these classical pieces that I've heard a ton but don't know the name of.
My first ever vehicle was a Dodge Ram 2500, then I owned a mustang. I absolutely loved it. I wasn’t even an enthusiast at that point. However the more I started getting into cars the less I liked the mustang and found my way to the Japanese cars. I say “ less I liked” but I still really like mustangs. I do really like this generation. But I think I’m keeping my GR Corolla
I don’t have the time to fully watch this video but it’s amazing that your videos are doing so well I miss DRS but also When Will your podcast start??? ( or will it ) Love the mustang
Omg thank you! New podcast is coming, yeah. The hard part is scheduling guests, since we want to do the podcast in person. It means we have a short window to schedule very busy people once every few months! But we're getting the episodes filmed : )
I’m on my second Mustang. Used to own a 2020 GT500 but it was tough to winterize. Now I own a 2024 GT premium in Vapor Blue with the quad tips and the Brembo package. It also has the 401A package on the interior. Love the look of the performance package but the summer only tires were a no go for me. Love the car. My only two small complaints are the fake vents on the lower portion of the grill and the Ford insignia on the front window. Other than that I highly recommend the car.
Awesome video, just subscribed. Most car reviews are so dry and cookie-cutter, and yours was the total opposite. I like that you emphasized the emotional aspect that comes with the decision when buying a certain car, it doesn't always have to be completely logical, sometimes have to less loose and have fun. Keep up the great work!
I freaking loved the ending to this video, probably because I also think life's too short to be taken too seriously. I also started to "get" mustangs after renting one Hawaii for two weeks and think your video is spot on.
Great video. Jeff Gordon shirt is cool. I do feel like this generation Mustang is a bit more “robotic” versus the prior gen, which was more organic and smooth, while being retro. HOWEVER, having seen the new ones in the wild now, I have to admit, they have more “presence” than the old one. I think these new ones look better in person than on videos.
American cars are back. We live in a world where a $70k Mustang Dark Horse can hang with a BMW M4 Competition on the track. And I like that world. And I like Mustangs. And if you want pure muscle car, there’s always Mopar. Or was. Which is why I have a Last Call Challenger.
Having previously owned a widebody scatpack challenger shaker manual. I decided to test drive the 24 GT…it wasn’t for me…it was nice. But I drive one that had the recaro seats. I was super uncomfortable in them…and the car lacked the low end torque compared to the challenger. I found the MT82 transmission to shift nicely….but overall. I’d get another challenger like I had…before I get a Mustang
A high price doesn't mean the quality goes with it. It's the price of a BMW and the build quality of a Ford. A bad Ford. Don't believe me? The battery cover is a representation of the quality of the car.
Yep. I bought a 2010 Shelby GT500 instead for half the price and couldnt be happier. Already came with a smaller supercharger pulley and tune so it should be making around 600 hp 😂
willie that’s fair, but also I would like to think most people who are looking at a pony car like a mustang or camaro would also love a vette since it takes all of that and just adds more capability and removes weight
i'm am AOK with the Lexus no screen, you wanna put a screen on the entertainment fine, but you put a potential expensive fault at the core operation of the vehicle and that's just never going to get my money
@@mikevsworld Its the price of moving forward unfortunately. This is like saying you never bought a smartphone because one of the old nokias will last longer.
it could be argued we should have stuck with the nokias but you are not gaining anything and "moving forward" by going from a rolex to a casio digital screen
@@mikevsworld I get your point, my gripe is with many car guys who claim "this analog thing is outdated, but this modern screen is too much" This is why companies dont know what to do with sports cars anymore.
So many people say that! I may have to include it on these. This is my shorter review format where I typically don't do report cards, but I may add them!
@@AlanisKing Who am I to tell you the format for your videos but speaking for myself I love the “how Many Alanis’s fit in the trunk” and Alanis’s report card. Keep up the great work. We love the content!
Another great review, Alanis! Your enthusiasm makes me want to drive one of these, if not own it--I don't want to think about the likely insurance premiums or gas costs. One question: The Throttle House guys (and some other reviewers) love the car except they find the steering totally numb, and hence not confidence-inspiring in hard cornering. Your thoughts on that? Maybe only a drawback on track or when seriously hooning the GT?
Thank you for watching 🤠 I def trust them on the steering observations, but I only got to drive the Mustang on public roads (thus not at track speeds to really put the steering to the test). The steering was totally fine for me in road driving, but I’d want to do track time before making a final judgment on its numbness there
Wonderful review. I am sure it’s just the matter of getting used to the new look but so far, not a fan of the s650. I am absolutely in love with my fighter jet grey 21 mach1 6spd. Looks phenomenal, sound’s exquisite feels therapeutic and 3 1/2 years in and 15,000 miles later, still puts a smile on my face. Maybe this needs time to evolve. Hated the s550 at first and couldn’t get past how gorgeous the s197 were. I am sure the same will eventually happen with this gen as well.
i immediately guessed that the one thing Alanis wasn't gonna like about the car being the instrument cluster before we even reached that segment of the vid, and it's hilarious that I guessed it right off the bat. I work in car rental, and I and all of my coworkers who have gotten to move the new S650s in our fleet all don't like the viewing position of the new digital cluster. doesn't matter how we position the steering wheel or our seats, or our heights, or whatever else we can adjust, none of us like the viewing position of the screen in front of us. we all feel that the screen just isn't positioned in a good spot at all.
It is so wild how universal it is. I had several people hop in just to make sure I wasn’t alone, and they all agreed! Fascinating that it was an organic convo with y’all too
@@AlanisKing we think the problem comes from both screens being mounted in one unified housing. if the media screen was mounted separately from the instrument cluster screen, some of us think the instrument cluster screen could be positioned in a better manner that could actually work. some of us also just want normal gauges with needles that point to the exact number. it's all nostalgia and personal familiarity, of course.
As an owner of several Mustangs.... I wish I still had my 1986 Mustang GT .... And I will never ever get rid of my Bought new 2012 Boss 302. The best Mustang of all time IMO. When you take your 6spd Boss 302 out after a hard work day you dnt care about screens, heated seats, nav, etc... you have a/c if needed and thats all you need. Again IMO :)
Good for Ford keeping the Mustang around with a V8 and a manual transmission for 2024 while the other Detroit companies decided to kill off their pony cars!
The Challenger actually came back in 2008. But it's true, the Challenger didn't change its looks in 14 years. Even the 4runner that lasted as long got a major refresh 4 years in.
I am so upset about automakes pushing away V8s, and some V6s. They're putting smaller engines in larger vehicles; Underpowered and wear from turbos. So ridiculous!!! 😡😡
Great review! It’s a great car for sure! I’m on the same Page with you with the tail lights. Less indentation on the NASCAR body looks better. A ‘24 SALEEN Mustang …is the next car you should drive. I would love to see that video.
Let's be real. The gatekeeping comes from people who just think they are better than others and like to argue. Happens everywhere in life. Smile. Nod. And remember that their life can't be that great if that's how they behave.
I have the same issues with my BMW's flat-screen dash. Now, it makes me think that this whole giant, flat-screen digital thing in the auto world is a giant design flaw. Also, the far right corner of the screen is so far away that trying to reach there (Hello, Google Maps Exit button ) is an instant distraction. At least BMW has the rotary dial. Great video, as usual. BTW, I can’t cartwheel. Can I still get bitten by a coyote? 😂
Hey, Alanis. Just found your channel after watching you on Doug Demuro’s channel. Love what I see so far, but I have a question: do you still want a Kia Carnival? 😂😂
mm I'd have preferred a black wing instead of red. You know going with the two tone finish with the front grill and wing being black. Anyways A GREAT Review Nonetheless. Not a fan of the rear though I feel like they could've made it more idk flatter? I guess so
The Mustang, GT in particular gets flack because it poses as the serious muscle/sports car but ultimately it is not. Watch performance based reviews and they all say the same things, numb steering and insufficient body control. The GT in reality is what the name actually infers..a Grand Tourer, but the general populace thinks its the real deal because that’s it’s image for the uninitiated so to those who know better yeah it gets flack because it has a persona it hasn’t earned. By comparison the dead Camaro was always the superior handling true sports car where a 1LE was in equal footing to the real Mustangs like GT350s or Mach1s. Mustangs GTs from factory are not what they project basically and the lack of good chassis control is why they are the laughingstock of RUclips. But hey to those higher tier Mustangs…all respect 🫡
I like mustangs, but I’m not a huge fan of the lastest gen mustang. Can’t fault the performance but there are a few things I really don’t like. I’m more of an old school person, I want regular analog gauges, not the big screens everyone is putting in these day's. Another thing I don’t like, is the electronic break, there wasn’t anything wrong with the old school hand break and it worked well, so why get rid of it. One major thing though, the cost. The prices have gotten to a point where your average person cannot afford a decent speced mustang with an v8. Other than those 3 things, the car is great.
Just based on the title, I remember mustangs losing to camaro comparisons in magazines for years. Camaro had he 1LE which trounced the GT so ford came out with the performance pack and it still lost and then there was performance pack 2 and it still lost. Then both had new generations and the 1LE and performance packs came back and the Camaro STILL won. And then there are complaints of the MT82 trans in the mustang versus the tremec in the Camaro. I like the mustang as a GT/cool car but for a performance car the Camaro is still something I want to own and makes it make sense why the mustang was made fun of from the performance point of view.
I knew someone who had a 1966 Shelby GT350H. He let me drive it and showed me the documentation to prove authenticity. Hell of a car. I still have the pics. Your reviews are so fun!
❤😂😢❤😢😮😅😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 I love the story of the Mustang. I had a fox body Mustang and I liked it. I want another one but when I had it, I was getting too many tickets so that’s why if I get another one I might do the same thing so but keep up the good stories with the mustangs and I tell people Ford is still making the big block motors is Chevy or Dodge they say no I said OK then take care. Have a good week.
Wish you would have shown the power leather seats. If the recaros are all manual then they are a pain in the but and I would never buy the option. I have had them in two gt500s I've had and hated them. I bought my 21 gt500 with the regular upgraded leather bucket seats. Power heated cooled etc. So much better. Most people will never track the car and don't need those Recaros. I had them all power in a ctsV Caddy and loved them. But as manual seats. No thanx. Beautiful car otherwise.
Morning Mustang person! ...how the h*** is Portia doing?? 🐈⬛ Best part is the post self kidnap ad break transition, took me out ⚰ impromptu public cartwheel close second
The interior of the S650 is a downgrade versus the S550, IMO. The functionality of the screens is great (aside from having the HVAC controls on the screen, which is and always will be a terrible idea), but the integration lacks any sense of style whatsoever. The row of buttons below the center AC vents also isn't as cool as the toggle switches from the S550, and the fake carbon fiber trim looks horrible and doesn't belong in a car that--even in just GT trim--can approach $70,000 for a new 2025 model.
Okay but imma still make fun Of mustang drivers. You know the ones, the kind that does a burnout while leaving coffee and cars, suddenly gets traction, and drives right into the telephone pole
The problem I had with owning a Mustang is that everyone wants to race you all of the time. They will drive like asshats all around you all the time to try to get you to race them.
This Mustang GT is one of our quicker “5 things” review formats, since we already did a big fancy review of the Mustang Dark Horse earlier this year! So this one is more like a conversation than a big automotive history lesson, and I hope you all enjoy it 🤠
Love your reviews Alanis! Credit to you and your husband for always being so polished!
Thank you 🤠🤠
That quarter panel looks so familiar, almost like a former competitor.
Hahahaha
Who cares? It looks great.
Ford pays GM $1.37 in royalties for every Mustang it sells. 😉
Mustang had that look first. Nice try.
😂
"At the end of the day you're gonna die! You might as well have fun while you're here"
Dang, I wasn't ready for that to hit so hard lol.
I have to agree I also prefer the front end look of the GT over the Dark Horse, but those Dark Horse badges are pretty cool.
It took me by surprise too! But it was real!
😂😂😂 the humor. The personality. I believe I could spend my entire day with you even if all we did was wash cars
Aw! Thank you!
I’m on my third Mustang. I’ve had an ‘86 SVO, an ‘04 Cobra and I now have a ‘16 GT 350. All great cars that were and are a blast to drive. I do not like the headlights or dashboard of the new Mustang.
That's awesome. GT 350 is such a good pick
I understand where you're coming from.the only issue i had was the cluster. But when I went to my local dealer in drove one I actually fell in love with it. The technology is quite challenging to me being 52 year old man. But I ended up getting a dark horse absolutely love the car!
as always, great review!
also, love the new logo and the camry dent on your water bottle
Omg thank you! We love the logo too. I dropped the water bottle at the airport. Mega Camry dent
I AM impressed those bucket seats were wide enough. I see ford had hips like hers in mind when designing them, and i appreciate that 😌
They’re great!
@@AlanisKing simply making the buckets accessible to a larger swath of the population is WHY the new Mustang has been so popular. Along with the Challenger (IMO). The Camaro has ALWAYS had an extreeemely male (and often more mod-focused) demographic from what I can tell.
As someone who went from an enthusiast approved pure driving experience (GR86) to a mustang the gate keeping is real. Even in an enthusiast trim manual performance pack GT I'm still hesitant to tell people what I drive. It's fun but at the same time relaxed and easy. But since its a bloated, heavy American musle car you're always acutely aware you're driving the wrong car according to "real enthusiasts". The assumption is you can only like the mustang if you haven't experienced something more connected or pure. The truth is we don't all have access to mountain or canyon roads, we may not want or need all the steering and chassis feedback in the world.
You’re so right! And the Mustang IS good on good roads. I really enjoy it
I really like the writing and composition of theses vids, you guys do good stuff!
Thank you so much 🤠🤠
Fun Video! Glad you're still dropping new videos and enjoying yourself while doing it.
Thank you so much for watching. I'm having a blast. Appreciate your support!
I think your outro summed it up perfectly, a car to have fun! Thanks Alanis!
Thank you 🤠🤠🤠
Your enthusiasm in these reviews really shows and it makes them so fun to watch. Bonus points for the cartwheel!
Awww thank you. Just felt like doing a cartwheel that day!
Great video. When I was in highschool, the fast and furious was a huge influence on our car culture. People wanted Civics, integras, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Evo's...very JDM
Totally. It's a huge influence on a whole generation! Thank you for watching
You're showing your young age when you say it's comfortable in the trunk (-; The Caddy I own is a check off my bucket list. I've owned Camaros, Vettes, motorcycles, sport trucks, GT this and Sport that but I've never owned a (Funstang) Mustang. Very good granddaughter (-;
It's such a fun car. Thank you for always watching!
The biggest knock I have on the S650 is completely reusing the S550 chassis and most of its guts and that brings in the numb feeling of S550’s and their weird steering. Oh and the locked ECU, Mustangs are meant to be modified.
Love a modded Mustang. They're so silly
I've never really been a Mustang fan but this new Mustang GyaT is looking good 🔥
Sooooo good
The Mustang at Cars and Coffee was practically a daily meme on Oppo. Nice music choices for music in this one - Schumann Fantasiestucke and Mozart 40!
Thank you : ) and thanks for watching!
It's so nice to have a car reviewer who isn't overwhelmed by the new technologies of modern cars. I like to geek out in the menus. Also Silent Exhaust for the win!
Silent exhaust is soooo good. Thanks for watching!
I’ve had four Mustangs of a lot of variety from 1980 model thru to 2004, but none since. And as a “Mustang Guy”, I really enjoyed this look at the new GT model.
Glad the trunk is bigger than the Miata ND3 🤣
Even though I may never buy another one again, I think the Mustang is one of the all time greatest and most important American cars.
And I thoroughly enjoyed this review!
Thank you so much for watching. It’s a great car!
The Mustang is and has been a living legend! Excellent review as always Alanis! I’m actually a bit surprised about just how big the trunk is…I always thought the Mustang had a relatively small trunk, but it looks like a good Sam’s or Costco hauler too! Keep up the amazing content!!
Huge trunk! Thank you so much for watching. Really glad you enjoyed
Cool shirt and great review😊
Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching
Totally with you on the wide seat bolsters. Also, 7/10 on the hat.
I looove this hat. Thank you!
AK - it's worth noting the main stream rise in Jeep and Challenger culture. That has to be eating into Mustang sales.
I loved this video, especially the cinematography and music choice, but I wish the music used was credited in the description, especially with some of these classical pieces that I've heard a ton but don't know the name of.
I will try to start adding if I remember! I asked husband for names from this one specifically, and he said: “Oh gosh idk, I used like eight”
@@AlanisKing I really love that it's not always the same few tracks each video. And props to husband for some awesome chamber music deep cuts!
7:02 Well Bobs guy is probably going to clip this whole section. 🤣
Oh no
How did you all get clean sound with all that wind?
Good q! DJI mic, big fuzzy wind cover, clipped under the shirt
Alanis has the best t-shirt game in the entire automotive RUclips space. Just saying.
SVG shirt this week
My first ever vehicle was a Dodge Ram 2500, then I owned a mustang. I absolutely loved it. I wasn’t even an enthusiast at that point. However the more I started getting into cars the less I liked the mustang and found my way to the Japanese cars. I say “ less I liked” but I still really like mustangs. I do really like this generation. But I think I’m keeping my GR Corolla
GR Corolla is an incredible car. Great choice
I don’t have the time to fully watch this video but it’s amazing that your videos are doing so well
I miss DRS but also
When Will your podcast start???
( or will it )
Love the mustang
Omg thank you! New podcast is coming, yeah. The hard part is scheduling guests, since we want to do the podcast in person. It means we have a short window to schedule very busy people once every few months! But we're getting the episodes filmed : )
@@AlanisKing ok thank you
Your amazing
Keep it up
I’m on my second Mustang. Used to own a 2020 GT500 but it was tough to winterize. Now I own a 2024 GT premium in Vapor Blue with the quad tips and the Brembo package. It also has the 401A package on the interior. Love the look of the performance package but the summer only tires were a no go for me. Love the car. My only two small complaints are the fake vents on the lower portion of the grill and the Ford insignia on the front window. Other than that I highly recommend the car.
Awesome choices all around
no bystanders were hurt in the making of this video.
None at all
Awesome video, just subscribed. Most car reviews are so dry and cookie-cutter, and yours was the total opposite. I like that you emphasized the emotional aspect that comes with the decision when buying a certain car, it doesn't always have to be completely logical, sometimes have to less loose and have fun. Keep up the great work!
Awwww thank you so much! For real!
This car is awesome. Nice review Alanis 👏.
Thank you. I loooooove this car
Alanis your videos are soo fun!!!!
Thank you 🤠🤠
I freaking loved the ending to this video, probably because I also think life's too short to be taken too seriously. I also started to "get" mustangs after renting one Hawaii for two weeks and think your video is spot on.
Omg thank you! I really appreciate you watching
Great video. Jeff Gordon shirt is cool.
I do feel like this generation Mustang is a bit more “robotic” versus the prior gen, which was more organic and smooth, while being retro. HOWEVER, having seen the new ones in the wild now, I have to admit, they have more “presence” than the old one. I think these new ones look better in person than on videos.
Infotainment screen and resolution look fantastic.
Totally agree with all of your points. Thank you for watching!
American cars are back. We live in a world where a $70k Mustang Dark Horse can hang with a BMW M4 Competition on the track. And I like that world. And I like Mustangs.
And if you want pure muscle car, there’s always Mopar. Or was. Which is why I have a Last Call Challenger.
😂😂😂...the coyote 🐺 clip. 💀 😂
My favorite part is the fox body dash, it just looks right
It's such a nice touch
Lovely review and excellent info! Big lover of Mustangs! Btw, where is this video shot? New Jersey?
Aw! Thank you! This is in Texas
I have never like the "slap an ipod on the dash" look. As soon as I saw the interior of the 24, I went and grabbed a 23 GT.
Good pick!
Omg Alanis! The car was cool too ✌️☮️
Thank you : )
Having previously owned a widebody scatpack challenger shaker manual. I decided to test drive the 24 GT…it wasn’t for me…it was nice. But I drive one that had the recaro seats. I was super uncomfortable in them…and the car lacked the low end torque compared to the challenger. I found the MT82 transmission to shift nicely….but overall. I’d get another challenger like I had…before I get a Mustang
Challenger is also great
Pretty cool Mustang review 👌🏻 'At the end you're gonna die, might as well enjoy .' ( Best assessment of the review 🙌🏻)
Thank you : ) That sentence just kind of came out, and it felt right!
Speaking as a Corvette driver, it is NEVER time to stop making fun of the Ford Mustang.
Hahaha
I prefer the design of s550 and I think it's the best looking since the original
So good
So glad I got my ‘22 GT new for $40k. Now for 2025 the GT starts at $47,055. That’s a lot!
It's so much!
0:33 my brain though she was gonna say "This video is brought to you by CARS AND BIDS!!!"
Hahahahahahaha nope 🤠
A high price doesn't mean the quality goes with it.
It's the price of a BMW and the build quality of a Ford. A bad Ford.
Don't believe me? The battery cover is a representation of the quality of the car.
I like Mustangs, but $60k is a lot. That's Corvette territory and the Mustang has never been able to hang in that league.
It’s soooo much. I’d absolutely grab one used though
Yep. I bought a 2010 Shelby GT500 instead for half the price and couldnt be happier. Already came with a smaller supercharger pulley and tune so it should be making around 600 hp 😂
The mustang arent in the same segment as the Corvette. That was the Camaro which isn’t around anymore. Apples to Oranges
Used corvette territory
willie that’s fair, but also I would like to think most people who are looking at a pony car like a mustang or camaro would also love a vette since it takes all of that and just adds more capability and removes weight
I think its funny how many people crap on this screen but when they see a mostly analog interior like some of the Lexus, they say its outdated.
Yeah! I'm into the screen
i'm am AOK with the Lexus no screen, you wanna put a screen on the entertainment fine, but you put a potential expensive fault at the core operation of the vehicle and that's just never going to get my money
@@mikevsworld Its the price of moving forward unfortunately. This is like saying you never bought a smartphone because one of the old nokias will last longer.
it could be argued we should have stuck with the nokias but you are not gaining anything and "moving forward" by going from a rolex to a casio digital screen
@@mikevsworld I get your point, my gripe is with many car guys who claim "this analog thing is outdated, but this modern screen is too much" This is why companies dont know what to do with sports cars anymore.
Another great review…. Missed the report card though!!!
So many people say that! I may have to include it on these. This is my shorter review format where I typically don't do report cards, but I may add them!
@@AlanisKing Who am I to tell you the format for your videos but speaking for myself I love the “how
Many Alanis’s fit in the trunk” and Alanis’s report card. Keep up the great work. We love the content!
Another great review, Alanis! Your enthusiasm makes me want to drive one of these, if not own it--I don't want to think about the likely insurance premiums or gas costs.
One question: The Throttle House guys (and some other reviewers) love the car except they find the steering totally numb, and hence not confidence-inspiring in hard cornering. Your thoughts on that? Maybe only a drawback on track or when seriously hooning the GT?
Thank you for watching 🤠 I def trust them on the steering observations, but I only got to drive the Mustang on public roads (thus not at track speeds to really put the steering to the test).
The steering was totally fine for me in road driving, but I’d want to do track time before making a final judgment on its numbness there
Hi Alanis! I always have fun while I am here, and I did learn about Mustangs! 😁
Omg! Thank you Francisco! I'm glad you had fun like I did : )
I really love her wearing tights!!!😅
You are so much fun nice cartwheel
🤠🤠
Gonna be honest, I wasn't expecting one Alanis fitting in the that trunk, you can color me surprised
Lots of room
@@AlanisKing The opening looks small but I guess it's deeper than it looks
Wonderful review. I am sure it’s just the matter of getting used to the new look but so far, not a fan of the s650. I am absolutely in love with my fighter jet grey 21 mach1 6spd. Looks phenomenal, sound’s exquisite feels therapeutic and 3 1/2 years in and 15,000 miles later, still puts a smile on my face. Maybe this needs time to evolve. Hated the s550 at first and couldn’t get past how gorgeous the s197 were. I am sure the same will eventually happen with this gen as well.
Ahhhh thank you so much for watching
i immediately guessed that the one thing Alanis wasn't gonna like about the car being the instrument cluster before we even reached that segment of the vid, and it's hilarious that I guessed it right off the bat. I work in car rental, and I and all of my coworkers who have gotten to move the new S650s in our fleet all don't like the viewing position of the new digital cluster. doesn't matter how we position the steering wheel or our seats, or our heights, or whatever else we can adjust, none of us like the viewing position of the screen in front of us. we all feel that the screen just isn't positioned in a good spot at all.
It is so wild how universal it is. I had several people hop in just to make sure I wasn’t alone, and they all agreed! Fascinating that it was an organic convo with y’all too
@@AlanisKing we think the problem comes from both screens being mounted in one unified housing. if the media screen was mounted separately from the instrument cluster screen, some of us think the instrument cluster screen could be positioned in a better manner that could actually work.
some of us also just want normal gauges with needles that point to the exact number. it's all nostalgia and personal familiarity, of course.
I'm late, but I made it! I like that they went back to the sharp angled headlights from like 2015.
I appreciate you always making it here! Thank you!
As an owner of several Mustangs.... I wish I still had my 1986 Mustang GT .... And I will never ever get rid of my Bought new 2012 Boss 302. The best Mustang of all time IMO. When you take your 6spd Boss 302 out after a hard work day you dnt care about screens, heated seats, nav, etc... you have a/c if needed and thats all you need. Again IMO :)
That’s awesome! I’m glad you love them
Good for Ford keeping the Mustang around with a V8 and a manual transmission for 2024 while the other Detroit companies decided to kill off their pony cars!
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I would like to know how many takes you did to get the cartwheel close just right! 😂
Only two! And I only had to do a retake because I cartwheeled too late on the first one
Yes, car companies love changing the looks of a car....unless you're a Challenger. Been the same since 2005.
And I love the Challenger
The Challenger actually came back in 2008. But it's true, the Challenger didn't change its looks in 14 years. Even the 4runner that lasted as long got a major refresh 4 years in.
@@damilolaakanni yes, that. Whoopsies!
Who wouldn't want to try her 6 speed manual transmission
The Mustang: more iconic than your favorites.
Yes
Mine 2024 GT convertible premium active valves exhaust race red. Msrp 60$k. Like it.
Yessss
I am so upset about automakes pushing away V8s, and some V6s. They're putting smaller engines in larger vehicles; Underpowered and wear from turbos. So ridiculous!!! 😡😡
Love a good V8
Great review! It’s a great car for sure!
I’m on the same Page with you with the tail lights. Less indentation on the NASCAR body looks better.
A ‘24 SALEEN Mustang …is the next car you should drive. I would love to see that video.
I would love that too! Thank you for watching : )
@@AlanisKing certainly, I enjoyed it! Maybe someone will see my comment and hook you up with Mr. Saleen!
Let's be real. The gatekeeping comes from people who just think they are better than others and like to argue. Happens everywhere in life. Smile. Nod. And remember that their life can't be that great if that's how they behave.
Totally! I just think it's an important convo to have
@@AlanisKing oh yeah it is. I wasn’t trying to take that away from you. Keep up the good videos
: )
I have the same issues with my BMW's flat-screen dash. Now, it makes me think that this whole giant, flat-screen digital thing in the auto world is a giant design flaw. Also, the far right corner of the screen is so far away that trying to reach there (Hello, Google Maps Exit button ) is an instant distraction. At least BMW has the rotary dial. Great video, as usual. BTW, I can’t cartwheel. Can I still get bitten by a coyote? 😂
I have an S550 but damn did Ford hit the front end of this car with every ugly stick in their inventory.
Hahahaha
Hey, Alanis. Just found your channel after watching you on Doug Demuro’s channel. Love what I see so far, but I have a question: do you still want a Kia Carnival? 😂😂
So badly. They don’t have any in the Texas fleet right now!
Also, hi again!
mm I'd have preferred a black wing instead of red. You know going with the two tone finish with the front grill and wing being black. Anyways A GREAT Review Nonetheless. Not a fan of the rear though I feel like they could've made it more idk flatter? I guess so
You're so right on all points. Black wing would really tie in with the front end!
The Mustang, GT in particular gets flack because it poses as the serious muscle/sports car but ultimately it is not. Watch performance based reviews and they all say the same things, numb steering and insufficient body control. The GT in reality is what the name actually infers..a Grand Tourer, but the general populace thinks its the real deal because that’s it’s image for the uninitiated so to those who know better yeah it gets flack because it has a persona it hasn’t earned. By comparison the dead Camaro was always the superior handling true sports car where a 1LE was in equal footing to the real Mustangs like GT350s or Mach1s. Mustangs GTs from factory are not what they project basically and the lack of good chassis control is why they are the laughingstock of RUclips. But hey to those higher tier Mustangs…all respect 🫡
I really do love the GT as a daily driver. It's fun, comfortable, and just cool to be in
@@AlanisKingagreed, that is exactly what the GT is… a nice daily driver that makes sweet noises.
I like mustangs, but I’m not a huge fan of the lastest gen mustang. Can’t fault the performance but there are a few things I really don’t like. I’m more of an old school person, I want regular analog gauges, not the big screens everyone is putting in these day's. Another thing I don’t like, is the electronic break, there wasn’t anything wrong with the old school hand break and it worked well, so why get rid of it. One major thing though, the cost. The prices have gotten to a point where your average person cannot afford a decent speced mustang with an v8. Other than those 3 things, the car is great.
Totally makes sense! I also love Mustangs
You are the coolest car girl I know
Just based on the title, I remember mustangs losing to camaro comparisons in magazines for years. Camaro had he 1LE which trounced the GT so ford came out with the performance pack and it still lost and then there was performance pack 2 and it still lost. Then both had new generations and the 1LE and performance packs came back and the Camaro STILL won. And then there are complaints of the MT82 trans in the mustang versus the tremec in the Camaro. I like the mustang as a GT/cool car but for a performance car the Camaro is still something I want to own and makes it make sense why the mustang was made fun of from the performance point of view.
I absolutely LOVE the Mustang
I knew someone who had a 1966 Shelby GT350H. He let me drive it and showed me the documentation to prove authenticity. Hell of a car. I still have the pics.
Your reviews are so fun!
Awwww thank you! Thanks for your support!
I love hearing about them! You can share too!
❤😂😢❤😢😮😅😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 I love the story of the Mustang. I had a fox body Mustang and I liked it. I want another one but when I had it, I was getting too many tickets so that’s why if I get another one I might do the same thing so but keep up the good stories with the mustangs and I tell people Ford is still making the big block motors is Chevy or Dodge they say no I said OK then take care. Have a good week.
It’s such a good car!
Alanis is cooler than a polar bear’s toenails
Very kind of you
Wish you would have shown the power leather seats. If the recaros are all manual then they are a pain in the but and I would never buy the option. I have had them in two gt500s I've had and hated them. I bought my 21 gt500 with the regular upgraded leather bucket seats. Power heated cooled etc. So much better. Most people will never track the car and don't need those Recaros. I had them all power in a ctsV Caddy and loved them. But as manual seats. No thanx. Beautiful car otherwise.
Thanks for watching!
I love my Mustang.
Mustang gang
Morning Mustang person! ...how the h*** is Portia doing?? 🐈⬛
Best part is the post self kidnap ad break transition, took me out
⚰ impromptu public cartwheel close second
Hahahahaha thank you! Portia is great : )
Reviewing this in a Gordon shirt is a choice! Where's the vintage Ford NASCAR gear???
I make a joke about it in the review!
@@AlanisKing I for sure left this comment a minute before I saw you get out of the trunk and promo the merch 😶
I read that the six speed tranmission has been having some serious issues. I wonder if they've corrected this problem yet.
It worked great for me, but I only had it for a week!
I realize 60K is a lot to spend on a car these days but the Mustang GT is worth it! I would rather spend 60K on this Mustang than the Mach-E!
It's SUCH a good car too
The interior of the S650 is a downgrade versus the S550, IMO. The functionality of the screens is great (aside from having the HVAC controls on the screen, which is and always will be a terrible idea), but the integration lacks any sense of style whatsoever. The row of buttons below the center AC vents also isn't as cool as the toggle switches from the S550, and the fake carbon fiber trim looks horrible and doesn't belong in a car that--even in just GT trim--can approach $70,000 for a new 2025 model.
Fair! I love the S550
My big issue with the s650 is its WAY overpriced.
So fair
Nissan Z!!!!!! I've got one... now what do you think Alanis?
I like it! Hoping to get a Nismo here soon
Great review!
Thank you so much for watching : )
Okay but imma still make fun Of mustang drivers. You know the ones, the kind that does a burnout while leaving coffee and cars, suddenly gets traction, and drives right into the telephone pole
They're just trying to get you off your phone for a bit. They want you to go outside and see the world
Regarding the sightline, is the steering wheel not adjustable and down...? 😮
At its tallest height, it’s still a bad sightline!
they fired the engineer for this mustang, too camaro looking. I like the design, but i think it is little different
I love my 24 GT 10 speed.
Great choice
@@AlanisKing Thanks!
"And when you sit in the trunk..."
Alanis, how many people are going to willingly sit in the trunk?
One (me)
$60,000.00 ?
What a fully loaded ever opinion possible maybe.
I can buy 750hp mustang gt 3yr/36k miles. For under $60k
(Supercharged)
And you should!
@@AlanisKing
Got a 1xxxrwhp mustang GT now. Can't afford 2 of them .
No but really you can check it out. Lebanon Ford Performance & Beechmont Ford.
We can keep making fun of the Mach - E though right? I mean it might not be a bad vehicle but is it a Mustang?
Hahahaha it's not a bad vehicle! I got to check out Matt Farah's before he gave it back. You are free to make fun of it if you want : )
My Mustang best Mustang.
Good Mustang
The problem I had with owning a Mustang is that everyone wants to race you all of the time. They will drive like asshats all around you all the time to try to get you to race them.
Same with a Hellcat