2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1: Its Most Important Secret Explained

2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1
You're along for the ride with me as I test the Ford Mustang Mach 1 on the highways and backroads of Northern and Central Ontario. After 1,700 kilometers at the wheel, I'm able to share this car's biggest secrets with potential Mustang Mach 1 drivers.
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[@smmonez]

I've had my Mach 1 now for just about 2 months and its my daily driver. I am really enjoying how Ford made the car easy to drive every day and then if I want to up the performance and handling a couple of toggles and I'm off. Great job reviewing the car.

[@mikehawk120]

My dad as well. Bring my 9yo to school every morning, no probs.

[@TripedalTroductions]

I'm not a muscle car or pony car guy. In fact, coming from JDM, I've had a slight hatred for muscle cars and the muscle car community, but this particular car checks all of the boxes for me. In my opinion it's impossible to not like this car. In fact, even with the GR Corolla, 2023 Nissan Z, manual Supra, this is the car is the car that I want despite that it's a complete 180 for me. Mustangs have been a dime a dozen in my eyes in the past but the GT350R and this car, are truly special.

[@SPSteve]

I'm considering a 2022 Mach1 with Handling Package and 6 speed. I had a 2016 Track Package Shelby GT350 that I hated and a 2018 GT Performance Package 1 that I loved. This car seems to strike a nice balance with the Tremec, Magnaride and coolers from the Shelby and the better ride, nicer interior and more street friendly and reliable Coyote 5.0. I'm 65 years old and the Mach1 would be my daily driver so it has to be easy to live with in normal daily driving.

[@darrencarriere4478]

Justin is the next big thing in Canadian automotive journalism! Always great reviews

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks Darren!!!

[@5_mpg_fe_]

You did a great job dude. Your references, alliteration, and comparison concepts were all spot on. I enjoyed the entire video.

[@JustinPritchard]

Thank you, I'm super glad you enjoyed it and comments like that definitely make my day! Cheers from North Ontario!

[@jmorefit1]

This is a very high quality video my man! Excellent work!

[@kevinschole8701]

This is your best review of anything ever. Great job!

[@JustinPritchard]

Thank you for your glowing review of my review Kevin, I'll have more coming soon!

[@artagain8977]

I came out of the gym the other morning and parked next to my Camaro SS 1LE was one of these. What a great shot Camaro versus mustang this is a super car yet I still love my 1LE , but this is one car I would definitely buy if I had to do it all over again. I’m a Camaro fan at heart but I also bought a new a 1985 Mustang GT way back when.

[@victoriancasinoredhillsco9494]

Great review. Mach 1 is an amazing machine on so many levels.

[@ellerslieonwillcyrus]

Very nicely presented, nice shots and well written. I’m looking forward to seeing more.

[@JustinPritchard]

Stay tuned, lots to come !

[@TrickShiftGarage]

Great review man. Also, good comparison between the Viper and Mach 1. Gives us viewers a better understanding on how much more practical the Mustang is...even if we would still love to have a Viper lol. Good video 👍

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks, and you are exactly right!

[@chrisn3623]

This video was the main convincing reason I have purchased this exact car! It arrives this Friday and can’t wait. Thanks for the video

[@vladthegladiator]

Great video I will use it as a motivation !

[@2bitcollector707]

Great review, like the down to earth approach.

[@richardspeer2233]

Excellent review. Exactly my thoughts as well, which is probably why I bought this Eruption Green Mach1 a couple months back. So comfortable and exhilarating to drive!

[@paintyoursky]

Great review!!!

[@artagain8977]

I’m so with you on your viper experience wIth my 1LE; it’s a pain in the ass to own and take/drive sometimes. That’s probably a lot to do with my ocd.

[@jgarcia1986160]

Just discovered this channel and subscribed. Great review

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks very much! Cheers from snowy Sudbury!

[@draco2xx]

traded my 2018 gt for jet grey, im impressed its very responsive, very beefy. love the exhaust, its like the mustang ive always wanted. just wished they bump up the hp to at least 505hp but ovr still a phenomenal car

[@daviduline8700]

I did too at first but I’ve driven the gt350 quite a bit and my Mach 1 feels faster in track mode with traction control off. Maybe it’s the torque. Also you don’t get all those horrible voodoo problems they’ve been having .

[@JCTiggs1]

Did you get the manual? Just curious how much better it is vs the MT82. In Canada the Mach 1 is $15k more after taxes than a discounted new GT PP1 with MagneRide so it's hard for me to justify that added cost. And that's just for the 600A package and base wheels. With the 700A and handling pkg it's $20k+ after taxes. 🤔💵

[@draco2xx]

@@JCTiggs1 yes i got it in manual, u can get the after market parts for the handling package instead of wasting money ordering the handling package from ford

[@JCTiggs1]

@@draco2xx Would you say the Tremec transmission is a big step up from the Getreg MT82 in the GT?

[@draco2xx]

@@JCTiggs1 hell yes, tremec feels very good. mt82 felt cheap, always trembles as if the gear box going to explode at any min, sometimes ill try and put it in 2nd gear but it wont go in sometimes

[@aongch]

Nice details, Great review! Have you compared these details against the SS 1LE? This is still my choice, aside from the earlier model PP2 option, but with the Getrag, more finicky on shifts.

[@artagain8977]

Dude, loved this vid, your style, so I Subscripting.

[@giveyouashot]

Awesome review buddy! I love how you compared it to the viper and everyday practicality and fun comparison. I would seriously look at the Mach 1 to buy. Yep... it s part bin car but I am totally fine with that. I may take think about taking the stickers off to give it a more sleeper look.

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks, yup good call... blacked right out for me would look sick!!

[@giveyouashot]

@@JustinPritchard So you saying you would prefer a black without the decals? More than the fighter jet grey?

[@soriamidi794]

great review

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks, glad you liked!

[@babmullins]

Love my Mach 1, and I love the tag on your Viper🇺🇸

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks, I love it as well ❤️

[@jeremywilloughby3712]

I love my mach 1 I had the choice between 2 different ones. One with the upgraded wheels and spoiler with the Badr model seats, or the one with the nice Recaro buckets and base wheels and low level spoiler. I went with the seats

[@albr6770]

WOULD LOVE TO GET A MACH 1! I have a 2020 GT, 8 months on the road, 7,800 miles. Love this car!

[@scottnewellguitar]

The Mach 1 is awesome. Couldn't afford one but I did buy a '21 GT w/Performance Pack. Pretty close.

[@shivankIsHere]

Hey Scott, did you get the MagneRide too? Collecting some feedback for my ‘22.

[@Fortunes.Fool.]

This is a really in depth and practical review. I'm torn right now between a base Mach 1 or GT, this almost seems worth the $4k difference.

[@ljsites]

Definitely spend the extra $4,000 . You’ll get immediate payoff in your driving experience, and it will definitely payoff in the future value.

[@SquireSCA]

Almost bought one last week, but the Recaro seats were horribly uncomfortable... Just didn't fit my large frame, so I went with a GT Fastback with Performance Package instead.

[@ocasio3024]

Nice review. Going to look at one tomorrow

[@arminderrattu5333]

Love the license.. Murica

[@chaddaniel5796]

Excellent review! I think the Mach 1 6-spd without the performance pack but just the upgraded wheels would be perfect setup for most people, including myself. Looks great, I'd never track it anyway (no tracks near here), so this combo would be a fantastic every day driver and wouldn't have the anxiety that comes with the front splitter!

[@OtisSpringerpilot]

The Mach 1 you describe is exactly the one I bought a week ago! And you are CORRECT, I have a non-handling package car (what Canada calls the Performance Pak) but it DID come with optional wheels that are black 10spoke just like the Handling Pack (except not as wide); I will never track the car, so the result is a car i LOVE to have on the road, smooth riding, powerful, magnaride is amazing!, ...and it doesnt have the low low front splitter or giant rear wing. Just a beautiful Mach 1 Premium, Dark Matter Gray, 6-speed manual (and unique wheels for 2023 - 275R and 255F)

[@MustangNthusiest]

I've seen many 1/4 mile times with the Mach1, but none with the manual transmission, do you have a Dragy or taken to a track yet? I'd love to see how it does

[@gordydexter2615]

Great video!!! I like how you compared it to your Viper. I am planning on getting the new S650 Dark Horse Mustang next year when it comes out. It will be a slight step up above the Mach 1.

[@jebwatson]

Cool review. As an aside, "Murica" might be the greatest license plate for a dodge viper of all time.

[@3257bm]

Good video

[@chrispritchard1035]

Well done son!👍🏼👍🏼❤️

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks dad!

[@nordic04]

Awesome review! How would you compare the Mach to the gt350? Is the Mach a better all around drivers car? Which would you take on a road trip?

[@JustinPritchard]

Thanks! To me, for the dollar, I would be going with the Mach 1. I think you're just having more fun more of the time when you're driving on the street or highway. You can go through a few gear shifts without getting a speeding ticket. It's not as powerful but more accessible more of the time. If you were doing some weekend lapping, as a novice, both cars would be relatively approachable but the Shelby gives you more hardware to grow into. It's been a while since I've driven that Shelby, though I can't recall any complaints on the highway, relative to the type of car it is. I can tell you for sure the Mach 1 is ready for a highway road trip, it can be loud and stiff, or quiet and comfortable, relatively speaking. Hope that helps you line the two up against your tastes!

[@themiddleclasstaxslave651]

I “might” trade my boss in for this … might

[@jamesgilliland8551]

Love this car! Best feature: the fact that the splitter will prevent you from going to "TIMMIE'S"

[@artagain8977]

Wtf, “driving around in track mode can get us in trouble”

[@JustinPritchard]

Noise pollution ticket!

[@JCTiggs1]

Ford really screwed up the Mach 1 pricing here in Canada. There is a $14k MSRP difference between an equally equipped GT 301A with PP1 and MagneRide ($54,200) vs a base Mach 1 600A ($68,100) without the handling pack. And that's before taxes or the additional discounts that you can get on a GT. No wonder they are all still sitting on the lots up here. For comparison, in the US the same MSRP price difference from an equally equipped GT 301A/401A to a Mach 1 600A/700A is only $4k-$5k 🤔

[@rembo183]

As an owner of a 2019 Bullitt, I’m curious as to how you would you compare that car to this one. They seem very similar except for the Tremec manual and cosmetics. I guess there are some differences because of added cooling and aero parts, as well as cosmetics. I’m just wondering about the overall driving experience. The Bullitt is great in my opinion but I’ve not tested a Mach 1 yet.

[@JustinPritchard]

Bullitt is more tame in the ride / handling, more comfortable on the highway, and less stressful without the low splitter and front suspension noise during parking. Still, Mach 1 is surprisingly easygoing, for a car like that, on the daily. They'll put similar grins on your face, I think the Bullitt is the more well rounded experience.

[@JustinPritchard]

I'd happily take either on a road trip though!!

[@rembo183]

@@JustinPritchard - Thanks!

[@rembo183]

@@JustinPritchard - That makes sense. It’s like a GT350 due to the low front splitter and more aggressive ride. Frankly I love my Bullitt and wouldn’t trade it for a Mach1. To me the only benefits are the Tremec manual or option for an automatic, but those are not reasons for me. The Mach 1 also costs about $15k more on a trade.

[@rembo183]

@@JustinPritchard - Yep I love my Bullitt

[@arkanesh]

That's funny, i own a 2006 SRT10 Viper Coupe and orderd now a 2021 Mach1 and you look like you are my younger brother.

[@JustinPritchard]

There aren't a lot of cars that make me want to get rid of the Viper but there was a little twitch when I drove that Mustang, you know?

[@arkanesh]

That means the Mach1 is not a bad Car at all. But you should keep in mind the Viper gets more worth in a few years. I was thinking about to sell her too, but you will never get a Car like this (especially if you live in a Country like me (Austria)). So i'll buy her new Rims and a new Chamshaft, Headstuff is planned for the next week...... if i have enough time.... that makes her pretty again. and more angry too ;)

[@JustinPritchard]

Very cool, I agree. I don't know if it makes any sense for me to get rid of it either. I honestly don't know what I would replace it with. I love the Mach One but it's not a replacement for a Viper. What do you think of Jaguar f-type??

[@arkanesh]

There is no replacement for displacement ;)

[@davidkrem1669]

You can only change the steering mode in the normal drive mode you cannot!!!! Change it in sport or track mode i have a 2019 pp2 so I know this

[@RobertFalconer1967]

So, identical to the Bullitt, but with some suspension and cooling upgrades, and the Tremec transmission.

[@rembo183]

It’s a more track focused Bullitt, but not as good a daily driver as the Bullitt.

[@bobreno4042]

@@rembo183 no Tremec trans makes the Bullitt a non starter , it’s that much better

[@rembo183]

@@bobreno4042 - Ok but have you driven both and compared them back to back?

[@bobreno4042]

@@rembo183 I’ve driven the GT with the Getrag manual on several occasions and the Camarillo SS with the Tremec as well, please understand I love the understated style, performance and value of the Bullitt, and don’t need the track oriented suspension upgrades of the Mach 1, but the enjoyment of aggressively rowing the gears and rev match downshifts are such an integral part of the driving experience for me personally, it is a big deal, but again I love and respect the Bullitt, Cheers!

[@rembo183]

@@bobreno4042 - I also love the auto rev matching in my Bullitt. The MT82 works great in my Bullitt and I enjoy shifting and using the clutch. I have had absolutely NO PROBLEMS . I’ve never experienced lock out in any gear and never had grinding either. Of course you can occasionally screw up when you are not paying attention and shift sloppy or too fast. I try not to bang my gears fast and shift slowly and the feeling is smooth. My experience with the Tremec is in the GT350. That transmission is more notchy and not as smooth IMO. I don’t track or drag race so maybe that’s why I’m happy with my car. I use it for regular driving only. Just cruise band love it. Power with great sounding engine and very compliant smooth transmission. It’s all subjective and I love driving this car! Plus it’s much cheaper than a GT 350 or Porsche.

[@BMan100]

She's a nice alright, wish I could actually drive it but ergonomics aren't for me. shame as it just sounds so good...

[@tonymcflattie2450]

I only wanted to know how well the auto rev match works. Guess I will go somewhere else

[@boblawson2269]

the auto rev match works perfectly and sounds great

[@ErectkyleDysfunction]

It's friendly but it'll still bite you. Drive these puppies with care. Enjoy your cars 🚗

[@susanmansfield4044]

Recall all 2021 March 1 and for a 3500 dollar up-charge add a shaker hood. if this gets off the ground I want the credit for suggesting it, and all profit Ford generates.

[@davidkrem1669]

Please people it’s called a pony button of a mustang button

[@davidkrem1669]

Not a mustang button

[@manamidrunk8090]

Yeah sure we all “turn off” track exhaust. 😉

[@2012listo]

I had.a '73 mach-1nback in the mid 80's. What a pig!

[@jimpaine7455]

All early 70's Mustangs were pigs.

[@2012listo]

@@jimpaine7455 it's HARAM!

[@elpipofx]

@extra throttle house

[@elpipofx]

Contact them if you’re willing to let them track your car for test

[@Paultricounty]

What no technical stats, 0 to 60, 1/4 mile times. Whaaatttt.

[@JustinPritchard]

If you watch closely, this is a video about how the car drives-- not a video about the numbers from the brochure.

[@MickPsyphon]

I'm not sure what it is about this review, but it made me want the new Mach I *_LESS_* as I watched it. Nothing against the reviewer... it's the car. And I'm a fan of the original Mach I.

[@diamond4829]

It's just ugly, such a fail after the GT350. Worst of all .... DECALS ?

[@richardb.5691]

I'd give my right arm for one of these beauties but then I wouldn't be able to shift 😆😆😆😆

[@hawk4879]

Put the damn exhaust in track mode and suck it up people who don’t like it who gives a damn. This is the USA. Be American!!

[@JustinPritchard]

1) I was being sarcastic 2) This video is 100 percent Canadian 3) I'm not American

[@davidkrem1669]

Please people it’s called a pony button

[@charleneandrew1608]

you forgot the best part.....that it can almost keep up with a scat pack.

[@Stealth_Rider91]

There is no charger or challenger in the world with 2 good drivers that could follow this car through twisty roads. A pushrod V8 4,500 lb boat isn't even in the same world as this car.

[@controversyV4S]

get the 10r80 you aint out shifting it trust me lol

[@zipzap4706]

My 10r80 is the real deal...BUT...there is something lacking and I think it's driver engagement.

[@controversyV4S]

@@zipzap4706 the 10r80 is the real deal! But I do agree with you

[@teemeaux3830]

We do not care

[@Stealth_Rider91]

Just admit it bro, you can't drive a manual. We get it.

[@TushPoint0]

So the big secret is, it's drivable??? WTF man!

[@Spritsailor]

What's with the mask?

[@FlatBedLife717]

The mach 1 is a fully optioned (some forced) GT with a Tremec (which should have been standard!). Of course it's a daily, it's not a GT500.

[@GreenMan-em2jd]

I like mustangs but I don’t like the Mach 1. I think it’s over priced.

[@ThotamasPrime]

It really sucks to be broke ass Mustang GT 3 valve owner With a whopping 220,000 miles on her .....I want a 2015 Coyote Mustang GT Automatic 5.0 but I’m to broke to afford it

[@Z06C5]

Hey Ford. Mach1 convertible. Build it. Former yellow 71 Mach1 owner

[@ricksmith7659]

Face mask while driving... really ! Lol I'm out

[@JustinPritchard]

It's a requirement of my job when the camera operator is in the vehicle. And I like my job. Also, this isn't an airport. Your departure doesn't need to be announced.

[@ricksmith7659]

@@JustinPritchard Lol. That was witty... you should do more of that in your reviews and get a new camera man

[@2blackbikes]

So I have the A10 much, much, better much quicker than the "gayboy" 6 speed

[@gilb8348]

Ford overpriced this trim. You can save more money without sacrificing on horsepower buy purchasing a Scat Pack which has 485 hp. The V8 engines are approaching an end in the next few years. Ford needs to step up their game.

[@johnnyjohnstone9404]

Scatpack, chrysler is busch league. Can't get the car around a corner without major body roll.

[@diamond4829]

I just don't like it. Decals ? It's just ugly. And you have the prettiest one, the other colors with decals is even worse. 🙁

[@mptabeek]

Great review. Especially liked the "real talk" when it comes to owning/driving a sports car (suspension, clearance, vision, etc.) vs. a standard vehicle. My biggest question re: the Mach 1 is whether it can be used as a daily driver, and you answered that - yes, it can.

[@JCTiggs1]

Definitely can be used as a daily. If you have the handling pack though I wouldn't install the additional lower chin spoiler, it's just way too low for normal use driving around parking lots, speed bumps, driveways etc. And the Cup 2 tires throw pebbles up all over the place and are best saved for dedicated track days.