2024 Mustang GT First Driving Impressions: 1,100-mile Road Trip from Ohio to Texas

It isn't everyday that you get to drive a brand new car 1,000+ miles across the country. Where most car reviews fall short is that the person giving the review only has the car for a very short period of time and doesn't do any "real" driving. That's not the case in this video.
LMR just recently purchased a brand new 2024 Mustang GT in Atlas Blue from Lebanon Ford in Lebanon, Ohio. It was kind of like deja vu all over again. We did this exact same thing in late 2017 whenever the 2018 Mustangs were hitting dealer lots. Crazy enough, that car was blue, too!
Although there is a lot of stuff to talk about, Landan bullet points a few things during the 1,100-mile road trip from Ohio to Texas.
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[@B49nope]

This is the actual customer review that's truthful.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you! That's what we were going for!

[@rr122608]

I can’t wait to see the 2024 interior on a foxbody. 😅❤

[@5ohJ]

😂🥴

[@latemodelrestoration]

Ha! Someone out there will figure it out. -Landan

[@JesseAndMike]

Nice! The 2024 mustang looks awesome! Can't wait to drive it!

[@5ohJ]

😂

[@5ohJ]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee this car is a dud. Slower than gen 3. Plus the 2 iPads on the dash is aids to the 👀s

[@FoxcastMedia]

Awesome video, car looks amazing!

[@96lapiscoupe1]

Great review. Can’t wait to get in one.

[@mikebutler8043]

Thanks for the ride and review 👍

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks for coming with us! Glad you enjoyed!

[@davidhwang3064]

Amazing Video waiting on mine

[@ctgentertainmentinc7509]

Great review indeed needed to hear some real factors about the vehicle I'm getting one now

[@latemodelrestoration]

Glad you enjoyed it! We're glad that we could help with convincing you to buy one!

[@paulhudgins5120]

Very nice, must of been a awesome road trip, I'm with you, 315 gears is not enough, more trhan likely for gas mileage purposes, but a very cool car. Can't wait to see what is in store for it!!

[@nicthomas4402]

Crazy, lived 10 minutes from there. Love the car! Mustangs are so damn beautiful

[@Dyablo254]

Im so glad to have this guys local to me

[@edwardberwind8544]

Landon thanks for the review. I'll be turning 80 next month and I just received word that my 24 GT Premium was shipped to my dealer. A great and honest review I'' just chill out here waiting for the phone call.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks for the great feedback! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Congratulations on your 2024 Mustang! -Landan

[@kevingreen7664]

Damn it man. Can't wait to get mine. Shipped on 8/23 to Florida. Scheduled for delivery between 9/5 & 9/18. My dealer is showing that it's scheduled by the 14th. Getting as giddy as a little kid before Christmas. (VaporBlue GT Premium, 401A, Nite Pony, and 10spd auto.)

[@CobraChipper]

Good looking car. Great color choice.

[@bravosix347]

That’s actually funny I saw when their guy made the OG personalized review with this exact car last week after delivery of it.

[@doughowdy7009]

I'm a Chevy guy but I have to admit, this is a sharp looking vehicle. Well done Ford. Love the blue

[@flaxseedoil1000]

My fox body instrument cluster is 100% analog. 1986 Oxford White SVO. $15K new back in the day. Congrats!

[@Thecasualgamer-pp5wc]

Cant wait to see it on the dyno, i seen another shop get 405 to the tire outta an automatic one!

[@josephf593]

They already posted a dyno video on the car.

[@latemodelrestoration]

We dynoed ours! Check out the full video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6GpqZWkhat7gacsi=WShwbHX2f2BO_6H2

[@bullittboost6046]

That’s one of the most important improvements nice rear caliper

[@latemodelrestoration]

The rear caliper makes a huge difference in looks and performance. Major W for Ford on that part!

[@jimthompson717]

Great review by someone who knows his stuff.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks for watching the video and for the kind words! -Landan

[@JerZeyFiveOh]

Nice breakdown, I can't wait for the dyno pull on the 10R80 variant, so far they're making like close to 400rwhp.

[@latemodelrestoration]

We've got out dyno results on our channel! Check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6GpqZWkhat7gacsi=WShwbHX2f2BO_6H2

[@fredwilliams7893]

S550 still looks so good today! not yet sold on the new look!

[@iBroly]

Dont worry people hated the S550 when it first came out.

[@fredwilliams7893]

@iBroly yea I agree! mayby it will grow on me!

[@kevinmckinley7378]

It’s very similar to the s550 from 15-17. If you liked those then you should like this lol. But I absolutely hate the big screens in this car now. It’s just way to much shit to tear up and go wrong. Just expensive shit that’s completely unnecessary.

[@latemodelrestoration]

We will never get tired of the S550 looks. But this is a good refresh to see. Once you see them more, we guarantee your perspective on the car will change! 🙌

[@DWH300]

​@@kevinmckinley7378Do you own a large HDTV? I'm guessing you do. We buy them because it's a better way of viewing sports or movies. I never have the thought. This Shit is just something that's going to break. What about your cell phone. Do you own a larger screen android or apple. Most consumers want the bigger phones especially when used in business. The digital screen in the new S650 Mustang was developed by a video game company it provides amazing viewing and features. Why do I doubt you've actually seen the interior of a S650 GT interior in person or viewed the function of this screen and it's technology. In professional automotive racing. Cars have replaced the analog screens with digital screens due to improved accuracy. Drivers can also view the digital screens easier than an analog gauge at high speeds plus they're more accurate. Every electronic item we purchase could break in a few weeks, months or years. It you think that way. Purchase a cheap cell phone. An old vacuum tube TV if you can find one. I'll take the technology and enjoy it's features.

[@rxibot]

Ford: Do not drive highway miles or go above 4k RPM to break in the Mustang. These guys: Derp

[@latemodelrestoration]

It is what it is 🤷‍♂

[@NealTeresa157]

I had a 2014 Mustang GT now I want this 2024! Beautiful car!!! ❤ 10:01

[@QuinnLIFTS]

Be the first one to race a 3.15 gear 10r80 gen 3. We all want the comparison!

[@latemodelrestoration]

That's definitely a possibility! -Landan

[@rr122608]

I really want one. ❤

[@latemodelrestoration]

Do it! You'll love it!

[@danielmarcin8983]

Got a Dark Horse Premium on order with handling pkg. It has the 3.55 LS. With 10 spd. Auto. There is no build date yet and with strike looming, who knows when I'll get it? 😢 Thanks for the video and have fon with your GT.

[@717Chris]

I took a simalilar trip but i drove my hellcat to florida 18 hrs and traded it for a redeye. Drove 18 hours back me and my pops took turns sleeping and driving.

[@williammustang5328]

Nice 👍👍

[@josephf593]

Don't forget to add a performance tune! 😂 Just picking with ya, beautiful new GT The more I see them , the more I dig it. Can't wait to see what you guys do with her.

[@riseupstudios12]

Way cool

[@50shadyy39]

@7:03 How could you tell which ones were performance package? New to Mustangs and trying to catch up. Great video!

[@latemodelrestoration]

On a new car, the wheels are the quickest identifier to determine if the car has the performance package. The Performance Package is in option someone can add when they order the car. You can see what the package includes by going to Ford's website and building a Mustang. -Landan

[@pheonixfps9248]

I have the SAME yellow s550, a f ypu built yours how i want mine. I absolutely fucking love it.

[@latemodelrestoration]

It's one of our personal favorites here at the shop! It's the GT500 spoiler and hood that really sets it off!

[@kennethrine8171]

Apparently BEAUTIFUL

[@alexcerezo11]

Let's go!

[@fasttac92]

I have a 21 S550 GT with the 6 speed manual and 301a pkg. To me the all-digital dash is neat, but I definitely am used to the 8" screen in the middle. I don't think there is enough to make me want to upgrade. The only thing I wish I had was the 18-23 digital dash and I also prefer the screen down lower.

[@717Chris]

I didnt realize how much it looks more like a refresh rather than a whole new body. Especially the interior other than the digital dash. Still nice.

[@rxibot]

I would agree with you except that you're completely wrong. No double bubble, completely different setup for the events for air conditioning and heat. But yeah you're absolutely wrong to say that it's the same interior. You have to be absolutely ignorant to see something from the old one that isn't there anymore.

[@717Chris]

@@rxibot the center console is exactly the same. The front and back look the same just refreshed. The general layout of the Inside looks similar with things moved around to work with the new screens which are all new. Ppl can have opinions... Woosah bro. The fox body and 2004 look like more like a body change 2004 and 2014 same The 2014 and 2015 same. 2022 and 2023 look like refresh at least to me its not a bad thing don't get offended.

[@rxibot]

@@717Chris not upset at all just pointing out what you're missing. The double bubble has been there forever in the fact that everything is changed except what you call the center console is pretty good and new. No more analog which is kind of disappointing but in today's day and age of newfangled electronics, kind of happy with where Ford went.

[@alexvaldez7317]

Niceeee vid mane

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks! -Landan

[@sahilpatel2899]

You should have covered the ambient lighting in this video when you were driving at night. Bcz people says they removed lighting in cup holder😢

[@latemodelrestoration]

DAMN, I completely forgot to film that lol. To save you the research, yes, Ford did remove the lighting from the cupholders. But there is still ambient lighting under the dash and in the door handles. - Jude Horstman - Social Media Specialist

[@RJon2006]

I need to see one in person. Not a huge fan of all the tech. I prefer analog but I’m sure it’s nice. Obviously, it needs boost.

[@latemodelrestoration]

I thought the same about the tech. It's nice to have a few bells and whistles this day and age. -Landan

[@shortstackgarage2063]

The mode changes on the steering wheel and one touch cruise are a great addition. How quick are you able to change exhaust modes? One thing I wish ford would have done with the active exhaust cars is add a toggle to switch exhaust modes.

[@latemodelrestoration]

There is a toggle below the second screen to change the exhaust mode on the fly. If you have it set in race mode, you can tap a button and go to quiet instantly. Press it again to open it back up to the mode you were just in.

[@shortstackgarage2063]

@@latemodelrestoration That’s awesome! I’m glad they made it more user friendly. I’m still on the fence about the S650 interior, mainly because of the screens and losing the humps. But, it’s a good looking car for sure!

[@latemodelrestoration]

@@shortstackgarage2063 Once you get the chance to drive one, you'll forget about the previous generation design. This new one is great!

[@governmentcalamari9785]

I truly wish a analog option was offered. The floating tv cluster isn’t my forte and within I’d say 4-5 years is going to look horribly dated. Don’t get my wrong depending on how the “gen 4” performs. I’ll most likely be ordering a premium pack with 3.73. Their still an amazingly well priced car for what you can option them out with. Was planning on ordering a 2024 ss but, the likely hood I’ll be able to get an allocation near the end of the cut off date is more then likely never gonna happen.

[@Manitowoc-cb3fg]

Lol what a clown, and analog cluster isn’t dated ? 😂 this is new technology bub get used to it

[@LMBC6Brian]

Shame about tuning not available right away. That was nice about the gen3 S550. Day one tuning with HP Tuners. This is going to be YEARS.

[@lavaughnwilliamson1995]

The back quarters look a lot like the 69-70, My 71 Mustang even has a similar look just not as pronounced. Looks to me they went back and looked at the old cars when they were designing the rear quarters. I love it waiting to see a vapor blue in person before I order one, some photos look awesome some I don't like, if not I will order a white one with a manual trans and 3.73.

[@kel50pp]

Hey LMR I recently got a 2022 S550 convertible with the 10R80 and 3.15 gears. If I do the basic mods with those gears, I should have a strong top end pull and decent gas mileage correct?

[@latemodelrestoration]

Correct! There shouldn't be a huge difference between these year models and fuel economy.

[@Scattman101]

Any tips for breaking in the S650 on a longer road trip? I was planning on breaking mine in easy, but I'm going on an 8 hour round-trip in October, and might not be able to hit 1k miles before then. Hopefully I'll be able to get at least 500 miles in it, but that all depends on if the car comes in sometime in the next couple weeks. I got an automatic GT Premium with the performance pack.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Just keep the "spirited" driving to a minimum. Don't hit redline all the time and you'll be okay!

[@CarlosFlores-xf2sn]

I feel like i saw that car on a fb group post that got sold maybe a week or two ago

[@latemodelrestoration]

This car could be the one that you saw. We purchased it from Lebanon Ford in Lebanon, Ohio. -Landan

[@macfastang2010]

My favorite non-shelby GT is the 2015-17 GT with no radar cruise. The 2018-23 has a horrible front end. I’ll take the S650 front end over the 18-23 any day of the week. I had 2010 and 2017 GTs and sold them ( got married and have 2 kids) but one day I will own them again. I probably won’t come back to a new mustang unless they go back to retro design.

[@nemesis_zl1180]

With the fox body cluster can u change the colours from green to somethin else or it stuck on green?

[@latemodelrestoration]

After messing around with the cluster stuff for a little while, I didn't see an option to change the color. -Landan

[@wl6279]

dang the rental car places got them already lol cool oh okay Lebanon Ford dealership. Well that's good to know get the right gears in the rearend 3:55

[@rldeppe1]

I bought my mach 1 from Lebanon Ford. I live in Ohio.

[@andrewward4246]

screen protech for the cluster and infotainment if they make one yet, no finger prints and it protects it.

[@decanes4218]

Bought my 2020 Gt same place easy to work with, boosted mine after 2 months hope you do the same

[@nissanbrown6144]

315s are long gears and for gas mileage

[@bira896]

Why all the way from Lebanon, OH?

[@latemodelrestoration]

This was the first car that popped up, and we've done business with Lebanon Ford before. -Landan

[@dreday2049]

Soo the performance is just like the S550? Would a 3.55 gear make a difference?

[@latemodelrestoration]

Yes, a 3.55 gear would make a difference. -Landan

[@DaDon_krazy]

Lil Wayne on the dash 😎

[@latemodelrestoration]

Finally someone saw it 🤝

[@franw51]

Why did they do dual intakes? What was the benefit

[@latemodelrestoration]

More "efficiency" according to Ford.There is also the marketing aspect as well. To a lot of people, that's a "wow" factor. -Landan

[@jackflash6377]

My favorite color. The first car I bought was that color (1977 4x4 truck). 3:15 rear gear? That's granny territory. I assume that is on the list of "upgrades".

[@schellingrs]

What does the other rear axle gear ratio does for the mustang?

[@latemodelrestoration]

3.55s with the 10R80 is the way to go. -Landan

[@VictorSanchez-kp9nt]

I'll take it with the gears that are in it and the stock wheels because I'm over dark colored wheels. And the price of gas these days......FJB......

[@justinwallace9045]

They're growing on me the more I see them IRL. I do wish the Fox dash display was a "little" more accurate but it's not a deal breaker by any means. I'm just glad they included it.

[@latemodelrestoration]

There are some things that are missing from the Fox Body display. No, it's not identical (or else the engine would overheat when you turn on the headlights or the bouncy needle feature lol) but it is a very good representation of the Fox Body. It's a great feature that we love to use!

[@Tegridynews]

How do you guys feel about a 91 LSC dash in a new mustangs

[@latemodelrestoration]

I don't know. It would probably be pretty terrible. -Landan

[@Tegridynews]

@@latemodelrestoration sounds like you're confused. Google 91 Lincoln LSC dash.

[@latemodelrestoration]

@@Tegridynews I'm not confused. You asked how we felt about that particular dash, and I replied with, "I don't know. It would probably be pretty terrible." -Landan

[@robelliott3049]

I can’t believe it’s been a year since they revealed the S650

[@latemodelrestoration]

I thought the same thing. Time flies! -Landan

[@EricJones-yi5uy]

From what I've heard , Ford has the new Mustangs locked to around 80% until you get to 500 miles for vehicle health.

[@latemodelrestoration]

This is the only thing mentioned in the manual about a break-in: "Your vehicle requires a break-in period. For the first 1,000 mi (1,600 km), avoid driving at high speeds, heavy braking, aggressive shifting or using your vehicle to tow. During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics." At the end of the day, who knows. After we put some miles on our car, it did "feel" different, but that could my mind playing tricks on me. -Landan

[@EricJones-yi5uy]

@@latemodelrestoration Ok, I was misinformed from an earlier vid I watched. So it's the same as the previous model's manual.

[@oldschool6268]

I imagine the 315 gear is there to meet EPA gas standards, your other video with dyno is impressive, I'm a chevy guy on performance but good job ford on keeping the V8 alive and well ! 👍

[@utahcountypicazospage5412]

mafs and map was used please find out why and let us know 3900 pounds is to heavy what happened to power to weight

[@latemodelrestoration]

I'd like to know myself. There is some info floating around on the Internet, but it's mostly just opinions. -Landan

[@93ksj]

I don’t see anyone getting MT82’s

[@jdkelly5448]

GOD DAMNNNNNNNN BRO IS MY HEIGHT😮. So tall people like us can fit in sports cars😅

[@bkehlin]

Sounds awesome, but looks awful. And why is the steering wheel center so freakin big?

[@PraiseYAyoupeople]

why automatic ?

[@GoGoggansGo]

They probably bought whatever came in first that wasn’t sold lol

[@davidryder5082]

​@@GoGoggansGomy mt 82 was junk. The ten speed never failed me.

[@Jam24711]

Because it's better?

[@fredwilliams7893]

Lmao MT82 junk? yet mine has 62k hard miles and zero issues! Automatic sucks! Amateurs choice!

[@davidryder5082]

@@fredwilliams7893 yep I'm an amateur. Thanks. Mine fucked up before 1000 miles. Thanks again non amateur

[@Gmny1MOA]

6ft 3 160lbs? Gahtdang man I bet you can run fast af lol...i a'm 5'8 and 170 and I need to be 155 again

[@latemodelrestoration]

I'm 32 years old. I haven't been fast since I graduated high school. Haha! -Landan

[@imlost530]

Ford juggin and finessin

[@safeashkar5908]

So is dodge

[@arizonacolour8793]

"interior feels updated" 🥴🥴🥴 new model year, i wonder why?? 🤔 Hmmm

[@HPX584]

shouldve got performance pack

[@latemodelrestoration]

We couln't find one for sale. This was the highest package that we could find that wasn't already ordered by a customer.

[@ThaSilentOne420]

Bet this was expensive

[@C-Bofit]

I rather take your yellow s550

[@lensalvo6105]

And how much is it ? Real world prices, and is there a dealership “price adjustment “ ? I’m guessing sticker somewhere in the 45k range. I’m wondering what the markup will be. 50% ? So, any guesses ?

[@jobothehobotv]

most dealers are 0 markup, his model is every bit of 55k+ with the packages he chose, base gt level is 44k, his is a premium, has active exhaust, 401a, so probably at least 55k

[@thomas5040]

Think he said they have a 400A…

[@lensalvo6105]

@@jobothehobotv last time I was at a dealership, it was in 2012. I was looking at a Boss 302, and the list price was 39,999. Dealer adjustment was 20k. So, I didn’t buy it. Last year, was looking at the Maverick, again, a 10k dealer adjustment. So, no Maverick for me. If you want to pay the markup, feel free. I would rather not.

[@jobothehobotv]

There are no markups for mustang gt's at 99% of the dealerships ive contaced. some are even below msrp.@@lensalvo6105

[@AsManThinketh]

All i see is constant electronic issues

[@victomaru]

1

[@nissanbrown6144]

I still rather take s550 over this camaro mustang

[@fredwilliams7893]

Agree aswell!

[@ojwhittle4960]

Big Weezy fans I see 👌🏽

[@latemodelrestoration]

I dialed up my 2011 playlist. Lol! -Landan

[@lsjionredlinesupercharged2049]

I’m sorry the fox body and mustang 2 are the worst mustangs by every measure every way 😂😂😂 but to each there own.

[@latemodelrestoration]

ok lol

[@user-gr7hk9pc6d]

1✌🏻

[@jobothehobotv]

Just can't understand why anyone would buy the auto...

[@Jimmyxsx]

Because they are fast af.

[@VerryJerry90]

And convenient

[@fredwilliams7893]

Amateur drivers driving aid! 😂

[@jobothehobotv]

@@Jimmyxsx they really arent. couple tenths of a second faster times than manual. Not worth being a chump

[@Jimmyxsx]

@@jobothehobotv a couple of tenths? lol just go ahead and try racing a 10r80 Mustang with a manual Mustang, I guarantee you he’ll put a couple bus lengths on you😂😆

[@JacesOwnWorld]

It’s a $60k Mustang GT. Hard pass…

[@christopherpinto884]

Automatic 🤦‍♂️

[@ClickbaitMotorsports]

Boy, look at that Camaro rear and Accord front. I think Ford outsourced the design to another country.

[@latemodelrestoration]

We don't see what you're talking about but okayyyyyy

[@hialeahhigh]

Meh, they could've done a lot better honestly

[@truckercowboyed2638]

You could quit crying and complaining honestly....

[@hialeahhigh]

@@truckercowboyed2638 why get so triggered? Did i hurt your feelings by just stating my opinion??? Awww i am sorry sweet heart!! Didn't know a simple opinion could cause your hemorrhoids to swell up

[@devengudinas1649]

Auto 🤦‍♂️

[@QuezlySnipes]

WHY AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION?????🤦🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤷🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Why does it matter to you,it's not your money..

[@latemodelrestoration]

This is what was available at the time of purchase. -Landan

[@5ohJ]

Admit it,the car is a pile. 2 iPads for a dash, gen 3 Dyno numbers in a heavier car plus the car looks like absolute cheap trash.

[@latemodelrestoration]

The infotainment system is pretty cool. I had my doubts, but after sifting through it, I like it. To each their own, though. -Landan

[@chrisx2015]

Sorry 🤮