2018 Ford Mustang GT Performance Pack Official Review and Dyno Results - Hot Lap

[@duanesandvick2697]

I recently bought a 2018 Mustang GT Premium PP1 with 10 speed automatic and Roush Supercharger series 1. The purchase was made in spring 2024. Vehicle had 8500 original miles when purchased. What a great machine. Road tripped in April 2024, 1200 miles, and averaged 25.5 mpg driving nicely.

[@singko40]

I bought a used 2018 GT premium fastback with the performance package for 30k and the previous owner loved the car. I can tell because the miles on it was 90k and the cars maintenance was up to date. Currently 91,456 and I love every minute of it. I use to drive a 2020 mustang ecoboost but once I drove into the Ford dealership for my check up, I decided to walk around the lot while I was waiting. Saw the price window on the GT and ran into the dealership to see if I can see the car for myself. The salesman grabbed the keys and went on drive. Immediately fell in love and traded in my ecoboost for a GT. Best purchase I've ever made.

[@aversabeast]

My dad works for ford, big tip for everyone looking into the mustang, the 10 speed is an absolute MONSTER! I'm a huge manual car fan, but this thing is unbelievable when you get the 10 speed.

[@arkzgun]

@spencer bancroft yes i have 2019 gt sport package 10 speed and its an absolute beast. i drove both and as a manual fan i just fell in love with the auto. now my wife can drive 2

[@zipzap4706]

My 10 speed GT PP auto IS a beast. Holy crap - fast like a bat outta Hell

[@natural-born_pilot]

It’s thoughtful of Ford to come out with a nice automatic in this beautiful beast for all those of driving age that’s never driven a stick or know how to. I was shocked to hear that something like 91% of all newly licensed drivers know how to and have driven manual transmission cars. Oh well just another woke shocker of the new generation I guess.

[@nookboo2458]

Sure your dad does.

[@aversabeast]

@@nookboo2458 he doesn’t anymore. Retired 😁

[@raredanceclassics]

Pulled the trigger on a 19 and my God is this thing a good car. Can't believe Ford is building this kind of machine for under 40k

[@arkzgun]

same!!

[@sunjidrahman4242]

Why people call ford a world class manufacturing tycoon now understand why people call it

[@dimariobell8499]

Same. Chose it over the scat I test drove

[@zipzap4706]

My 2020 GT is better built than the ‘19 Z06 I traded in.

[@hotshtsr20]

@@zipzap4706 My 2020 GT is a coin flip choice with my buddy's M2 I spent a weekend in, except $20-25k cheaper. That is, unless you care about the Roundel and a few (not as many as you'd think) panels feeling "cheaper"

[@wavyybased1820]

I'm so Excited about the 2018 mustang for no reason.. can't afford one right now anyway lol

[@timfrink9278]

Base model is just a little more than many cars that have like 200 HP or less. My Prius cost 35K.

[@rubenscott3972]

My Subaru cost the same now I’m going for the 2020 mustang

[@KenSerpico5450]

I special ordered my automatic 2018 GT Mustang without a performance package, since my Mustang shall never see a race track. In doing so, I saved around $10,000.00.

[@kevinbreese5739]

Excellent and very thorough review. Some people may troll him, but this guy is cool in my book and he speaks VERY well.

[@theroadrunnerjarhead4109]

Bought one brand spanking new in 2018. Still love it after getting long tube headers, roush cold air kit, VMP tune. Top end is exhilarating.

[@garygoodman644]

LOVE how high the redline is now!!

[@realamerican1299]

so they got smart and got rid of those POS Pirelli tires.... mine made it less than 10k miles and I do not drive super aggressive at all.

[@luislongoria3676]

Real American said every mustang owner ever lol

[@epaminondas64]

I did exactly one line lock burn out on my 2016 PP car, and 10.5K miles, and mine are toast. Just as well though, the car wont stay glued with mere 275s on it. Gonna throw some 305 Nitto NT05Rs and see if I can get any traction

[@nickw4019]

Yep, mine too. Little over 10k miles on the dial, and the rears are looking about done. And I don't do burnouts either.

[@melissaruiz4086]

Real American same here with pp 0 🙄 hate them

[@Harry-qz1rw]

Still have my crap Pirelli all seasons on my '16 GT with only 13,300 miles and already more than half worn and the car has never done a burnout. Even dry, these tires are dangerous, some of the WORST tires I have ever had on a sports car, and that's coming from an ex-Vette driver for over 25 years, used every manufacturer out there. In '17 Ford went to Michelin's, best move they ever made. But what sucks is, Pirelli considers this an "OEM tire" and doesn't provide a tread life warranty - a freakin SCAM. Guess which tires will NEVER be installed on this car again?

[@AccidentalReefer]

Ford hit another home run with all the tech they put in this stang.

[@creedns]

Lord Draconis yeah, I hate when things are faster, more comfortable and more advanced than earlier models.

[@creedns]

Lord Draconis have fun in your model A

[@creedns]

Lord Draconis you're right, my 5.0 is just weak.

[@creedns]

Lord Draconis I guess the coilovers, watts link, torque arm and spherical joint control arms are also non performance as well, negated by the track apps and tech package.

[@creedns]

Lord Draconis be gone peasant

[@Jus931]

Man ford did a phenomenal job I feel like a little kid on Christmas Day!

[@Hartman_7]

J mac right. I already want this georgeous car

[@karnage1989ck]

I can’t wait until 4-5 years pass by so I can snag one with decent mileage at a better price! Until then just pure admiration and a 07 GT!

[@KoyoteKev]

How well did that work out lol

[@mywa8314]

@@KoyoteKev I think he is dead 😆

[@thesaltysergeant4103]

I just bought one last week, and got a great deal. Mine is a manual, Even though the Auto was amazing, I am an old school guy and got a manual Trans.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

The standard exhaust sounds great. As for the neighbors, I've lived in apartment complexes for over 30 years and have tolerated neighbors' loud stereos, barking dogs, loud late-night partying, fighting couples, etc, etc. Thus if I ever get one of these beautiful beasts, the neighbors will just have to bear with me when I fire it up. I will only take at most a few minutes before I drive off and get out of their hair.

[@natural-born_pilot]

What goes around comes around, a more milder Karma. Yep the way I see it when considerate is long gone then pay backs are a….well you know the saying.

[@OctaneStreet]

Superb review, even though I've already watched dozens of these reviews and first looks I always still enjoy watching a thorough walk through and showcase of these new 2018/2019 mid refresh styles. One of my favourite things about em for sure is that digital guage cluster!

[@liammalcolm]

A well presented and thorough review from a guy that definitely knows his stuff! Great work!

[@ricardopalma3714]

I liked this ‘18 GT PP1 review He’s a legit mustang enthusiast 😎

[@johnstubbs8532]

Thanks for a great professional presentation. I've ordered my 2018 this week in Australia and I cant wait to drive it.

[@robertmenger3230]

dont complain about the mustangs restyling.did you see the 2019 comaros front end? blaaaaahhh

[@Fordman6546]

Ya cameos have got uglier

[@EddySpaghetty]

As a Camaro owner, you hit the nail right on the head ...

[@ricardoosantos100]

I just bought a convertible 2019 gt pp1 with 401 package. Best bang in the category. What sn incredible value Ford is giving drivers. This is coming from a Japanese car user.

[@benschrader5797]

My initial reaction to Ford announcing an all digital gauge cluster display was "that sounds tacky as hell." Seeing it in action though, I'm impressed. Makes me think of what car designers of the 80s were trying to go for, but done much better and cleanly.

[@fread51]

Why would you want to keep everything anti log its' 2017 not 1990

[@Sahadi420]

The same reason I liked my analog speedo on my Z750S, compared to the digital speedo on the R1. Even though the R1 would kick the 750's ass..........the satisfaction of watching the analog speedo was so much better. R1 speedo: 0, 5, 8, 13, 17, 21, 25, 29, 34, 39.........LOL Maybe I'm just getting old, but I like watching the needles move. :) Just like with a quick revving engine, the digital tack simply can't keep up.

[@wanteddoa7929]

It’s even more impressive in person. I got that instrument cluster on mine and it’s amazing.

[@kencarpenter1002]

I’m a true lover of the new dash. A digital readout lets you know exactly how fast you are going. We have sneaky radar cops around here.

[@tylerspencer1644]

Yesterday I just bought my first mustang. I picked up a 2018 gt race red with performance package at a Ford dealership. Previous owner install a roush 2650 supercharger along with a full list of other mods. He claimed 707 but salesman didn’t have a dyno sheet available so I am going to try and test those numbers in the future. I love this car!

[@americanmuscle]

Congrats on the new car, Tyler! We hope you love it! -Zach

[@AkronKid330]

I wasn't really digging the 18 but damn do I love it now! Great review!

[@americanmuscle]

Thanks man! I know it sometimes takes a while to warm up to changes, but the changes here are just flat out awesome. Appreciate the comment! -Adam

[@AkronKid330]

AmericanMuscle.com anytime buddy. Tell Justin Mike says hi

[@tstang7783]

Ordering one this week

[@tstang7783]

Got one on order bro!

[@mojitogonzalez]

GREAT review. I always appreciate the "non paid advertising" cons about a vehicle. I've been reviewing the 2018 Mustang GT vids' prior to my purchase. Your review was one of the BEST. I'm SOLD on the 2018 GT & it's performance pack. THANKS AGAIN!

[@ponygt6629]

oooh,....7410 rpm on that CPC V8, damn crazy awesome,,, this engine is damn cool

[@Ford_Raptor_R_720hp_V8]

Initial test runs has shown that a Bone Stock 18 GT Mustang will do 12.0s flat at 117 mph with the 10A - that's pretty respectable for an all motor 5.0L especially since EPA mileage has gone up from 15 to 16 city, and 24 to 25 on the hwy at the same time

[@ponygt6629]

Yes and do remember the new GT with 10 speed AT weighs 3860 lbs 100 lbs more than the 6.2 camaro SS AT

[@benhaze1010]

North of your border a GT with the digital cluster, mag ride and active exhaust starts at $58k as that cluster is available only on the top trim

[@regmartin688]

Looks awesome love the exhaust sound .

[@harryrisher6240]

America's favorite Muscle Car the MUSTANG GT just hit another Home Run with the new 2018 Ford MUSTANG GT at an affordable price ! Can't wait to order mine !

[@F_________________]

Ford: "It should make like 460." Makes 508 at the motor.

[@Z3rhairstylers]

What motor

[@chrissorreda4982]

Your conversion is wrong. Modern engines dont follow the 10 and 15% standard we used to use back then. Parts have been made sturdier to transfer power more efficiently from engine to the wheels meaning less loss. Look for the percentage difference between the number to the wheels to what Ford claims and that’s how efficient cars have gotten when it comes to transferring power. At least this lates mustang that is.

[@F_________________]

Fair enough. Assuming closer to 10% for the 6 Speed manual, and 15% for the 10 speed auto to keep things simple. The Manual GT laid down 437, so it made roughly 480ish. The 10 speed auto put down 415 wheel horsepower, so it made 477ish. In my defense, I used a wheel horsepower guestimator for the first number so my mistake.

[@basedjorts]

Its SAE rated at 460. SAE says 460, it makes 460, whether or not a happy dyno and some random conversion may say more.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

New 5.0 updates are understated. Published numbers compared to actual? Actual is around 500 crank.

[@hanyolo120]

I love the way the 2018 looks and I like the red on it, I didn't like it at first but it grew on me.

[@jrod78415]

Is this Justin Jr. He talks just like him. Crazy good job

[@americanmuscle]

haha well thank you! I appreciate the compliment! - Adam

[@richardharris4061]

He talks way too much and way too fast

[@mikesmith3240]

Good in depth video, no more buying aftermarket exhaust

[@charlesdegener7002]

FYI for those of you considering the 10 speed automatic it is the bomb! I will never go back to the six speed manual! Definitely test ride before you bye

[@flightgearHD]

I have a 2014 GT, wasnt impressed by the 15-17... and now i I want this one.

[@Browean]

Glad you guys got that six speed. Three pedals until we die. - Justin knows what I'm talking about

[@ehrldawg]

The only way to drive a stang !!!

[@andyhernandez2360]

Omg here are the driving manual is better people bro just let people pick what they're comfortable for especially when the auto is now 10x faster than manual

[@AutoYoung]

Andy Hernandez 👍🏽

[@ramivalencia]

Bret.Stang4.6 You're going to look real cool getting beat by some girl driving an automatic lol.

[@Webbygears]

Bret.Stang4.6 have fun with your shitty shifts

[@scottyV1000]

I ordered mine last week. Lightning blue equipped pretty much like the car in the video with the security package. X-plan was $46,600 and i got top dollar for my low mileage 2014 GT. The only thing I have to see is if Ford improved the shift linkage otherwise MGW will be getting a call. Can't wait till Spring!

[@romusizquierdo]

Last time i was this early brand new mustangs had a 2 valve

[@reptarthetrx2408]

romusizquierdo lol 16 valve pushrod or 16 valve sohc?

[@captaindon23]

Adam, I think you made me fall in love with the 2018s finally. Good presentation.

[@secrethandlehuhu]

4:58 Michelin ps4s. cup2 is pp2 only ;)

[@americanmuscle]

Good catch! I'm happy with the PS4S tires on the PP1, but you gotta admit that PP2 wheel/tire config with 305's all around is nuts! - Adam

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

Freedom no HUD ! meh

[@krispeabacon8008]

Im still rocking my 2008 bullitt !! Whats sad is I’m making 500 rwhp fully supercharged and stock 2018 is close that smh

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

Even at only a 12% drive train loss ford is underrating crank hp and torque by about 30 each

[@reptarthetrx2408]

EveryThingAutomotive ETA that Dyno is running hot, no way it's making almost 500 HP. Another website got 415 rwhp with their A10 and trapped @ 117 MPH in the quarter mile...oh at a 12.02 I'd say the 415 rwhp is more reality than 437 rwhp.

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

MvF JET I agree with your assessment good sir.... I'll look for that story.

[@Augustoraultorres]

MvF JET I think this is a little high too but remember the stick will put down higher hp than the auto because of less train loss and the 3:73 gear compared to the 3:15

[@reptarthetrx2408]

Augusto torres I think the automatic GTPP is 3.55 gears

[@Augustoraultorres]

MvF JET you are right the pp is 3:55 my bad , shouldn’t be such a big difference from the power of 3:73 but anyways the stick puts down slightly more

[@MustangGuru]

The active exhaust was also offered on the Roush mustang,

[@s197production7]

Wow thats a big difference from auto to standar as far as dyno number , LATE MODEL RESTORATION guys dyno it the car (10s auto ) and got 415 whp and 397 torque this thing put 437 whp and 400 impressive

[@luislongoria3676]

Alex Acosta I saw that video as well. How you think it would affect the track numbers. Do you think the manual could hit 11's

[@justaguynamedmax8207]

Luis Longoria a manual transmission transfers the engines power more efficiently than a hydraulic auto, but the auto will shift faster so it will make up for any power loss. The auto will always be faster and near perfectly consistent.

[@erichaley4485]

GM transmission

[@AmericanGTS]

All I wish it had was a refreshed SN197 exterior. Performance is pretty impressive so far. Props to Ford.

[@shortii12341]

I'm getting this exact car except in Orange Fury and the spoiler. I'm also getting the 401A package, Enhanced security package, 10 speed auto, and safe & smart package. I'm so excited to receive it!! :)

[@jager7851]

shortii12341 sounds amazing

[@godisdead_]

I’ve never been so jealous

[@walmartpimp2]

Me too!

[@shortii12341]

Thanks! I hope it turns out to be a great car! I'll know if I get into the car for my test drive and I have a huge smile on my face! It'll be my first V8. My first mustang was a 2013 V6 Premium Convertible. My dad is buying it from me. I'm very excited about this move up in power and technology!

[@jager7851]

Really happy for you

[@jburklol1164]

Coming from a Camaro owner, the sound of the Mustang is super awesome. I'd love to try one out :p

[@beesechurgerwithomion]

If they kept the same style as the 15-17 but did all the engine updates, suspension work, and interior updates. This thing would be a home run and I would go buy one today

[@bigdog6953]

Blubberish Worm same

[@02autogt]

Thank God the 15-17 front end is gone!!

[@ShawnCastator]

02autogt yeah, Agreed. I hated the hood bump. Glad they lowered it

[@arceus1507]

We just got some in Friday, 1 GT and 2 Ecoboosts. As far as looks goes, the only thing I wasn't feeling seeing it in person was the hood.

[@raver208]

Loving the redesign of the s550 mustang. Headlights & turn signal/fog lamp housings look so much better. Re: modifications....Would like to billet steel grille & open air inlet front fascia. Maybe from Roush. And more narrowed reverse light housing with LED. Would like to see a high polish set of 20” 5-spoke rims. Amer Racing or Roush.....or HRE. Oooooooo. 😁

[@americanmuscle]

I'm loving the build list so far! I'm personally a bigger fan of a nice set of 5-spokes than I am of the PP wheels. - Adam

[@raver208]

AmericanMuscle.com I’m with you bro....5spoke definitely a stronger look

[@buyusgoods]

Yep..You want to "rig" it. Nothing worse than seeing a muscle car looking like it was imported from the hood... Just saying"

[@Steve-yr5vi]

I can't help but notice the slope of the curve is still positive when the VSS cuts off fuel. My understanding is peak HP comes very near 7k, which means that could be max HP or perhaps it is not.

[@pmoney5654]

I think it’s hilarious when people say LCD display. “Nice Liquid Crystal Display display you got there”

[@originaldeadbear2772]

Just like ATM machine

[@pmoney5654]

Jake Doss lol exactly. Another one that makes me laugh is AC current or DC current

[@evo7ism]

`LCD stands Liquid Cyrstal Diode, give me a break, ok.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

In the motorcycle world, the color screens are being called color TFT (thin transistor film). Not sure if the auto world is using a similar tech or not. Definitely not LCD.

[@KingT.Challa]

Meet me at 9 a.m. in the morning.

[@62_batthsaab62]

When I first saw the new mustang I hated it, then I saw it in black, grey, red and blue, and fell in love. This mustang is even sexier then the s550, and that was one nice car, mustangs to me have NEVER looked ugly. They knock it out of the park, the gt500 better be a demon and can go killer straight line and track, and horsepower number. The gt500 has always been badass and king when it came out. And they hopefully will do the same

[@DevOtionSynthax]

Dope NMD OGs Bro!

[@eljosu3]

NVSTY_302 😂

[@DevOtionSynthax]

Daze302 lulz 😂

[@gerryrivaldy4281]

NVSTY_302 😂

[@rhatala27]

Looking forward to seeing the PP2.

[@159770]

I'm sticking with my beautiful 14 5.0

[@baevere]

uhhh... Solid rear axle.... No thank you... I sold mine for a 15' GT premium and don't really have any regrets other than I should have stuck with 3.73's and brembo brakes.

[@ancientsnox5093]

14’s are the best! Looking wise

[@em7147]

Not a fan of the 5th gen 'stangs at all. Especially the newer ones like the '14.

[@4evrPothead]

I still think the 2013-14 was the best looking. Specially the California special

[@regmartin688]

Yes the wife loves her 14 gotcha have it green GT.

[@marauderhot]

Just got mine this week, love it. I wish you would do a dyno on all four exhaust modes to see if there is a difference. Great review!

[@travism4512]

One of the best least boring and actual informative reviews so far.

[@americanmuscle]

We appreciate it Travis, thanks for watching! - Will

[@buyusgoods]

It sure is...On how they took all the parts off the 16-17 Shelby GT350 and put as options on the 18 GT....They threw every GT350 owner under the bus. FYI: a new GT with all options is 53K....That isn't including all the dealer fees and TTL....So, for the same price, you can get a Used GT350 for less. Only Ford can keep screwing mustang drivers over. Will Never buy another mustang unless its year model 93-14 ..Not getting screwed anymore.

[@mytruckinlifeace4047]

That car is beyond sick. I’ve been on the fence about it but now I really have to have one.

[@dean8067]

Sweet. I'm glad to see Ford will definitely be able to compete with the big European competition and the rest of the American muscle/ponycars as well now. The GT in the older S550 wasn't slow by any means, but it's wasn't fast enough anymore. If I'm not mistaken it was slower than the 2011-2015 5.0 Mustang, due to only having 10 more horsepower but weighing quite allot more. There are way too many videos showing Mustangs of the S550 generation getting spanked by cars that it shouldn't be losing against and cars with the same or less horsepower. BMW M3, BMW M2, Last generation Audi RS4 etc. I've got high hopes for this new redesign. Because Those dyno numbers are fantastic, so little drivetrain loss.

[@americanmuscle]

Completely agree! These numbers were super impressive, and we haven't even gotten a tune on it yet ;) I'm excited to see what we can do with this new redesign because we're definitely going to be seeing a lot more of it! - Adam

[@Steve-yr5vi]

The 2015 S550 was considerably faster around a track than the S197, even the BOSS. In a straight line yes the S197 was faster than the 2015 S550. It's hard to understand that in the same paragraph you complain about straight line speed and about it not being competitive with cars that earned their reputation for handling, yet don't acknowledge the superiority of the S550's handling.

[@dean8067]

Before Sunrise Because what's the point of a complete redesign if you get something in one area and lose in another? The idea of getting a complete redesign is supposed to have everything upgraded, not just some aspects being better and others falling behind in the process.

[@The1stMoRice]

I get so tired of hearing the argument “but it’s faster around a track”. I don’t live on a track. I don’t drive on a track. I don’t go to work on s track or go to the grocery store on a track. But what I do is drive on a street and 99% of that time it’s on a straight line. So yeah, my opinion is straight line performance is more important than track performance.

[@snoggatog3651]

jm14918 then you should get into motor sports, it’s wayyyyyyy too fun not to, the s197’s are useless on the track and if you want more hp then get a whipple for fucks sake lmao

[@seanbooth845]

Love the new gage cluster!

[@JCTiggs1]

What was the MSRP on that GT? Must be getting close in price to a GT350?

[@EntaiIIe]

yeah that one is probably around 50k MSRP. but nobody pays MSRP on a regular GT ...

[@JCTiggs1]

EntaiIIe Can't you get a GT350 for around $55k in the US?

[@EntaiIIe]

JCTiggs you can get a used one for that. You could probably snag one for that in the winter. They are pretty close in price, apples to oranges though. One is s track weapon and one is a fully loaded daily driver.

[@fusionvic]

$48k X-Plan, not including TTL

[@Steve-yr5vi]

Ah why ask that question? Go onto the Ford site and build one....a non-premium GT can be built with the PP, MagnaRide, active exhaust for $44,580, a premium GT with those same options will cost you $46,580. Being a Premium owner I'd recommend going for the Premium option, it's well worth it after all that near 500 HP engine can't be enjoyed when sitting in traffic, however heated and cooled leather seats can.

[@neil8288]

Man i haven't had a two door for 20 years but this is really tempting !!! great review.

[@magdalenomancilla7703]

Check engine light?

[@RobertKohut]

It's key on, engine off....

[@amordeweso]

Key on an off my ass that’s a cel lmfao pos ford

[@americanmuscle]

I don't know man... Last time I checked it is physically impossible for the car to be on and be at 0 RPM at the same time ;) Check the tach, the car is off! - Will

[@pete7832]

Great review by a talented and knowledgeable presenter. Thanks for sharing

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

R.I.P 6th Gen camaro

[@americanmuscle]

I think I actually say that in one of the outtakes that didn't make it into the final video lol glad we're on the same page! - Adam

[@337D3S]

I can't wait to race one of these mustangs in my 6th gen.

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

Trevon Adams Dude I murder 6th Gen camaros in my S197 and it's a 6M all I have is a AED tune with a catless Catback nothing else but suspension mods I also run mid 11s in the 1/4 it will always be a drivers race with the right set up I'm not bragging at all and I don't win every race but for some reason I beat a lot of N/A 6th Gen camaros with a cam. I'm not just a Ford fan either I love both GM and Ford I just happened to get a good deal on a Coyote. I live in Diamond Bar, California if you want to race me I'm always out and about.

[@billetspin8326]

I got a '17 1LE and a 15 GT. This one would have to be substantially faster than the 15 GT just to keep up with the SS

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

BilletSPIN base off of the recent dyno numbers from the auto and 6speed manual it's a big jump coyotes never really made a whole lot of torque but they still performed well and respond very good to simple mods not trying to take anything from the 6th Gen both are great cars

[@bonniewatch8463]

Add the Bullitt engine mods and now you have 480 hp. The torque numbers below 4,000 rpm make for a better street brawler then the 350. This car with the Bullitt upgrade is just awesome in my book. With the current $7K discounts it a good buy. I drove a GT without active exhaust and it sounded perfect. The stance on the PP 1 is perfect. What’s not to like about a $35K GT with PP1 manual and 301A interior up grade. Those cloth seats hold you in place much better also.

[@JCTiggs1]

I see it still has that highly restrictive, big ass resonator. 🤔

[@marineninga]

It has been prophesied that the after market shall answer our cries for louder exhaust, patience for our salvation is upon us.

[@stevenp3176]

Restrictive on sound. Very little power gained from exhaust these days.

[@JCTiggs1]

Steve Pounder Really? There's a video on the stock resonator and mufflers cut open and they are very restrictive, I had no idea until that video. I always recommend people get an x or h-pipe first.

[@JCTiggs1]

Snoggatog That's a great gain! What do you think the gain would be with aftermarket exhaust and x or h-pipe but with the stock headers? 20 hp?

[@fread51]

Yeah cause you can't change that dumb ass

[@steveevans6240]

Didn't see anyone comment on this, but the 18 and 19 GT with PP1 and 10spd auto has the 355 axle, not the 315 like he stated.

[@vandraiss]

Ditch the damn music. It drowns out your voice.

[@mrksts1]

I don’t like the front brake cooling ducts on the front fascia. Love the sound of that exhaust. Revving over 7k...sweet.

[@ajtamburino4585]

The glossy grill does not look good and the plastic cover on the motor looks terrible the last two were good and still showed the motor this one looks pretty bad

[@Father_Paul_GT]

Aj Tamburino hater

[@BB-zv8tx]

For these things thankfully there is an aftermarket if you don't like it...the cover you could simply remove

[@jacobmoa6301]

I'd advise for a 6 speed manual transmission. the even with the 10 speed auto transmission there is still a slight delay in the shiftings ford just needs to work on that transmission. But overall its a to go car for me thumbs up for it

[@bussinjuugss7924]

S197 13-14 All the way! unless its a S550 350 r

[@fatsmile77]

I agree!!! I have a Black 13GT...as the year goes by...she just look more classy and more American muscle. Dream car...13/14 GT500!!

[@dsavish]

you can get a trinity gt500 for cheaper than you can buy a new gt now.

[@bussinjuugss7924]

+Deapoolxx17 Out dated? Maybe if it's 100% stock base model, & you sound ridiculous it's not that much faster to trade your car in, besides 450 rwhp is not that fast now days & again I don't know too many people who keeps a Mustang stock.

[@amordeweso]

Tru tru I love the 13-14 model the 15-17 looks like trash An this one the gauge cluster is pretty cool but outside uglier then fuck

[@buyusgoods]

One ugly catfish

[@FNFAL175]

Love my 6 speed Mustang Gt PP1 301A pack

[@WilsonTrainingCntr]

Check engine light on already??? WTF?

[@blakedudley4692]

Wilson Training Center CEL is always on when the vehicle is in the start position but not actually started. If you notice the RPM is at 0 meaning it’s basically just in accessory mode.

[@ironcap2050]

The car was indicating LOW Fuel

[@Greg_call]

What a great overview. Thank you!!!

[@mrnasty6541]

2018 with 625 miles and already has check engine light 😳

[@FernandoLopez-ou9co]

S550 Tony you know it wasn't on right.

[@usahd7745]

S550 Tony The key was in ignition, the car was not started.

[@nototherwisespecified]

Fucking slopar owners... idiot

[@coreymcknight4372]

I didn't like it at first but it definitely grew on me

[@anothersloth309]

they finialy get the 2018 mustang and they use Adam to review it?!... REALLY?!?!?! WE WANT JUSTIN OR STEPHINE

[@zelmarhernandez2681]

AnotherSloth Justin yes, Stephanie no, girls need to stay out of a man's world of muscle cars..

[@blakedudley4692]

Zelmar Hernandez I’d much rather look at Stephanie than just any day. Sorry Justin.

[@dougfa3515]

They are at SEMA.

[@benhaze1010]

Oh give the guy a break, he did well summarizing the changes on the new model.

[@mikegay8511]

I'm getting mines in 2020. So looking forward to put that joker in my garage. I would do tuning first, then a CAI. This will be my car exactly the color with a black roof. A GT350 R spoiler is in the air for me.

[@Oreo_5oh]

Mike Gay cai isn’t worth anything unless you want a little more engine noise. Otherwise you don’t filter as well and you loose low end torque.

[@android-ud2nf]

I just seen a stock coyote rev passed 7400rpm. Yes ford yess. And also.....fuck chevy.

[@recheveste31]

Thats cool but you will still see my rear lights . LS2 07 Corvette (stock) lol l

[@android-ud2nf]

Robeee E lol. I love chevys even if my comment was sour. But it should be equal. 0to60 in 3.9 with the auto. The 2007 z51 did 0to60 in 4.2 so figure this mustang with a manual might be the same. Wouldnt matter id have either engine modified to hell.

[@ulicesalcantar1274]

That’s why the zl1 will beat anything even porches

[@snoggatog3651]

Ulices Alcantar buttttttt when racing road courses and real race tracks the zl1 doesn’t do as well as the gt350 r which has way less hp. The gt350r beats porche 911’s and Ferrari 458’s by a second or 2 n

[@ulicesalcantar1274]

Snoggatog yes it does and the if you have the 1le it will leave the mustang in the dust

[@B0SS330]

Same compression ratio as the GT350... and this is why it's making so much power at the top end and also why it sounds like thunder with the factory exhaust :)

[@Slickpete83]

what's the price to replace the OEM digital cluster screen , just wait until it breaks it will break your wallet and you will wish you never had it

[@Teddyatlastwobrsincells]

Slickpete83 that's why you get extended warranty

[@Steve-yr5vi]

You're not going to get one anyway, what's the point of the question?

[@smilebro100]

listen here pete not everyone here is broke

[@fread51]

LMFAO get a better job dumb ass and stop being so negative

[@daltonv5206]

I'll never understand that kind of thinking. This isn't the 1980's where electronics in cars are terribly unreliable.

[@noslennivek77]

How does the exhaust sound on a non-active exhaust car? What mode is the standard exhaust comparable to?

[@joncon4177]

Tires are bald lol.

[@americanmuscle]

I may or may not have been playing with the line lock earlier... ;) - Adam

[@dougfa3515]

Haha!

[@giannitoni1348]

Mustang Rocks 🇺🇸💪

[@ancientsnox5093]

Performance is great but for god sake what’s with that ugly AF design all around seriously! You put all that goodness into a 2014 body then I’m sold. By ugly I mean the exterior.

[@buyusgoods]

That is one ugly ass car..10-14 model was excellent. Beside the 16-18 GT350, I'm staying with the 10-14 year or older model cars. Ford has lose there mind. They are focusing on overseas sell while throwing us under the bus.

[@Ncloud]

The 15-18 looks really good idk what you're talking about.

[@Kingeptacon]

Donny, you're out of your element! This current gen looks better than any Mustang in the last 30 years.

[@Harry-qz1rw]

Ugly? Please - if you want to see ugly, go to www.chevrolet.com/performance/camaro-sports-car - GM really knows how to screw up what once was a great car.

[@Harry-qz1rw]

No idea what you're looking at. The '14 front styling is good, but the '15-'18 front and rear is much closer to the classic looks of the '68. Not the straight lines of the '68 because 50 years later the aerodynamics of the new car is too important to omit.

[@marinoint]

I really want to know if the updated Mustang still perform poorly at the EuroNCAP.

[@salferaih1984]

The Mustang died in 2014 . s197 was the last Coyote . these new ones is European DNA. so no thanks

[@buyusgoods]

I agree....This is nothing but FORD marketing and selling cars overseas...They took parts from the 16-18 GT350 for the 18 GT to make the overseas customers happy and threw all the american GT350 under the bus. Done buying Ford cars period.

[@richardharris4061]

Y’all are both idiots

[@european1114]

salferaih1984 so happy that they going European way with design. American way so UGLY!!!!!!!!! They should hire European designers for all American car makers!!!!!!!!!

[@nathant2414]

You guys have a red premium pp with the 6 speed. LMR has a blue base pp with the 10speed. So far y'all have gone into more detail with it. Should be interesting to see you two companies have a shootout with your builds

[@exile9237]

Front end looks like shit

[@DanCuban]

Not a fan of the new 2018s but I like the fact that the GTs come standard with quad tips. And those extra horses aren't bad either

[@johnnygarcia7269]

Mustangs keep Getting uglier

[@Ford_Raptor_R_720hp_V8]

Hispanics drive Hondas

[@thebritish910]

Excellent review, very useful details shared and well presented, good job!

[@larrysmith6797]

Remember when only baddasses and criminals had tattoos? Hope beta-boy got an ink discount for those skinny arms.

[@americanmuscle]

Damn, shots fired huh? I'd hand you an L but it looks like your profile pics got you covered. JK but seriously, tell us how ya really feel. - Adam

[@DevOtionSynthax]

AmericanMuscle.com lmao 😂😭💀

[@rvpdabest07]

AmericanMuscle.com Damn burned a hole right through him Adam! Lol

[@mikeg8224]

Why do people care so much about how other people look dress or meddle with! Il never understand the hatred...

[@feroz3854]

💀💀👀 oh nooooo 😂😂

[@bardstables8909]

My favorite mustang to date. This car is gorgeous!

[@cidhomerimperialpneulemen2107]

damn, i love the interior in that. And that active exhaust and Magna suspension? FTW!!

[@michaelbond569]

I've definitely made my decision after watching this video. I'm getting one of these

[@drewdalesandro672]

Wait until you install a Ford Racing X then check the different exhaust modes. That should sound really nice.

[@bradleyehrhardt2259]

I drove a 2017 premium with the four banger turbo. Quicker than I expected, but sounded terrible. Very uninspiring. Also hated the cosole mounted switch gear, both function and location. The car also had a very strange popping noise from the passenger dash area. I really don't understand the hipe.