EPISODE 9: Why I bought a MUSTANG GT in the UK

[@Tougesti]

I live in the south of the USA and i see mustangs every day and i don’t really pay attention to them, but just seeing the enthusiasm of you getting one in Europe / United Kingdom really makes you think of the Mustang differently. Congratulations on the purchase

[@s550days]

Thank you!! Yes I can see how they are not particularly special over there, you have v8 engines in your lawnmowers 😆

[@deathby4467]

I think us Americans don’t appreciate the cars we see and have. I daily a 1986 mustang at 16, my dad daily’s an 05 gt mustang. A 2020 must gt lives down the street from me. I see a v8 Camaro and charger pretty much every day. I think Americans need to appreciate the cars we have more.

[@s550days]

In the states you have big roads, cheaper fuel etc. so size and efficiency isn't really a huge factor when it comes to designing cars. Cars here tend to be smaller, efficient and more practical. The Mustang goes against all of that, and so when you have one here it makes it a bit more special. I think if you had a fast Audi in the USA that would probably get more attention.

[@deathby4467]

@@s550days not really, here Audis aren’t common and aren’t seen as cool performance cars. More seen as luxurious cars not many people can afford. I don’t think I have even heard a Audi going down the street with an exhaust. Car guys here aren’t really into Audis. Mostly Mercedes and bmws

[@eurly93]

@@deathby4467 That's because the only audis that are worth owning are the RS3, RS5, and R8 All of which cost $75k+. BMW makes a host of cheap 3 series that can be tuned to 500+ Hp and are dirt cheap to buy second hand

[@shanec8224]

@@deathby4467Audis are really popular in southern California… there’s definitely some fast ones… Cool cars for sure. Just depends what you’re going for…

[@skipbrainless7527]

@@shanec8224 real car guys go for jdm or American muscle. I was a 340i driver myself and I can admit all the euro meets I went to were full of clout chasing fake car guys who didn’t know much besides that parts were cheap for us. I now own a mustang and the price difference in aftermarket parts is crazy 😂 my 340i parts and tune were way cheaper

[@Spike.SpiegeI]

I love how mustangs are special in the UK, a head turner that you don't see every day. They're so common here. Amazing car.

[@s550days]

Yes they seem to be really loved here! A lot of lovely comments from people as you meet them along the way.

[@jordanthompson9676]

Our version of common and fast in the UK is probably the golf R or Audi S3 as they're everywhere. The mustang is an awesome car and we unfortunately don't get the others (Camaro & charger) so it sits in its own unique little category here. In a sea of sensible German performance cars its low rumble and boxy looks really stand out. Sadly we don't get the GT500/GT350 stuff ether but for some reason get the dumb electric one?

[@jamrah8713]

@@jordanthompson9676good news we are actually get the the gt500 super snake in RHD! It’s gonna be expensive as hell starting at 200k I believe We’re also getting the Mustang GTD too but in limited production

[@markclayden7654]

This just makes me happy. As a fellow brit, ive always loved Mustangs since i was a kid, and at the end of last year i treated myself to a 2020 Mustang Bullitt for christmas. Best thing ive ever done. I spend a lot of time in the States and you see them everywhere over there, but here in the UK they're rare and a bit of a novelty, and because its a Bullitt and has no Ford badges, people cant figure out what it is 🤣 Totally understand your feels for this car mate, its a beast and i hope you love it for many years to come.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much Mark. Totally agree with everything you said. I’m still loving every mile.

[@KenSerpico5450]

I special ordered my 2018 GT Mustang here in the USA back during the summer of 2018. It now has 26k miles and even today, everytime I drive it, I feel the same exact way I felt when I drove it off the dealership six years ago.

[@s550days]

That's exactly how I feel with mine after a year of owning it. I'm at 20k miles now, catching up with you!!

[@epa316]

This is exactly why I sold my paid off Ford Fusion hybrid (Mondeo in Europe) and got a new Mustang GT! The writing is on the wall: gas engines are going away. It's been 29 years since my last V-8 Mustang. I told myself; if you want a new V-8 Mustang, it's time to step up. I LOVE the new car, even with the payments and much higher fuel cost! I hope you love yours as well.

[@s550days]

Completely agree with you. Worth every penny (or cent). The future is quiet, electric, 50mph everywhere. This is the time to enjoy the freedom of driving before it’s gone forever.

[@Davido50]

Awesome! Fully agree w/ya both 💯 👍🏻

[@tc71]

Glad you went out and got something that you enjoy. I'm 51 and bought a 2019 Mustang Bullitt with 880 mi (1416 km) last year while I'm still relatively young enough to enjoy it. One of the best decisions I've ever made. It's my daily driver and I've done a few modifications to it. I feel thankful everytime I start it up.

[@s550days]

That’s SO good to hear! Mine is my daily too. The best way! I don’t know how some people only drive it a few hundred miles a year!! Keep enjoying, and maybe see you around one day.

[@TKGxCOD]

Congrats!

[@amb5991]

As an American I enjoy Mustang's, hell, I'd buy one if the right deal came along, but I do take them for granted. Seeing your enthusiasm makes me feel such a sense of joy and even a sense of pride. I feel like America is so often the laughing stock of the world, glad we still make something people globally can aspire to own. Congrats on the sick GT (awesome spec by the way) and I hope you get a million subs. Excellent quality video. Cheers!

[@s550days]

What a nice comment! Thanks so much. There's plenty of people who hate on Mustangs here, especially the EV army, but that makes it even more special for me, it fits nicely into a rebel category. Normal is boring! On the othe hand, you mostly do get nice comments from people of all walks of life. It feels like you are living many people's dream by driving a Mustang.

[@jonathanbardunias1889]

Such a beautiful car! Hope you enjoy it! I have 2 Mustangs, a 97 GT Convertible and a 2013 GT Premium. Mustang had always been my favorite car! It’s so cool to see how special they are to you guys over there in Europe, A nice GT is still a standout car here but we see Mustangs everywhere and Ecoboost models are basically normal cars.

[@s550days]

Ohh very nice! What a luxury to have the option of a convertible! Yes they get a lot of attention here, perhaps more than some super cars.

[@jonathanbardunias1889]

@@s550days wait you don’t get mustang convertibles over there?????? 🤯

[@s550days]

@@jonathanbardunias1889 we do! I just mean it must be nice to own both versions and be able to choose what to take out!

[@Carlo_q9545]

Bit of a Ford fan my self and seeing someone enjoy their dream car was brilliant. Thank you for sharing. Going to watch your other videos.

[@Hellomen666]

"Life for me is a mixture of trying to set yourself up for the future, but also never really losing sight of just how short it can be". Mate this hit hard. We're a similar age and I felt like I was looking at a reflection of myself, but I've not been enjoying the here and now enough. I found my perfect spec mustang a few days ago and I've been so unsure whether to go for it or not. Well, I've just reserved it and I'm gonna go for it. With everything going on in the world, it's time to enjoy the here and now a little more than before. Thanks for the vid man.

[@s550days]

Oh man, that's awesome. So happy for you. The chap I bought my car from has 'always wanted a v8' then he got one at retirement, loved the car and didn't use it. I believe for some people their desire to do stuff, the adventurous spirit if you like, changes as they get older. So, it's all very good waiting until retirement to get the Mustang and live that dream, but the reality is by the time that time comes you might not have the capacity to enjoy it as much as you would enjoy it now, so if you can afford it then I think it's totally worth it. If you're UK based give me a shout if you want to go for a cruise together once you get the car!

[@Hellomen666]

​@@s550days Really good point man, and I did have the same view as yourself only a couple of years ago with other performance cars I've had, where it's very much 'enjoy the moment' but still 'be careful and responsible financially'. One punch after another in general life over these last couple of years though has, I think, overtime weighed me down and caused me to be overly cautious. Even every little purchase can turn in to hours of self-debate (and I do pretty OK for myself!). Time to throw (some) of that caution to the wind and enjoy my early 30s the way I deserve. I am UK based, north-west, and loved your Wales drive and the Lakes - I've done so many drives in the Lakes, Peaks and Wales but it's been years since I've been - so totally up for cruising sometime! Hoping the deal goes through this week, but we'll see!

[@s550days]

Awesome! Absolutely it’s all about being good with money but with a touch of enjoying the fuck out of it 🤣 people will think you’re splashing out and rich, but it’s a mustang that costs the same as most people’s family car if not less, so I don’t think it’s that much of a disaster financially. I am due a trip up North, give me a shout on Instagram!

[@Hellomen666]

@@s550days sweet cheers mate! I've sent you a ping on insta :)

[@whtclk]

Beautiful car and shots!!! I went from a golf to a manual mustang gt as well. 3 years later and I still get excited to drive this car every time

[@s550days]

Haha that’s awesome! The gears in my TDI Golf felt sooo short after driving the Mustang. It’s like a tractor.

[@whtclk]

@@s550days yes haha its a lot easier to get into trouble when top of 3rd for me is 100mph. I'd recommend getting an x-pipe, intake and tune from either Lund Racing or Palm Beach Dyno. the 5.0 really wakes up on the top end with some mods!

[@s550days]

@@whtclk Yes all it takes is a couple of seconds too long on the right foot and you're in deep shit 🤣That's awesome. I'd love to hear how the X-pipe sounds. I got an H-pipe last week and I couldn't believe how much it has transformed the car. Video dropping on that very soon.

[@TJTruth]

I love watching UK mustang videos! the reaction they get when people on the street see them makes me happy, and realize how numb we have become to a good thing in the states. Most people cant be bothered to look up from their phone to enjoy simple things in life.

[@s550days]

Oh it’s the same here, but it’s lovely when the Mustang breaks up that monotony. It always makes everyone’s day and that’s such a gift!

[@Mr351Ford]

Greetings from a fellow Mustang pilot in Australia. Mine is a 2017 GT manual in grabber blue. I love it and will never sell it.

[@s550days]

Thank you and it’s awesome that people all over the world are enjoying these awesome cars 🥳🙏

[@ojkilledmacdre]

That location and those arial shots from the drone are epic. Very nicely done.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much. It's hard work driving and filming, but definitely worth it!

[@andrewwadage]

So much fun to see a right-hand drive Mustang in the UK. I hope you're still loving it. My first car was a '66 Mustang convertible.

[@s550days]

Cheers mate. Definitely still loving it!! Check out the latest video where I drove it on a runway 😁

[@nogroup5861]

Getting a 2nd hand one this summer, when in doubt about it, my ultimate though was: "This is my money. I'm spending it in something I really like." There was, like, freaking 2.0 diesel FWD Mercedes for the same price I paid (same year too). Totally worth it. This car steals the show in Europe.

[@s550days]

That’s awesome!! Yeah I think it’s a lot of car for the money, and it never fails to make you smile when driving 😁

[@quattrocam]

One of the few cars regular folks can buy that makes you feel like a king, first week of owning ours we got recorded in traffic by someone in the car in front, stopped on numerous occassions by people asking what it is and have even been asked if we won the lottery, just so rare in the UK and europe that most people have no idea what it is, smile per mile it's pretty hard to beat

[@s550days]

Yes, I love how affordable it is. It's a lot of car for your money. You are right, every drive makes you feel like a badass.

[@deanhawk7260]

Nice car! Thanks for sharing your story. I have a 2018 GT Kona blue as well with the 6 speed manual. Love it. I’ve owned 3 mustangs, and these S550s are the best. Enjoy!

[@s550days]

That's amazing, exactly the same car! Are you in the US? Yes, for me the S550 hits the sweet spot with enough tech and comfort to make it nice to use as a daily, but enough drama to enjoy driving!

[@MoneyForNothin]

I have a 2006 Ford Mondeo ST220, currently saving to buy a Mustang. I love where you took the flyby videos at 7:18. I drive on those roads alot myself as I'm local and have plenty of vids/pics of it up at Whinlatter! So refreshing to see someone else enjoying the same roads.

[@s550days]

That's so cool! I love the look of those Mondeos, always have done. Haha, amazing. They were cool roads. If I'm ever back that way I'll give you a shout and we can go for a drive.

[@MoneyForNothin]

@@s550days Absolutely, the lake district is easily one of the best places to drive in the UK

[@Sam_Stanton]

Ah mate I love the intro! You’re absolutely right, you gotta build for the future but also appreciate the now! Congrats on the purchase man

[@s550days]

Thanks Sam! Loving every mile even 9 months down the line 😁

[@Sam_Stanton]

Very glad to hear it mate! I'm tempted to pick one up in the next year or so! They seem to be pretty simple for maintenance compared to some alternative's :) @@s550days

[@markpearson9762]

Great video and great car, I collected mine in February this year after waiting 14 months, puts a smile on my face every time I get into it. Amazed at how much attention it gets

[@s550days]

Thanks, Mark! That's amazing. So, like me, you are excited for some nice weather this summer. What one did you go for? It's such a lovely car to drive.

[@markpearson9762]

@@s550days Hi I went for a twister orange 5.0 V8 GT, I love it.

[@s550days]

@@markpearson9762 lovely!!

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Mark Pearson will you trade it for the new mustang dark horse ?

[@markpearson9762]

@@Chris-hw4mq I think I want to hang on to this one

[@louie115]

Greetings from Texas! Mustangs are very frequent here. you see them everywhere. The growl of that engine is priceless! Congrats on your new Mustang!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much! I love Texas. My first Mustang experience was a Dallas-Houston roadtrip in a rental.

[@robweezy]

Congrats! Welcome to Mustang Family. I have a 22 5.0. This is my 5th mustang.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much. Wow - you are a veteran!

[@draghrvacevic8481]

I’m owner of 07 Shelby GT500 and I understand that smile on your face when you drive 👍🥂

[@s550days]

If you know, you know! Just been out in it all day driving mountain roads. Smile still hasn’t faded.

[@ClickbaitMotorsports]

What a great find this Mustang! Great color and spec. 👍 The steering wheel is on the wrong side of the car tho. It's also showing Kilometers instead of Miles, but that's probably a glitch. 🇺🇸😁

[@s550days]

We use miles in the UK, and it's showing miles... as for the steering wheel, yes it is on the wrong side. And they forgot to swap the handbrake too 😂

[@johnr3310]

Beautiful car man, great color, love it.

[@s550days]

Thank you so much!! It’s lovely when it’s clean!

[@daviddavid4962]

I know exactly how you feel dude. I did the same thing. You are only on this planet once - give it a real go when you can and enjoy life. Many safe and joyful motoring miles!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much!!

[@paulgardner9763]

Bought my GT used with 12k on the clock, like a new car and not just the best Mustang I've ever driven but a really good GT by any standards. Owned it fifteen months now and still love it. Some people don't rate the Getrag manual gearbox but for my road use it feels fine. Tend to live in fourth and fifth most of the time because the engine pulls so strongly. Other road users seem to like it too and you receive some courtesy which is cool.

[@s550days]

Amazing! Glad you’re enjoying the car! Yes 4th is the 1:1 gear, feels so good!

[@au8111]

I got a white 2019 GT/CS 9 months ago.. best decision i ever made. cant have a bad day getting into a GT.

[@s550days]

Amazing. You are right, it makes me smile every day even if it's just to drive to the shop for a pint of milk.

[@cenewton3221]

Congratulations on the car. The Lake District scenery & roads were epic, especially for that car (and the manual gearbox especially!). Well done. I bought my first one when I was 18, having saved my $ from my first job while in high school. It was an '85 GT w/ manual trans. Loved that car. I'm looking into getting another one soon as they're about to come out with an all new one so the used prices will be a bit less soon. I'm 53 years old & like you, I can hardly wait! Hope you continue to fall in love with your GT, as driving it will never get old. All the best, from Kentucky, USA.

[@s550days]

Thanks for sharing your story, that's amazing! I'm currently down the road from you in Nashville for a week and really enjoying hearing all the V8s roar past! Definitely helps knowing I have one to go back home to! Give us a shout when you get your new car and post a video, can't wait to see it! Personally I think the S550 is the last proper one to get, less screens and more buttons!

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Congratulations ! Great spec

[@s550days]

Thanks so much Chris :)

[@derekstocker6661]

Thanks so very much for this, love the enthusiasm BUT can fully understand as such (in the UK) an iconic set of wheels. Well done on the review, loved it and the scenery is something else, what a great choice you made and so tempting to go to the classifieds, just to have a look you understand! Well done, love this, keep up the great work!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much for the hype! I am working on a long term review which will be a bit less sensationalised, but yes this car is still making me smile 8 months later.

[@jda8176]

Greetings from the US, I also have a 2020 GT, yours is beautiful, as well as the countryside!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much! Yes, no quite the open roads you guys have over there, but we have plenty of windy lanes that are also good fun, especially in a manual!

[@matttong8066]

Great video and what a really special car. The cars character really comes through. Its sad to think cars like this are a dying breed now. I need one.

[@s550days]

Haha thanks Matt! What are you driving at the moment?

[@matttong8066]

@@s550days M135i at the moment. Really fancy a Mustang next but not sure if it would be practical for the kids etc

[@breisch1986]

When you said that you're old enough to have that if you really want to do something, you do it at your earliest opportunity resonated deeply with me. I just turned 4 days ago and have been working on myself as well since I became single again. I also just purchased a 2018 GT myself since my 2013 was written off a little over a year ago. Just wanted to share that. Enjoy your new car and sorry about losing your golf. Those Volkswagen hatchbacks are amazing looking cars.

[@s550days]

Hey man, thanks for the comment. Yes life is a balance; live for the moment and set up for the future in equal measures! Sometimes I tend to do the former a bit too much but I’d rather that than have regrets on my deathbed! Keep up the good work, you’ll get to where you want to be! Enjoy the car 👍😁

[@postnutclarity6337]

There’s nothing quite like the experience of an American muscle car. Something special for sure

[@s550days]

It’s quite something! Especially in a foreign land.

[@petrol_burner]

That pub is great! I stayed in Greystoke, in the lodge opposite the pub.

[@s550days]

Yeah it was a good find! The shower in our room was a bit rogue but other than that it was excellent.

[@MarkMV8]

Had mine a year and it still feels special and makes me smile, enjoy!

[@s550days]

Just had a look at your channel. The car sounds amazing! What made the most difference, the H-pipe or Axle backs?

[@Incredibux]

The Mustang is also my dream car and watching you drive that beauty also put a smile on my face. I'm looking to get the Mach-e in a few years, would you recommend?

[@s550days]

I am the wrong person to ask about electric cars. All I can say is the Mach-e cannot be compared to any ICE Mustang. It's a completely different car.

[@wahab5.0]

Amazing video, nice choice, hope you enjoy it

[@s550days]

Thank you so much! Still enjoying every minute of it.

[@kopiproductions3316]

im 17 thinking about buying the 5.0 in the future and this made me work for it even more

[@s550days]

That's great to hear! It's good to have something to aim for. Patience is key with this, unless you are already a millionaire. It's good to build experience with more normal cars first. When you eventually get one, it will be the best day of your life. All the best!

[@patrickmatias746]

As a hardcore car enthusiast I love all cars but Mustangs have always been my favorite I can’t explain it, my dream car is a 2013-2014 SHELBY GT500

[@s550days]

Amazing! That’s a beautiful car for sure. I agree there’s something really special about Mustangs.

[@bman99ss]

A spoiler-delete, 6-speed manual Mustang GT with the GT Performance Package? You, Sir, have impeccable taste!

[@s550days]

I didn’t delete the spoiler, it came without one! And I believe all UK Mustangs come as standard with the PP. but I’ll take the compliment!! I definitely always wanted to go for a more subtle car, rather than the in-your-face looking ones. Hence I chose no stripes etc.

[@bman99ss]

@@s550days I actually chose the spoiler-delete option when I special ordered a 2020 Mustang GT, but ended up rejecting the car because the tan seats I picked out were fugly.

[@s550days]

@@bman99ss you're allowed to reject it just because you don't like it? wow!

[@bman99ss]

@@s550days I'm sure the dealership was able to sell it for a lot more than the special deal I had negotiated.

[@mjchd3132]

Congrats man, picked mine up in January after waiting 3 years to be old enough for affordable insurance im 25, never looked back, hope you have as much fun as I do

[@s550days]

Thanks bro. That’s awesome!! I bought my Golf at 25 😆 is your Stang similar to mine?

[@mjchd3132]

@@s550days mines on a 19 plate in grey with black trim, also in auto I'm not very good with manual😅

[@s550days]

@@mjchd3132 haha, you’d win the drag race then 😊

[@satinderthind4131]

@mjCHD Bro how much are you paying for insurance on that? Im getting a 2018 gt..

[@mjchd3132]

@@satinderthind4131 because I've got 2 claims on mine just under £2300 also had my licence 5 years

[@scottieray]

I had a new 2017 and now have a 2020 GT (301A, PP1, Magnaride, Active Exhaust) I bought new as well. It's a great combination of daily driver/sports car. Every drive is entertaining.

[@s550days]

Agreed! The US model is so much louder than our UK version. Now I’ve done the H pipe it’s fine but damn I couldn’t believe how loud the 2020 I drove in the US last year was.

[@paulguy2545]

I LOVE seeing the Mustang here in England and other American Imports like Chevrolet Muscle-cars (I think was a Camero) I spotted at Widnes Market in Bright Yellow a month or so ago now. People over on this side of the Atlantic appreciate them and that's why Car manufacturers are catching on!

[@s550days]

Yeah they are somewhat normal cars in the US but really special here!

[@andrewmitchell8859]

Go from Stirling to Ullapool to Durness you’ll love it

[@s550days]

Just had a look - wow! Is that part of hte NC500?

[@andrewmitchell8859]

@@s550days yes it is great driving roads and breathtaking scenery and unbelievable sandy beaches 👍🏻

[@bane20220]

Just subscribed mate, you've got a talent for youtube, keep it up

[@s550days]

Thank you so much that means a lot

[@BobAyers]

Awesome car good luck 👍🏻 i have a manual 2019 GT and never get tired of driving it I simply love it

[@s550days]

Thank you. I know the feeling, it’s amazing 😊

[@jesusmaryandjoseph6]

I just bought a 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6 speed, and i love it. Funny enough i loved my 04 mustang gt just as much if not more. I'll be giving my 10 month old son the car one day

[@s550days]

man that is a BEAST! I want to see it in a video!

[@curtismorris1347]

I had a 2017 GT sadly it was stolen from my driveway a year ago. I was stupid and ticked the box saying it was stored in my garage overnight so I did not get my insurance pay out so I was stuffed on the finance left on the car too. I loved it, It had and 80s/90s vibe to it - all the bells and whistles you need, sounded a dream, a poor mans Aston Martin v8 (said tongue in cheek of course as it is a beast in it's own right). Now stuck with a 2014 Fiat 500 :/

[@s550days]

Mate that sucks so bad!! If you’re ever near Heathrow please give me a shout and we’ll go for a ride in mine. Insurance companies are a con 😞

[@Catchingcars]

Good Choice man Congrats!

[@s550days]

Thanks!

[@TheAtlantaMafia]

I have 32 diff Mustangs from the early 80s models to the S550 year and I am so glad to see your happiness with that car. I think that I will go for a ride today in my 2022 Mach 1 and share your attitude for the pony car. So fun to see a right-hand drive Mustang also!!!! LOL!

[@s550days]

Haha yeah it must be pretty weird to see. One day I’ll have to get an American to come and try it, and on our tiny roads 😆 Yes, very much still love the car! Have not wanted for anything since getting it.

[@devlinracing3553]

Good video. I hired a Mustang convertible in Florida a few years ago and enjoyed driving from Orlando to Daytona, Key West and Miami. I might consider getting one when the time comes to replace my Maserati Quattroporte 👍

[@s550days]

That's awesome! My first experience of a Mustang was also hiring one in the US. I think it's a common starting point for many! Maserati sounds awesome, and probably a bit more refined than the Mustang!

[@CM-vv8cv]

My dream car too, made the mistake of sitting in one and starting it up last weekend. I've grown up around V8's and my father specialised in working on old Jensens, this is the only chance us Brits will have to have genuine useable muscle, enough to convert me from a BMW fan to a Ford fan, good on them.

[@s550days]

That's awesome. Are you going to get one? It's a lot less refined than a BMW for sure, but if you want a raw machine, this is exactly that!

[@CM-vv8cv]

@@s550days Inevitably so, for next year the partner has agreed to it!

[@stangedude5646]

I got a 18GT here in Texas. Love it.

[@s550days]

Awesome!! Where abouts? I’ll be in Houston and Dallas in a couple of weeks.

[@stangedude5646]

@@s550days I'm in Desoto. South of Dallas.

[@adamcampbell8794]

Enjoy! I loved mine

[@s550days]

Thanks brother!

[@wilsonramirez5956]

Congrats. I miss my 2018 Mustang GT. Fun car. Crazy I went from Golf GTI to a Mustang GT a few years back.

[@s550days]

Thanks mate! Yeah I’m not sure I could ever get rid of this! What have you got now?

[@drewthomas6224]

Great vid and thanks for showing your genuine impression of the British Pony Car :D

[@s550days]

Thanks Drew, glad you enjoyed it! More content to come, including long-term review.

[@drewthomas6224]

@@s550days Awesome! Your editing is very good, I’m looking forward to seeing the long term review for sure. I quite enjoy daily driving my manual BMW and I resonated with you heavily when you said that you wanted something you couldn’t buy in 10 years. Me too, lol. Drive safe, Friend!

[@s550days]

@@drewthomas6224 Thanks so much! Take care.

[@mattb4353]

Fantastic choice. Good for you. So glad you bought a manual, instant Classic.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much. Yes it was a no-brainer for me to go for the manual!

[@jatinderchehal3062]

Well done with the video mate, the content was spot on and you stuck to the topic! I’m a bit further down the road in my 40s and have the same frame of mind….. I want a manual V8 mustang to tick that box for the little boy inside and to own and drive something which will not be around for long! Still saving up, great job. 😊

[@s550days]

Thank you so much, appreciate the kind words. They are getting cheaper by the day so hopefully before long you can make your dream come true.

[@TailoringTalkMagazine]

Santiago I loved this ! (also hi neighbour we're not a million miles from each other!). I have had this Mustang itch for ages and I loved your video. The look of wonder on your girlfriend's dad face was so heartwarming to watch. I love what you said at the beginning - if you really want to do something in life... and while you prepare for the future, you need to realise how short life can be. I'm on the hunt for a Mustang Mach 1 and taking my time. I have a Supra GR Pro currently which is awesome, but... like I said I have this itch for the V8.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much, Robert. Feel free to get in touch if you'd like to see the Mustang in person! Supra GR Pro sounds looks awesome!

[@TailoringTalkMagazine]

@@s550days I would love to! Obvs will bring the Supra along :) We could do an exhaust note comparison but guessing the Mustang will blow the GR out the water :D

[@thelifenonadic]

I turo'd a performance pack GT some years back. Did 2,000 miles on California backroads in 2.5 days. Drove some random dude up to San Fran in the rain at 2am up PCH at full tilt. Did 130mph through Yosemite Tunnel. Made friends with a guy with a clean old Alfa. Did a massive slide around an M3. Got spicy with a girl at a vista point over San Fran piers. Good damn car.

[@s550days]

What an epic trip!!! 🤣

[@Dhananjuly]

Manual Mustang !!! You've great taste in car. Mustang is ❤❤❤

[@s550days]

Thank you sir!

[@Dhananjuly]

@@s550days Is it stock Mustang or performance pack/Premium 'Stang??

[@s550days]

@@Dhananjuly I believe all UK version Mustangs come with Peformance Package as standard.

[@Vijaypall_96]

Damn this is beautiful! I'm saving up right now...well it's been year's of hard work and I really want my dream car (type r, mustang or stinger) and do a film like this...thanks for the inspiration brother!

[@s550days]

Love it man!! Keep at it, it’s so worth it! I’m biased of course but once you drive a v8 mustang the other two cars will be out of the question 🤣🤣).

[@oladee9212]

Lovely car. Congrats on your purhase.Enjoy.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much!

[@MonteLeeMyPOV]

Awesome! Enjoy buddy! I love my GT!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much! Never fails to make me smile!

[@subterfusion4005]

Like that stick drive; i have a Kona blue 2018 10spd and it suits me fine at age 57. More power to you young folks with strong legs! Enjoy!

[@s550days]

Haha, thanks mate. Kona blue is a beautiful colour indeed. I envy you when I am in stop-start traffic.

[@flightdeckfilms.agency]

Incredible video and very well documented, mate. You’ll cherish that. Well done!

[@s550days]

Thanks matey appreciate that. Can’t wait to take you out in it.

[@kipa170]

Time to test Norwich resolve for Sara, Brum for James and Sassuolo for Doig. We need to be able to buy all 3 for the price of summerville.

[@s550days]

Wrong video?

[@kipa170]

@@s550days I watched another video and the comments section stayed on this! Strange!

[@s550days]

@@kipa170 I did wonder... thanks for watching anyway 🤣

[@turboearl5398]

Lovely car, really good video. Enjoy it mate.👍

[@s550days]

Thanks so much!

[@dissidify]

Im 27 in the north east, 20mins north of newcastle and I got a shadow black 2017 in december and love it. I Prefer the pre-facelift design, so took a long time to get one the way I want, since i cant justify £600+ a year on road tax, I had to get a 2017 registered after 1st april 17. It took over a year to find one at a good price so never going to sell, im driving until it dies. up here, I only see a mustang every 2-3 months, always car spotting on the commute. Its a big attention grabber and I know people that never seen one in person before I got mine. no point sharing all the styling mods as everyone has different tastes but amber on the headlights always looks wrong so got klearz smoke reflectors on preorder. So far the performance mods Ive done: steeda irs full pack, bmr (delrin) vertical links and powerflex rear diff bushing inserts due to massive wheel hop and fish tailing in pulls. Powerflex transmission mount insert, energy suspension 4-113g, bg fluid swap for trans and diff and of course k&n filter. On the way is mmr lightweight water pump pulley. Its hopefully paid off this year and then saving up for n/a power adders: kooks headers (will get ceramic coated), ported gt350 intake manifold and cai, ported cylinder heads, qa1 driveshaft will hopefully get me to 500 whp to absolutely rip the back roads. Highly recommend a bg fluid swap to the trans and diff, and biggest improvement by cost for me was the energy suspension bushing. too much flex in the 5+ yr old stock bushing, going into third gear often caused grinding and now super smooth getting into gear but shifting is a bit stiff and sporty, which for me is a plus. previous owner put a roush cat back x-pipe that was modified by the dealer -swapping mufflers to pass mot. Ideally will get this changed to ford performance by borla at some point.

[@s550days]

Sounds like a beast! Congrats on almost paying it off!

[@arthurpewty6624]

Trying to get my head round what Mustang costs here in South Australia. I see 'em in the traffic ALL the time and some look OK but some others just have me going"f*ck yeah, just take my money". Like you, it would have to be a manual for me. Great car and great locations for the vid mate....really good to see you are loving it.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much! Yes, maunal is the way to go with this car. The slight inconvenience in traffic is more than made up by your smile when you go from 2nd to 3rd flat out.

[@Jmoneysparkz]

I got my 2020 gt mt82 at 18 currently 20 just got a 2023 mustang gt 10 speed on Feb 2023

[@s550days]

Lucky guy!! What was your thinking for changing to a 10-speed? How are you finding it?

[@stevedenny3547]

Great job, good colour for a GT and nicely put together video.I had a 1970 Mach 1 back in the late 80's, unfortunately it wasn't in great shape,...about time I got another one,really fancy a Bullitt.

[@s550days]

Thank you Steve. That classic Mach 1 sounds epic. Life is too short, get one!!

[@stevewallace1387]

I have a 69 plate GT PP1 every one always talks about the miles per gallon but it's the smiles per miles that I brought it for best car I have ever owned

[@s550days]

It's quite liberating when you stop caring about the MPG and start enjoying the car!

[@bradwoods371]

get yourself an mgw shifter and steeda clutch spring asap. You'll thank me later. Also get the Steeda rear vertical links

[@s550days]

Thank you!! Will do mate

[@nickkostakis9600]

Nice looking car fantastic V8 sound but the weather is very bad mate. I have the same car top of the lane with TEN R 80 Very fast mate great Show thank you very much from Sydney Australia 😊😊

[@s550days]

Yes we are regularly blessed with crap weather here! Cheers mate

[@cholomondeleybiscuitt]

Superb! I’m looking to change my 22 plate Kona N for a Mustang next year. I’ve given myself a maximum £50K budget and I’d love something in dark blue or racing green.

[@s550days]

That's a decent budget! Go for the manual, so much fun.

[@leeprice674]

Great video and apologies for it being so long after you released it. I would love to get a mustang and just watching videos to get an idea of what the reviews say. I’m also in the uk and love this iconic car. Have fun with it 👍🤗

[@s550days]

No apologies needed. It's awesome that the video has done so well and that it's helping people decide that car to get. I am going to make a more in-depth review soon talking about details and giving an overview of long-term ownership.

[@leeprice674]

@@s550days I think a long term uk review would be great. Practicality, costs and that sound would be of interest. I liked your video delivery as you seemed to cover the points normal people would like to know, no offence btw 😂 Is it a daily driver for you? I don’t like seeing people parking the car I want in their garage next to their other 12 performance cars 🤦🏼‍♂️ Take care mate and hope you get out over the bank holiday weekend 👍🤗

[@s550days]

​@@leeprice674 Yes, it's my only car and daily driver for me putting about 20k miles on it loading it up with filming gear and all sorts. It's a work horse! Will get to work on the review as soon as I can 🙏

[@DoubleRRgarage]

Congratulations! Stang Gang!

[@s550days]

Appreciate it!!

[@TKGxCOD]

Congrats!, and great quality vid! Felt like a movie//documentary

[@s550days]

That's so nice of you to say so! Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Cayden1988]

I'm down in Australia and we only just started importing the Mustangs in 2016. I was very much like you and at 31 years old. Wanted something to enjoy. I was never a car fan and just drived a Mazda 6 Luxury Sports which I loved dearly too. I always wanted another car with a sunroof and I was eying off the BMW's. I didn't know what to get until I saw the Mustang. I thought I could never afford it as it looked very expensive and you needed to be rich. Until I saw the asking price for second hand Mustangs and the fact that Ford MotorCo actually priced these cars for affordability. I was sold. I took extra shifts at work and stayed back at work for longer days and never knocked work back. I saved up every dollar I could save on the side. I chucked a deposit of $10,000 Australia dollars down and financed the remaining $39,000 on a five year loan which I paid off by the third year. I got myself a Race Red '17 GT on my 31st birthday in November. I was so happy and overwhelmed, I didn't know how to start the car and when I did, I drived off with the hand brake still up. I've made so many memories and moments that I think of every day with this car. I love this car to bits. I want to upgrade to a 2019 Race Red GT but the thought of putting this car in a car yard breaks my heart 💔😭

[@s550days]

What an amazing story! Living your dream! Well done mate. There's no better feeling than living the life you want for yourself.

[@raulgb10]

Oh man, I did exactly the same thing! How good is it?! And I'm so stoked for you because I know that feeling of finally getting hold of one.

[@s550days]

Haha that's awesome. It's the best feeling ever. Even now, just getting in the car to pop down the road to Tesco or something. Best thing I've ever done for sure.

[@TheMGChannel]

Amazing video quality! I know you out a lot of effort into making a video like this and it shows. Congrats on getting your dream car, here in the USA we see them all the time, but they are epic cars. Cheers 🍻

[@s550days]

Haha, it's nice when someone realises the effort I go to! Thank you. Still have a lot to learn about filming cars, but we're getting there.

[@edwardvickers5506]

Sold my 2018 facelift mustang and bought a GR yaris. Yes it was a mistake,even though the GR was fun and could handle the twisty bits it wasn't the same thrill. Anyway, new s650 coming out next year.

[@s550days]

Ahh no! Well at least now you will drive a v8 again knowing the grass is not greener!

[@5.0nito]

There you go mate i daily Drive a 22 mustang gt myself and got my 2012 gallardo for pleasure

[@s550days]

Haha amazing! I don't have anything else, just the Mustang providing daily life and pleasure all in one 😂

[@Steve-rv1ql]

Great video in a stunning location. A 450 hp mustang in blue with black wheels, I’m determined to have one of these. Have a JCW mini and c4 Corvette presently., will bin these to get the ultimate fast Ford before I die😀

[@s550days]

Wow, they are some serious motors!! Glad you like the colour! I was set on grey then last minute switched to blue, so happy with it!

[@roblanger5546]

Nice video mate! Im exactly the same...ive always had quick cars - bland vws and beemers - but itching to get a mustang gt ive already started looking for one such a great car full of soul and character

[@s550days]

That’s awesome man! Welcome to the tribe! I can report 5 months in, it’s still amazing to drive!

[@Jithin48]

Really happy to see that u enjoying with ur mustang and well done with ur recent MOT aswell... Can you please mention about the service cost and fuel economy please.. Thank you

[@s550days]

What recent MOT? 🤣 I will do a video about costs.

[@billymayhem]

Fantastic Video mate!! Cool reaction shots of the passengers! 😂 That Digital Dash looks so good too! Wasn't an option in mine. Definitely continue with this style of content.

[@s550days]

Thank so much man. Your videos were the inspiration to make some content with the car. I've got 3-4 videos planned already next one being filmed next week!

[@offcamber]

🇺🇸 Thanks for the video! Great car! American Muscle. Love my 2018 GT too.

[@s550days]

Hell Yeah!! Now I will have to rent a different type of car when I go over to the US. Maybe a big truck!

[@eurly93]

Antimatter Blue FTW. I got my 2021 GT in Ingot Silver since it's a daily and I'm OCD about keeping my car clean, the silver relieves a lot of my anxiety. The antimatter blue though is the best looking color and my #1 pick if it wasn't a daily. Pro tip though, you can run 87 octane in the car just fine, you'll only lose about 10 Hp.

[@s550days]

Thanks so much. Yes I rarely put premium in it now. Antimatter blue? Is that a proper name? I’ve never heard that! Its Kona blue 😁

[@eurly93]

@@s550daysoh it looked like antimatter which is super dark navy, basically black from a distance with metallic flake. Kona is the same dark blue from a distance but shifts to purplish when you get closer, really cool color.

[@s550days]

@@eurly93 Ahh I see, awesome!

[@stevereger1574]

Good move getting a stang. Ive had several over the years and will always have one. I like the spoiler delete you have, it allows you to put on a Rousch spoiler which is the best looking by far. Also youmay want to check out the rousch mufflers, they are a breeze to install and it gets rid of the Ford (heavy) mufflers and they sound awesome. Look uo CJ Pony and American muscle for after market stuff. You can also order your spoiler painted to match your Kona blue.

[@s550days]

Thanks, I'll take a look for sure! I put an H-pipe on it the other day and I'm pretty happy how it sounds now and it was cheap as anything! The spoiler sounds good, I'll be getting something like that eventually. I have a couple of security mods I want to do next.

[@Xehemoth]

@Steve Reger I wouldn't recommend the Roush spoiler. I have a 2015 RS2, and the spoiler is cracking in 5 different places. I think you might be able to circumvent the issue by reinforcing it with epoxy from the inside but its really just not worth getting. Its the biggest eyesore on my car now atm.

[@Davido50]

Very wise man! Enjoy that iconic American sports car sir. 💯 👍🏻

[@s550days]

Thank you so much. Very kind of you 🙏

[@Dimuthdxb]

All the best Bro.

[@davidestrada7337]

i have a 19 GT had it for 3 years fun car hope they bring back the new S650 GT350 and ill get rid of mines

[@s550days]

Amazing! Im not a fan of the S650, maybe it will grow on me, but really not keen on the iPad screens etc.

[@LifeOfaMatt]

LOVE IT! I grabbed an end of the line 2022 GT Premium and I just can't get enough of it either! Going to sub and watch you on your new Mustang journey too!

[@s550days]

Thanks so much! I agree with you on your latest video. S550 is the last great Mustang!

[@LifeOfaMatt]

@@s550days totally and thank you! That video is my personal favourite right now. It created so much love and hate lol. But every mustang owner I meet is on the same page too. I still haven’t seen the 2024 in person but from all the videos my mind is not convinced. Again congrats on the new ride!

[@s550days]

@@LifeOfaMatt The whole ipad-sticking-out infotainment system puts me right off any modern car! It's so boring and lazy.

[@LifeOfaMatt]

@@s550days exactly!!! I think Ford is targeting the younger generation of video gamers BUT the reality is what kid will be able to afford a $65k to $95k car? The Dark horse has been priced out $95k CAD and that doesn’t even include all the options too.

[@Jmoneysparkz]

Great choice

[@s550days]

Thank you brother.