I Bought A 2015 Ford Taurus SHO: Here's Why!

In this special edition of The Hungry Road I review my own car and why I decided to buy it! I tell a small portion of my car ownership history and what led me to making such a purchase.
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[@ThatsAGoodJuan]

"it gets moving... then it gets tired. just like a big dude" is the most relatable thing I've heard all day. I'm a 6 foot, 300+ guy that owns a 2011 Ford Taurus.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. I’m glad that it made sense though! It’s completely accurate! 😂

[@kege8388]

scams scammers scam ford poop shit use japan engine yamaha sho v6 3.5 or nissan maxima engine

[@Fkutb1234]

I bought a 2016 Taurus SEL w/ 70k miles and I love it. Same color and wheels like you got. Totally loaded. Previous owner ordered it with everything. Got it for 16k$. Not as much power as the SHO but it moves. Great video!!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Awesome! I’m so glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

[@jeff47Nick]

Yes the SEL are lowkey fast as well but that SHO hits different

[@mpoc9]

Congrats! Great choice. I have a 2014 SHO and I love it. I bought mine in 2015 it was off lease and had 32,000 miles. It now has 103,000 miles and still runs great. It's got the same wheels as yours and it's tuxedo black metallic. I murdered it all out wheels, window trim, grille surround, and trunk. Tinted the windows and and de-badged it. It's black and beautiful. Good luck and drive safe.

[@TheHungryRoad]

SSSHHHEEEEEESSSHHH! You’re driving that thing! I’m glad to hear it and thank you for watching the video!

[@kege8388]

scams scammers scam ford poop shit use japan engine yamaha sho v6 3.5 or nissan maxima engine

[@dannywade1521]

Loving mine too

[@maxrodriguez889]

niceeeee, you share any pics of it anywhere by chance? I just got my taurus and have been thinking about the debadge but idk how it’ll look tbh

[@chrisexperience7]

Nice. I have a 2010 All black Taurus. Drove from the West Coast to the East and it drove like a dream. Super reliable cars.

[@TheHungryRoad]

That’s great to hear! Thank you for watching!

[@axetrops]

How was MPG?

[@chrisexperience7]

@@axetrops 25mpg

[@axetrops]

@@chrisexperience7 not bad. Can you put regular or has to be premium?

[@axetrops]

How’s the paddle shifter?

[@andrespates-bq9cl]

I have a 2014 and love it! All wheel drive, leather heated and ac seats and steering, back windows partition, and drives great!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Yes! It’s such a fully-loaded car!

[@roomueller7305]

Very funny that you mentioned being more into Chevy and Chrysler. I'm the exact same and was actually looking into a 300 or charger but ended up getting a 2013 sho recently. I find the interior to be much more luxurious than a charger, better on gas, awd, less on insurance, and if done correctly it can gap a scat.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. I knew there were more people like me out there!

[@jerryp2433]

The 300 looks like a fake Rolls Royce.

[@karlray2657]

2011 SHO owner here, I swear when I'm out its always a charger or challenger that wants to get dusted!

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@karlray2657. Is yours modified?

[@karlray2657]

@@TheHungryRoad Not yet I'm deciding between Livernois and gearhead tune before I go all out, but with AWD I embarrasse the competition at light quite a bit the look on there faces.😂😂

[@iamyoung4eva21]

I'm a SHO owner, if you want those turbos lasting long... PLEASE CHANGE OIL OFTEN IM TALKING EVERY 3K MILES. other than that it's a solid car, noticed you don't have the flower wheels so that's a non pp (none preformance pack) the performances pack comes with a intercooler, flower wheels 20", a sport mode where it'll TRUELY turn off the traction control, and faster gear shifting. Enjoy your sho broooo Great car, just needs lots of love and maintenance. Last but not least, get all fluid change. The PTU and tranny also get a pil catch can, car is notorious for having a oil intake inside.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I appreciate all of this information my good man! I didn’t like the flower wheels as much, but I didn’t even know there were 2 freaking editions of the SHO! I thought I got all the good stuff already, but you’re telling me I missed out on even more stuff! 😫😩😖 Lol.

[@iamyoung4eva21]

@@TheHungryRoad Anytime brotha! So if you get the PP youll lose Lane keeping system, and itll be replaced with a traction off button and Auto parking button lol. Enjoy the ride, also if you want mods, GEARHEAD is the way to go!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Gearhead? Is that a brand? Business? KZbin channel?

[@iamyoung4eva21]

@@TheHungryRoad it's a brand for tuning ecoboost engines check it out bro 👌

[@TheHungryRoad]

That website takes me to Ghana’s latest music trends website. Lol.

[@vaughncooper23]

just got a 13 taurus limited. needs new strut bearings but i love it. once i get out of college I am definitely buying a SHO. great car all around.

[@kev-cad]

I bought a 2016 Taurus limited in January this year with 40k miles. It still drives amazing with no problems, a very smooth ride. All I had to replace was the cabin air filter and did a routine oil change so far and I also upgraded my headlights to LED as they came with standard halogen. I want to upgrade to HID in the future though.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Good choice man! The Limited trim is very, very nice and luxurious.

[@jamesflames9930]

Nice car, LeD headlights now you can blind every one at night coming the oposite way & give them eyeball floaties👍

[@kev-cad]

@@jamesflames9930 I made sure they had a proper cut off line. Every car will be LED in the future

[@kege8388]

scams scammers scam ford poop shit use japan engine yamaha sho v6 3.5 or nissan maxima engine

[@CactusBravo42]

how’s the car holding up today?

[@dwreck2468]

I bought a 2013 ford Taurus sel I love the car and it’s a true sleeper. Got some internals done

[@itsabovemenow1016]

I had a 2016 SHO Performance Package. That was my dream car for years and finally I just stopped dreaming and got it. A what a sleeper! I could blow past anything and people wonder how the heck did they just get smoked by a … what is that anyway? But another thing these cars were loaded with amenities. Heated and cooled seats with massage, ambient lighting, voice controlled navigation, the works. I truly loved driving this car. Alas my black beauty was stolen and found totaled three miles away. I think I know who snatched it but that’s another story and I’ve let it go. I mellowed out, started reconfiguring my life for retirement. I just settled into a Lexus, the default vehicle when you given up.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I love the story! Don’t give up! Those Lexus cars are very nice! Which one do you have?

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@itsabovemenow1016. I think you made a grand decision!

[@strivinghigher7005]

I'm thinking about getting a 2016 SHO with 151K miles on it. You think that's too many miles?

[@itsabovemenow1016]

@@strivinghigher7005 The water pump seal must be replaced every 80k or it will take a dump and leave you stranded on the highway with a bricked engine. Make absolutely sure the maintenance is immaculate!

[@fredaydaybae8450]

Man that’s such a sad story and I agree with the lexus thing. If I don’t get a SHO soon, I think I’m gna give up and just get a lexus too. Once again sorry to hear your SHO got stolen….man.

[@michaelmoore1386]

I took an Uber the other night and the guy was driving a Taurus Limited. I was stunned how nice the interior was. And it felt like I was riding in a tank. Really solid. I've been looking at used BM's, Audi's, and Lexus's too. But why not pay half the money and get one of these. And it will have more options than those other cars and will cost cheaper to fix. Like it in the Ruby Red color. Will be picking one up soon. Like a 2018 or 2019. Nice review. I agree with everything you said.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I 100% agree! Ford really killed it with the Taurus. They certainly competed very well with those other expensive brands. Thank you so much for watching!

[@georgehuerta1990]

I own a 2015 Taurus limited my advice to you if any parts need to be changed always use Motorcraft. The alternator on the car went out recently and I try to put in a generic brand alternator in the car and it wouldn’t run properly, I had to pull it back out and put in a brand new Motorcraft alternator and it ran just like it did when I first got it. The actuator under the dash on the passenger side has gone out once and the same thing I use a generic part it worked for a little while and then it stopped working again I installed a Motorcraft part this time and I have not had a problem since. My wife loves the car she always says it’s the best car she’s ever owned she loves how comfortable it drives how much trunk space it has many of her friends get in the car with her they always tell her how much they love her car.

[@rockandroll4689]

you absolutely cannot go wrong with a FORD TAURUS! best car ever made IMO

[@davemackay1361]

Very nice SHO, yours looks like the full load. I purchased my 2011 SHO last May. I bought it privately from a gentleman for 10K who had babied it for the 10 years he owned it. The car had 78000 KMs (48400 miles) and was immaculate. I sold my 2015 Challenger RT (5.7L 6 spd) and replaced it with this Rocket. The smartest move I have ever made car-wise! This past winter (I live in Vancouver BC) we have had horrible weather, massive flooding in the Fraser Valley, and several major snowfalls. My SHO with all-season tires handled the snow easily. If I had still owned my Challenger I wouldn't have been able to go anywhere, even though I had winter tires for it! The SHO is comfortable, really fast, handles great for a big car, is equipped with an excellent nav / sound system. Best of all it seats 4 comfortably and has the trunk space for golf clubs and luggage for a road trip! For a car that has been ripped by consumer reports and other auto journalists., the SHO ( and MKS) sure have a loyal following.

[@TheHungryRoad]

SSSHHHEEEEEESSSHHH! That’s a GOOD deal.

[@rockandroll4689]

the SHO is an awesome car - I would buy any Ford though over any Chrysler product.

[@bernardturner8103]

Dude, so true!!! I have a 2015 SHO, it just keeps giving me a thrill everytime I drive it. It does everything I ask of it. I have been so lucky 🍀 and have not gotten in trouble with it yet, knock ✊🏿 on wood.

[@TheHungryRoad]

That’s what I want to hear! Lol. Have you done any modifications?

[@johnblack4915]

Can you live with the visibility and cramped interior lol

[@TheHungryRoad]

Cramped interior? Visibility? My good man, what are you talking about? Lol. Everything about this car is big and spacious.

[@trevorz86101]

Purchased my SHO in April 2023. Been still learning and loving it. Went with Ruby Red Metallic paint, and decided to call her Dorothy 😂

[@TheHungryRoad]

OOOHHHWWWEEE! I bet that red looks beautiful in the sunlight!

[@BuckRogers20011]

I have a Ruby Red 2015 SHO with the same options. I bought it with 300 miles on it. It was on the dealers lot for over a Year when I bought it for 30k. Only have 28k on it.

[@MidwestMotor]

I know this video is 2 yrs old but it popped up for me. I bought a brand new 2014 SHO but I had the PP (Performance Package) on mine with the Flower wheels, etc. It was silver just like yours! I installed a Gearhead Tune, 3-bar MAP, CAI, Exhaust, H&R Lowering Springs, etc. I got her on the Mustang Dyno and got her to about 500 Crank HP and 515 ft lbs! With AWD I would beat Mustangs, Camaros, etc - it was hilarious being in a huge, heavy family sedan with massaging/cooled/heated seats, etc! 🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@TheHungryRoad]

Oh my goodness you put a lot of work into that thing! See, I need to do the same thing! I’ve got 115,000+ miles now on the very car you’ve seen in this video and I’m scared of blowing it up. 😂 500+ hp in this thing probably gets it really MOVING! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@Sladdery]

As a Fusion Sport owner I must say, Ford did a hell of a job with these sleepers. They produced a ton of them in the 2010s - pretty much anything Ford put a v6 ecoboost became an immediate sleeper. Very underrated moment in automotive history.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I agree 100%! They’re also tune-able too! I just haven’t gotten to that stage yet. Lol.

[@GucciBodyBags]

They really had a fleet of sleeper editions of their normal vehicles, but the sho is the best of them imo.

[@laurajackson6702]

I love the 2013 Taurus. I bought a Limited Load it every option their is moon roof LOVE IT

[@jdoyle4811]

I bought a black 2016 Ford Taurus SEL with AWD, 20 inch tire package, sunroof, leather, etc more than the Limited options. The car then was less than 3 years old from a Ford dealer with 32k, one owner and new front brakes for $17.6k. I received an additional 18 month, 36k warranty all around and 100k/60 month engine and transmission from Ford. Just changed the original battery with 54k miles and battery and terminal looked pretty much like it's new replacement. Of course I change the 20" tires about 6 months after the purchase from Tire Track. This is a big car man, and gets around 18.5 miles in strictly around town because of the 4400 lb weight. If you drive conservatively at 65 mph you can get about 26.5 mpg which is great for a car of this size. Love to buy this car again but of course 2019 was the last year produced.

[@TheHungryRoad]

That sounds like a fly ride man! They’re really nice all-around! 2019 is certainly the last year they produced them do that means you can get them for cheap and only 4 years old!

[@xpsycholordx6083]

I just bought a 2013 Ford Taurus sho and it’s great, the power is there when I need it, comfortable and very nice looking

[@TheHungryRoad]

I agree! Congratulations and welcome to the club!

[@willesco5211]

Nice car, love the names you gave them. That SHO is looking super Clean!!!! Nice!!!!

[@TheHungryRoad]

I appreciate that my good man! Check out some of my other videos!

[@Ramsey489]

Man I really Liked Your Video. You're a Natural Behind the Camera, Your sound is Great using a clip on Mike>

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you Mikey, I really appreciate that.

[@jeffjackson9679]

I own a 2016 dark blue and have the same rims you have. I could never care for the "flower petal" rims most SHOs had, but for a few years they offered those rims (I think they were optional on the SEL model) as a no cost option, and that sold the car for me.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I like our wheels better too. The flower wheels are a cool design for sure, but the 10 spoke is much better.

[@stevek8]

I've had the exact car for 3 years. I put a Livernois tune, 3 bar map sensor, 160° thermostat and a cold air intake and it unleashed a beast. 0-60 in 4 seconds. All for under a grand. Oh...and some H&R springs; stiffens up ride a bit and shrinks the wheel gab about 1.5 inches.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Sheesh! Sounds like that’s route I need to take!

[@stevek8]

AND....I get better gas mileage. I average 28+ hiway.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@stevek8. You’re kidding me. Seriously?!

[@stevek8]

I promise. That was my favorite car when it came out in '89. The next generation had a v8, but it was slower. They were redesigned for 2010 and I was all over every article I could fins about them. I finally bought a '15 in Nov of '18. Go to livernoismotorsports.com. '10-'19 SHO and Ecoboost mods are a specialty.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I appreciate you!

[@vernonjordan9759]

My son just turned 19. He had a 2006 ford escape then a 2001 Volvo and now he mentioned a 2013 taurus sho. I had to look it up to see what he was getting his self into Lol. And from what i've learned he will be satisfied.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Agreed. Is there any reason he specified a 2013? I’d push him toward the newest year possible with low miles if he’s going to stick with a SHO.

[@sinner2208]

I need this. I love the whole sleeper concept and I need something family oriented. Best of both worlds I guess.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Agreed! Check out the pre-owned car market to see what they’re going for now! I haven’t looked in a while.

[@Bossbugg90]

I was in the market for a SHO but found the Limited thats almost like the SHO. My limited is loaded and love it.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I’m glad to hear it! Fellow Taurus owner!

[@Bear1097]

I bought a 2014 couple weeks ago and I’m still learning stuff I didn’t even know about the car 😂 I got a mild tune on it, straight exhaust and I couldn’t be happier. Only thing I think I’ll do is change the air intake. Has a push bar on the front and everybody thinks it’s a ghost car!

[@TheHungryRoad]

NICE! Thank you for tuning in and checking out the video! I need to get a tune for mine, I just am hardly home. 😫😩😖

[@Bear1097]

@@TheHungryRoad it is an SCT tuner that came with mine. The other day I was playing with the shift points, really like how you can dial it in for your style of driving. Thanks for the video!

[@stevepurcell5883]

You are an awesome storyteller/narrator. Keep it up. I love my 2016 Black SHO with perf pack. Incl Alcantara steering wheel.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. I appreciate you! Thank you for listening!

[@pete_43299]

Just picked up a 2012 sho, these things are sick, enjoy yours!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Awesome! What color? Are you going to modify it?

[@pete_43299]

@@TheHungryRoad mines grey and yes definitely already have the intake ordered and exhaust going on next week and then a tune to really wake the car up!

[@TheHungryRoad]

You’re getting me motivated to do similar things!

[@pete_43299]

@@TheHungryRoad haha whatever works best for you! don’t get me wrong these are great cars as is but they can be even better, plenty of choices of modifications on this platform to suite what you like

[@ticosceninc.elsdexpertsfda7713]

@@TheHungryRoad you can now add apple Car Play to 2010 to 2012s with navigation systems in them. NAV TOOL makes a excellent retro fit.

[@ItsmeReese926]

I love it! Great choice. 👍🏽

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you! I appreciate it. ☺️

[@natashahowell5134]

OMG! That skyline is beautiful! Awesome video!

[@maxpaul11]

one of the best looking daily drivers! beautiful car!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you dude! I appreciate it!

[@avilok4880]

I know im a little late to comment. I just picked up a 2014 and its my first forced induction car as well and mine has the same specs and yours but mine is white. So far im in love with the car and man its surprised me. now i gotta get my windows tinted lol

[@TheHungryRoad]

You aren’t late! Thank you for coming to the Ford Taurus SHO safe space! Lol. Congratulations on your purchase! I hope it’s great to you and that you love it for a long time!

[@shamelfactor8215]

Woww!! Really sir, congrats sir. I'm so proud of you as always 💓💛

[@TheHungryRoad]

I appreciate you! Thank you! This was over a year ago. Lol.

[@shamelfactor8215]

@@TheHungryRoad always welcome sir❤💙

[@cleanriderjonez5247]

You going to like it I have a 15 sho and I loved this car since day one only had it for a year and already customized it

[@TheHungryRoad]

What did you do to yours?

[@cleanriderjonez5247]

I changed the color from a white to midnight blue performance exhaust new set of rims and got the chrome on the car wrapped in carbon fiber

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@cleanriderjonez5247. WELL DAMN! Certainly personalized that thing! Lol.

[@cleanriderjonez5247]

Yea I’ll make and video of it once it’s done to show you

[@cease19811]

Man this review was good I didn’t have to skip any parts I see your a one man army switching up that camera angles btw what brand of watch are you wearing?

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am still a one-man show and I’m keeping things going. Lol. The watch I’m wearing is a gift from my wife and it’s an Invicta brand. The model I’m unsure of, but it’s a “skeleton” style where you can see all the way through it and it’s automatic so no batteries are needed.

[@r23f35]

"Not sure how you rolled this over, but im sure someone figured it out" hahaha im contemplating on buying a 2011, and the more videos i watch about the SHOs, the more i get convinced

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. I highly recommended it! I recently crossed over 100,000 miles and things are going well! I’ll be putting that video out pretty soon.

[@r23f35]

@@TheHungryRoad yeah, the one im looking to buy has 110ish on the clock and the dude asks 5k for it, dude needs the money to pay off some debts but the car is overall good, few dings and dents but mechanically mint

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@r23f35That sounds like a deal to me!

[@strong750]

Excellent choice I have a 2015 Ruby red metallic PP but your color would have been my next choice. That looks soooo clean from inside to out, I can say a few things you may not see a lot of SHO's driving around well at least in my city (Chicago) because brand new it was $46,580 depending on the package. And people may not wanted to pay $$$ for a Ford SHO so they just lease it for business/personal "That's my opinion". I bought mine off a lease in Kentuck I drove from Chicago. The market is oversaturated with Chargers, R/T, Scat pack Ect with the wrong driver in those cars off the line they have to play catch up by then the race is over. SHO wins. Last thing if you do change sound let me know what you did. I'm about to change mine soon maybe Kenwood xr600

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you so much! I bet that Ruby red GLOWS in the sunlight! I try to keep my cars as clean as possibly, but a shout out definitely goes to the previous owner for taking such good care of it. You’re certainly right about the road being flooded with Scat Packs. Lol. I love those cars too, but LOTS of people don’t know how to act with them. Lol. I do plan on doing some things to the car. I’ll keep the channel posted with any future modifications! Thank you again for watching!

[@joemiller2057]

Nice car and one other thing it stands out from the crowd it doesn't Look like anything else on the Road

[@TheHungryRoad]

Agreed! That’s what I was going for! I’m glad somebody sees it my way!

[@bamboo_253]

I agree completely, Anywhere I went convenience store, etc. I always had someone come up to me and compliment the looks of my car. The metallic black with the same wheels as in the video, the car was a looker, that's for sure.

[@thagreen72]

awesome! best sleeper ever…and btw, the FORDGT ecoBOOST only shares the name & liters as the taurus but more of the f-150 truck version 3gen i think.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Ooohhh… okay, okay. I had my facts wrong. Thank you for correcting me.

[@sheaoakley7126]

Loved this. I'm considering a SHO for my next car (My daily driver now is, believe it or not, a 1990 35th Anniversary Thunderbird SC) and this is one of the very best reviews I've watched on the SHO. Just plain well done. Love the no-nonsense, but non-offensive NYC attitude of the narrator (sorry, I did not get your name). Great videography, great description, fun to watch...and boy do I want one of these! anyway, God bless and enjoy your car!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you so much for checking out my video and giving a smaller KZbinr a chance! I really appreciate it! That very same car has just over 111,000 miles on it now and it hasn’t given me a single problem yet. I HIGHLY recommend a SHO. Do your best to find one in good condition that’s been cared for.

[@sheaoakley7126]

You are welcome, sir, and so glad to hear the car is holding up well for you. Hopefully I will be able to take your advice when I need (or, well, want ;) a new car in the form of an SHO. You helped me be less afraid of slightly higher mileage SHO's, but I will certainly try to find one as well cared for as yours, no doubt both before the video and since! Happy motoring. You do great work here.

[@rockandroll4689]

Thunderbird Super Coupes are SO gorgeous - but so is the Taurus! You can't go wrong with either!

[@sheaoakley7126]

I actually just bought a 2011 Ecoboost MKS with the ecoboost appearance package in triple-black. She has only 57K miles on her. I found that this "SHO in a tuxedo" was at least 2-3K less expensive than a a 2013-19 Taurus.@@rockandroll4689

[@xmanbos2254]

I'll be getting an interceptor this week very low miles can't wait 🙌🏿🔥

[@TheHungryRoad]

Say what? Do those have the SHO engine?

[@MrTomengle]

I had a silver 1995 SHO back in the day. 5 speed Mazda made trans, V6 Yamaha made motor. 130mph all day long. Also quite the sleeper.... might have to look for another one.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Whoa! Nice job! Maybe you should be getting another one soon!

[@sage11x]

Just bought a 2011. Less than 30K miles. Mine is Ingot Silver too- btw, this is the wrong color for this car. Try and find one in red, blue or green. I’d even take one in black and I hate black (these look amazing murdered out). But anyway, these are one of the MOST underrated cars on the road. Legitimately quick, extremely comfortable, and the styling has aged remarkably well. They ate also, shockingly reliable. But this is not a competition for the Charger- it’s a cut rate american audi.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I like the way you think! Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the family!

[@eurosonly]

I'm so jealous, dude. You got so lucky with all them options on this baby. my Lexus didn't even come with a heated steering wheel and rear heated seats and it's only front wheel drive.

[@TheHungryRoad]

You’ve got that right! Thank you so much! I was truly surprised when I found out all of the options that it had. I think the only things it’s missing is the adaptive cruise control and massaging seats! Lol.

[@TanquerayTom64]

Nice rig! I bought a 2019 Limited (Non SHO) and really enjoy it. Just take time to get used to the girth!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. It is quite a big car, but it MOVES!

[@cihan577]

Ive been looking for these recently. Thats a steal in todays pricing on those SHO with that low mileage and year.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Facts. It’s got 98,000 miles on it now. Lol.

[@Willster7471]

Congrats it’s an awesome car. I have a shadow black 2017 SHO w/ the Performance Pack. The 16-19 Taurus’ get the sync 3 system with Apple Car play. Pretty sure the 0-60 is about 5.2 seconds stock. Didn’t buy mine from a dealer so i paid about 13k had about 58k miles.

[@TheHungryRoad]

WOW! I’m mad I just missed out on CarPlay by one freaking year! Lol. You got a GREAT deal on yours too! Sheesh! Thank you for watching and Subscribing!

[@beeej55]

Just bought a 16 PP last month that actually has videos on here. Every SHO owner tells me change the oil 3k. Ptu and trans every 15k. Enoy your ride. Looks great.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you much! I keep hearing those same things too so I’ll be on it!

[@dreamsteal4773]

Wait, rebuild the entire trans every 15k? Thats gonna be real costly.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@dreamsteal4773. Lol. No. Change the PTU in the transmission. The PTU fluid is what keeps the all-wheel drive system in check.

[@ticosceninc.elsdexpertsfda7713]

I've got a 2010 PP and a 2011 with Radar and all the other whistles. One for TRACK and the other for highway cruising.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Whoa! Well damn! That’s serious business! These cars sure have an excellent following!

[@ticosceninc.elsdexpertsfda7713]

@@TheHungryRoad they really are high performance sedans with advanced technology.

[@Blue-moon12]

I owned a 2013 SHO with the PP. Maintained it meticulously and still the left turbo began to leak. Make sure you change the PTU fluid and don't listen to Ford when they say lifetime fluid. Plenty of ways to tune the car but I recommend keeping stock for a chance of longevity. Great cars when they run well...can be expensive nightmares when they don't.

[@TheHungryRoad]

When did your turbo start leaking?

[@Blue-moon12]

@@TheHungryRoad around 74k mark. Keep an eye on it. Also they have an internal waterpump which is a weak point. I found regular coolant changes helped for me. However, like I said they are fun great cars when running well.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I have 79,000 miles on mine now. I do keep up with regular maintenance. How could you tell a turbo was leaking?

[@Blue-moon12]

@@TheHungryRoad That was the issue, never affected the performance that I noticed but the dealer diagnosed it and went to an independent to verify. Quoted $2200 plus Canadian dealer wanted close to $3k.

[@Blue-moon12]

I am not trying to scare you, just making you aware of potential issues. I still have the video of mine on my channel.

[@GrantsDad]

I love my 2015 SHO the big body reminds me of a old muscle car

[@bobyoung1698]

I wish I had that engine and that drive system in my 2014 Ford Flex. I love the car, it was spec'd by a wealthy man, but he wasn't car guy. I know, I know, if I looked around I could find a turbo'ed 4-drive Flex, or I could look for the Lincoln version of the SHO, or I could squeeze more horses out of my car but, I'll just sit here and complain.😉 You said something about " ... having to put the keys in the ignition ..." C'mon! My '88 Mustang GT doesn't even have cupholders!😄

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. Push-to-start was something I was looking for while car shopping. 😂 For my 2nd car I’ll be a little less specific with little things like that.

[@carsmax]

Hi. Me & my girl drove Route 66 from Albuquerque to Chicago U know 1/2 way and we payed just 280 $ for gas back in 2015.This car is not thirsty!! When I used my brain in the right way it will be 7,5 liter/ km. It`s 34 m/g

[@TheHungryRoad]

YOU TRIPPIN’. Lol. The BEST I’ve done in this car on a haul across upstate New York is like 25 mpg! Lol.

[@georgealpic745]

Great video, i like ford taurus but also lincoln continental.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you for watching!

[@jeffb8562]

My kinda cars right here. Right up there with The 95’ GT Cobra(I’ve only seen one) 69’ Hemi Charger, and of course The Hellcat Redeye, pretty sure the fastest production car ever made. Oh yeah, the 2002 or so Impala SS. JUST A V8, but still a beast. And the 99 Cadillac Deville Concorse. I owned one in Highschool. Bitch did 0-60 in about 5.5 no matter how many people you had in it. And I’m not gonna lie, my old Dodge Neon SS 5 speed was probably the most fun car I’ve ever owned.

[@netman42CT]

If you upgrade to SYNC2 or SYNC3 system, you will then have Android Auto / Apple Carplay capability via USB - Easy Peasy and a better NAV experience with Google Maps or Waze (2016 Taurus Limited 103k miles and love it)

[@TheHungryRoad]

Wait, really? How do I do that? Can that be done at a Ford dealership or something?

[@debraweaver5891]

Interesting video! I enjoyed your car knowledge and sharing your journey of car ownership.

[@TSUNGFX]

It’s insane how ppl can afford these cars in their early 20’s but then I remind myself I live in Canada.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Everyone’s life takes them on different paths. Are cars genuinely more expensive in Canada?

[@paulhewson4600]

one of the greatest sleeper rides

[@TheHungryRoad]

I can agree! Especially with some tuning or slight modifications.

[@JonathanLittle001]

Didn't know ford partners with Sony electronics in addition to windows/MS... no wonder it still works 6 years later that was smart af on their part

[@TheHungryRoad]

Agreed! I can’t speak for their newer SYNC systems, but I’ve been in some 2021s that still had a Sony powered infotainment.

[@paulbrownman7307]

I never liked the giant wall of the center console which takes up room in the large interior and constricts movement. That was a deal breaker for me.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I totally understand that, but I’ve gotten used to it. Lol.

[@kirkhullinger1934]

Just baught a 2013 identical to yours love this car!!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Awesome man! Congratulations and thank you for watching!

[@addisonsheffield3764]

I’m a girl with a black on black SHO fully loaded & I still love it. Have done a bit of work to modify it, but other than that, stock is still enough to beat all the boys on the road! 🙃

[@TheHungryRoad]

Now you’re talkin’! What have you done to modify your ride?

[@addisonsheffield3764]

@@TheHungryRoad muffler delete, after market red calibers, got rid of all the chrome made it black & added dark tints all around. 😍 she’s a babe. Haha!

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@addisonsheffield3764. That sounds awesome! Do you have an Instagram page or anything where I could check it out?

[@addisonsheffield3764]

@@TheHungryRoadI don’t!! I’ve been banned several times from almost all platforms... haha! This is my 3rd YT... I gave up on IG & FB.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@addisonsheffield3764. Lmao! What on Earth have you been doing to get banned?!

[@jbynum67]

Why was I just chilling watching this guy?

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. Thank you? I hope I’ve earned your subscription!

[@jbynum67]

@@TheHungryRoad done

[@johnalm9238]

More importantly you have great taste , great under rated cars , i,m jealous , side note they also made a V8 SHO Taurus before they discontinued them

[@TheHungryRoad]

I remember those. Back in the day! They had the long shopping rear-end right? Thank you for watching!

[@johnalm9238]

The V8 SHO Were The Last Gen , Before Ford Discontinued Them in 2019 , The Standard Taurus & Sho Are Identical Bodys

[@johnalm9238]

The standard & sho were built on same platform , ford Discontinued the Taurus in 2019 , the last gen was powered by the SHO V8 , the early gen SHO motors were designed & built by Yamaha Motors , think 88 - 89 was first year , enjoy that limited production gem

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@johnalm9238. I appreciate this and I will!

[@Reaper33333]

Always neem a big fan of these cars. Kind of a sleeper. Quicker than you think. Enjoy it.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Agreed! Thank you much!

[@Willster7471]

I’m actually thinking of trading my SHO for a Stinger GT2

[@gimmefuel7268]

Nice video man. 👍🏻👍🏻 I have the “sister“ to your car. A 2013 Lincoln MKS eco-boost in silver. I love mine as well!

[@TheHungryRoad]

A friend of mine has one too and has done some engine modifications to it as well.

[@pablosteinert5491]

I got Lincoln MKS same motor all wheel drive love it more!!!

[@TheHungryRoad]

My buddy has one of those too and he’s done some serious modification to his. Lol. It’s definitely a sleeper car when done right.

[@matthewashbaugh9254]

I actually just purchased a 2015 Lincoln MKS ecoboost which is essentially the same car as the SHO just the Lincoln version. I also looked at a couple Quadraportes, some Audis such as the S4, RS6, and A8. Also looked at some of the Mercedes CLs... At the end of the day all of those cars tend to come with very hefty repair costs, and the only ones that can do fairly well in snowy winters where I live are the Audis. I chose the MKS because being a Ford made product, the repair bills are significantly less than anything German, and the AWD is top notch and as long as it can clear the snow, it can plow right through it. The very heavy weight combined with the AWD just plows right through snow. Of all the cars I looked at, the MKS with the ecoboost was hands down the best choice. Oh yeah, for such a heavy car, it REALLY scoots. lol.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I’m glad to hear it! Enjoy it dude!

[@truckerdub3561]

Still have the mks

[@matthewashbaugh9254]

@@truckerdub3561 I have 2 now

[@eurosonly]

These are very rare where I live in the North West. Every time I see one it's like seeing a unicorn. I had no idea they came in all wheel drive. But it is a bit on the heavy side.

[@mjohn1574]

I have a 2016 SHO I purchased in 2019.... I'm just want to take it on a road trip across the country.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I say to go for it! Do you have the massaging seats?!

[@mjohn1574]

@@TheHungryRoad Yes, I have the massaging seats! It's a very comfortable ride...

[@TheHungryRoad]

Sounds like an amazing road trip car.

[@karlray2657]

My 2011 SHO is amazing so many features, also you can easily add more hp if you like!

[@TheHungryRoad]

That’s what I’ve been hearing!

[@SomaticDrop]

Had my Sho for about a year now and had nonstop problems but i absolutely love it. Is it just me or do any other SHO owners experience issues? especially when it comes to building boost, its almost like it wont build any, just releases it instantly.

[@TheHungryRoad]

What year is yours and how many miles are on it? It stinks that you’re having so many issues.

[@SomaticDrop]

@@TheHungryRoad It’s a 2015 with 63k, just had a brand new engine and 2 new turbos put in through warranty due to me blowing both of my turbos recently. It still has issues whenever I go to press on the gas it’ll build boost for a second and release over and over again.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@SomaticDrop. A brand new engine at 63,000 miles?! Sheesh! And what kinda warranty do you have that stretches 7 years?! Lol. It sounds like there could be some tuning issues that need to be sorted out at the dealership where you got the engine replaced.

[@SomaticDrop]

@@TheHungryRoad I just recently purchased it last year, bought a platinum warranty at the dealership with the car. I was shocked myself, I managed to blow 1 turbo, they replaced it, blew the other and they replaced it then somehow blew both again. This was after previous engine damage and trouble that has been going on all throughout this year. They replaced the engine and both turbos and now I’m having this issue again somehow.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@SomaticDrop. My goodness. Are you documenting all of this on your own KZbin channel?! This needs to be shared!

[@vincentchirico2531]

Yep, had a for taurus it is infact a boat. Your gonna like that trunk though.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Indeed! It’s come in handy already! Thank you for watching.

[@charlesdawkins4341]

Ugh picking up my 2017 sho black on black Monday after work 💯👹🏋‍♂️

[@TheHungryRoad]

Congratulations my good man! Welcome to the club!

[@phillip9392]

I hope you have better luck with your Taurus. I put around 6K of repairs into my 2013 Taurus...maybe 2013 was a bad year. Had to replace water pump - 2.5K (Only Ford dealership can do it) Had to fix a gas leak not covered by warranty or recalls - 2.5K Had to replace Throttle Body - $400 (put it in myself) Now my engine light is still on, thought it was bad spark plugs...I replaced those but engine light still on. Good luck with your 2015!

[@TheHungryRoad]

OOOHHH NNNOOO! What on Earth happened?

[@phillip9392]

@@TheHungryRoad I edited my post and only put the major stuff in there...but I had to purchase other sensors and stuff I replaced on my own.

[@TheHungryRoad]

@@phillip9392. A WATER PUMP IS $2,500.00?!

[@phillip9392]

@@TheHungryRoad yup, because they had to remove the engine to replace it. It’s a bad design. Lol. The water pump is part of the timing components of the engine. Something like that.

[@eurosonly]

I like how the trunk looks small from the inside until you see the space inside.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I know right? Clever design!

[@royboy9361]

“Not sure how ya roll this over…but somebody figured it out!” LMA😂.

[@TheHungryRoad]

😂 I mean, it’s got to be true! I see cars that get rolled over all the time and I be like, “HHHOOOWWW”?!

[@terrellmiller4768]

Amazing car. I love the SHO

[@TheHungryRoad]

I love mine too!

[@coyoteslugger3936]

I'm considering purchase 2015 PP SHO deep blue. Make sure you change PTU fluids every 30K, that's important.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I do keep hearing that! I really appreciate that heads up.

[@polofrost5078]

Yesssirrrr

[@willveal2372]

This is dope! I just bought one. Same year and everything

[@TheHungryRoad]

Congratulations my good man! It’s an awesome ride and welcome to the club!

[@La-yt1wr]

Good choice but have you ever checked out the Fusion Sport?

[@TheHungryRoad]

I haven’t yet. A long time ago I believe I rented a Fusion Titanium Hybrid in Denver. I really liked that car.

[@DoubleDueces]

Good video! Enjoyed the walk around

[@TheHungryRoad]

Thank you very much for watching! I genuinely appreciate it!

[@quincywashington4395]

Congratulations on your Taurus SHO

[@TheHungryRoad]

Hey thanks! Also, thanks for watching!

[@jayfurness6695]

Sold my 16 SHO SAD DAY LOVED THAT CAR Except for the PTU Ford says lifetime oil? What? If you can find a way to regularly change the gear oil in PTU , will last longer. Catch can is easy to add.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I traded mine in at 128,000 miles a couple of months ago, but didn’t have PTU issues. I had other issues which I address in newer videos on my channel! ☺️

[@MrRyanMacatee]

I have a Ford Taurus sel silver just like this one I love it and yes ppl think I’m a cop to lol

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. It gives us a slight advantage. 😎

[@GrantsDad]

I’ve had my sho for a year and never knew about the button for the trunk on the outside I always use the key or button in the car lol

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

I like the Taurus. Great car. Thanks for the video.

[@TheHungryRoad]

You’re welcome and thank you for watching!

[@Americanman450]

Just bought one yesterday and it will be my 8th SHO

[@TheHungryRoad]

Whoa! You’re a super-fan! I love to hear it!

[@Americanman450]

@@TheHungryRoad first ecoboost, but had many 1st generation and second when I was much younger. Always wanted another so I went with a 2015 like yourself. I'm pretty happy but driving it yesterday I noticed I want to give it a bit more speed at 55 60 mph.

[@steveb2088]

I'm surprised that SHO has not got a SUNROOF!

[@TheHungryRoad]

Me too, but there are a few options this car didn’t have such as the massaging seats, the performance package and the sunroof. It’s still so nice though. 127,000+ miles so far.

[@mrtruthhurts2307]

That car 🚗 is actually underrated

[@TheHungryRoad]

I agree!

[@axetrops]

I’ve thought about getting a SHO but the the value depreciation is really bad.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I respect that. What would you get instead?

[@Meechie4]

Want to see it go heads up with a Kia Stinger GT be a nice race

[@TheHungryRoad]

It could be! I have to find someone to set it up!

[@joeblack5421]

How did you swing that without reparations?

[@TheHungryRoad]

Lol. I don’t understand the question.

[@trevorz86101]

​@@TheHungryRoadHe's been a sob.

[@shamalama29]

Looking to get one, like a 2019 when I retire in 2024. I need a car for a 60 year old dude. I currently have the Ford Explorer Sport. I love it. It has the same motor and moves.

[@TheHungryRoad]

I like your style! Let's hope the car market has calmed down significantly by then or else that 2019 is gonna be like $30,000.00 still. Lol. Thank you for watching.

[@shamalama29]

@@TheHungryRoad Bruh, that’s what I’m afraid of. I should just break down and buy it now. But I want that full package Blk on Blk.

[@TheHungryRoad]

Well, I don’t know where you live, but I just did a quick search on Cars.com and found 15 2019s ranging from $25,000.00 on up to $36,000.00. Several in black. Good luck out there!

[@shamalama29]

@@TheHungryRoad Good looking out. Thanks

[@scottkievning9297]

HELLO YOU ARE SO RIGHT..THAT CAR LOOKS VERY GOOD..SOMEDAY I WANT TO OWN ONE..THEY ARE GREAT FAMILY AND SPORTS CAR ROLLED INTO ONE..

[@TheHungryRoad]

Hello Scott and thanks for watching! Indeed! I wonder if they’ll ever make another Taurus SHO.