I'm Selling the Best Car I've Ever Owned - Mustang GT350

Some cars are easier to let go of than others, and the Mustang GT350 is one of those I'm dearly going to miss. In this episode I summarize my ownership experience with my GT350 and explain what makes it so magical.

[@careyjwelsh]

You are going to regret this.

[@creamfalcon]

That is so true as of today. Prices are skyrocketing

[@MStrange88]

@@creamfalcon even more so now lol

[@2ndchanceinlife]

Your intro reminded me of when I drove an old Honda Prelude. I was behind a lady on a 110 km lane, but she was only going 90 for some reason, I started to try and over take her, and as I got by her side, she sped up and wouldn't allow me to pass, and in front of me was an oncoming car. I was forced to slow down and get behind her. It still lingers in my mind... the feeling of being pissed off. LOL

[@LiteSwitch]

I agree! Like you, I've been fortunate to own many great sports cars over the years. The GT350 is my favorite out of all them. Plus I got new wheels for it yesterday, and fell in love with the car even more!

[@ponyupgarage2960]

You just solidified everything I already thought about that car and answered some good questions. Enjoyed the review man I will own one soon!!!

[@ryang9113]

Bro I'm a current GT350 owner, my last two cars were Jag F-type SVR, and Audi RS3. The GT350 is SPECIAL. I think it's a bad move man, and I think you'll end up wanting to buy another one. Keep us updated lol.

[@q2subzero]

what made you sell the RS3?

[@ryang9113]

@@q2subzero I bought the Jaguar F-Type SVR. (Loved it) But I sold it for the GT-350, don't regret it lol.

[@geoffkh463]

Hi, SVR v GT350 what do you reckon? I take it u r in US? What did u enjoy more on the twisty wee roads? Cause I am in UK and would like both but only Jag puts the steering on the right side !

[@ryang9113]

@@geoffkh463 I adored the Jaguar.....if you dont mind not having a manual transmission, the SVR will keep you smiling. I miss it sometimes but the overall driving experience of the GT350 is more enjoyable, largely due to the awesome manual transmission and 8250 redline. The SVR can border on absurd with the pops and bangs which I personally loved, and the gas mileage was far better than the GT350. How I drive, I get 11 mpg in the Shelby, but in the SVR i would average around 16-18....even up to 25 on long drives cruising in 8th. The 0-60 acceleration in the jag was also much better. GT350 has better handling, better overall sound, amazing driving when you really wanna give it a go, and a backseat area. You're in good hands either way you go. SVR puts you in the 200mph club too which is a little fun in itself.

[@geoffkh463]

@@ryang9113 Cheers

[@TheWhatYouNeed]

I have a 2016 GT350 with the tech pack and it has the magniride dampening.. just no coolers

[@Kraziken0]

I've seen a couple of instances where folks have bought used GT350 cars with very low mileage. And ended up shortly with a blown motor, or engine replacement. Obviously not all are like this. But I think a few of these have been beat up sitting on dealer lots and not properly broken in. At 8,000 miles on my 2018 and it doesn't appear to be burning oil. I broke it in and kept it under 6k most of the time and a majority under 4k rpm and varying engine speeds until 1000 miles. I then changed the oil.

[@nerychristian]

It's one of the risks of buying used muscle cars and sports cars. Especially with manual transmissions. You know that the previous owner probably ran it on a track.

[@Kraziken0]

@@nerychristian I think some of these are cars with huge dealer ADM attached. So test driven over and over and people walking away from over priced deals. Then the dealer maybe lowers the price and they sell. Very hard new miles on the car.

[@Sterfry7]

@@Kraziken0 dealers weren't allowing test drives on GT350s. My 2018 had 15 miles on it when I bought it. Did the proper break in, and I've had no troubles with it so far.

[@AI-lf9qb]

You need more content on your cars before you sell them man😂

[@paul_hd1875]

Kid in a man's car... not surprised... especially considering the other lesbian mobiles he's owned. Daddy is probably filthy rich...

[@AI-lf9qb]

Paul HD_MTB tf?

[@ookjai]

One thing to keep in mind. This GT350 will probably end up being the last ever mustang with manual transmission with stick shift and foot clutch. I think it's a great way to end the era of manual mustangs and the value of such a car will skyrocket if manuals are a thing of the past for entire auto industry. I'm keeping my 2016 GT 350 Track Pack just for that reason, besides it being such a fun car to drive. Every time I drive out feeling I should sell this car for practical reasons come back after the drive telling myself I will never sell this car. Now I just go for a drive whenever the thought occurs to vanish the thought. Works every time. Appreciate the oil consumption info.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I agree with you, we will see less and less manuals. No doubt the GT350 will be a collectible car in the future, I just wish I had more room to keep one sitting around.

[@CarStory]

Who sells a car that sounds like that?

[@omaralvarez9764]

Bruh, thanks for the informational cruise. You just made me make my decision for getting one.

[@AntilleanConfederation]

Get 17.5 + updated oil filter from can to cartridge. Also the oil burning is reduced significantly with amsoil.

[@mistamaog]

Yup, Auto Fanatic has one with the traditional canister filter but uses Amsoil and has no oil burning

[@cashmoney7660]

I have an early 17 with the canister oil filter and if it is properly torqued and had no problems with it

[@videomaniac108]

I think the best choice for a replacement would be a C6 Z06, which you could get for around $40K. You would be getting a 500 hp+ NA engine with Titanium connecting rods in a 3100 lb car. You'd have more torque and a better hp to weight ratio which would translate to a car with better straight-line acceleration and handling around curves. With the Titanium con rods and the forged steel crank and its dry-sump oil system, you probably have a strong enough bottom end for a supercharger with moderate boost and probably get around 700 hp.

[@dougmaverick3287]

911 GT3 with a manual transmission is the absolute ultimate drivers car. Next would be a used 2016 GT4.

[@rickeybarnes6471]

Get 2012 or 2013 Boss 302. It makes great sounds also and very fast and goes around corners. I drive a 2012 Boss ( daily driven)with 78700 miles on it and it’s a blast to drive. It’s not as sophisticated as a Gt 350 but man let me tell you its a raw driving experience. You only put 3000 miles on this car since you owned it! In my opinion, a car is meant to be driven forget that word about being special, drive it!

[@tayl0rd553]

Replace it with a GT350R or a Cayman GT4.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

It's truly one of the best cars ever made! Drives, performs, and handles amazingly, especially for the price!

[@yudax5057]

MaxSpeed Let’s see how that C8 drives!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@yudax5057 no manual and it won't Rev out nearly as much as this thing, that's what makes this special :)

[@yudax5057]

MaxSpeed That why I bought one 😂 but even to a Mustang fanboy that mid engine lay out with such a low cost is fascinating!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@yudax5057 of course! Stingray is the lowest model and now comes with a dct, almost 500 hp and mid engine handling for around 60k... That's insanity!

[@muscleflab]

Dang man, so sad to see it go 😭😭😭😭 Since I'll never get drive or own these magical vehicles that you showcase, I get to enjoy them through your vids. Keep it up and again a sad day indeed

[@savagenigga6993]

matthew vancourt work hard and you can own one

[@muscleflab]

@@savagenigga6993 yea, just gotta find my passion so it wont feel like a "life sentence" at a 9to5

[@markmcanallen9662]

3k miles in 1 year, ridiculous! I owned one and loved it, own a Bullitt now because it actually makes more torque down low, also adding a 997.1 Porsche 911 (2007) to the stable, I think in the year I had my Shelby I put 11k miles on it. And it wasn’t even my daily

[@gopherit4952]

Who cares

[@shawnh7235]

The new Vette looks interesting. The restyled TT? The new Supra? If not how about a car for us older guys who like sleepers. Audi A8? Whatever choice you make, I'll be here to share your joy. Keep having fun bro.

[@jonesy3002]

Any motor that revs high will always burn oil. Honda motors rev 9k plus and I always had to add oil every month also it’s part of the motor being able to rev that high.

[@bstrac77]

Sad you're getting rid of the GT350! Your channel almost made me buy one! Looking forward to what's next. Type 42 Audi R8? 5.2L V10... Gated shifter.... What's not to like?

[@MustangsANDmore]

bstrac77 that’s the car I would go to if I sold mine. 👍🏽

[@tekyguy]

Doesn't the tune void the warranty?

[@FutureGameLight]

there are a few youtube channels where ford denied the warranty claim because it was tuned

[@coreykononchuk]

Hard to top that one; C7 Grand Sport perhaps? GT350 was on my shortlist to replace my 997.1 C2S; now considering an Alfa 4C, Aston Martin V8 Vantage 4.7, or a twin-turbo C6 Grand Sport.

[@nickvarga463]

C7 Grandsport in manual is such a dope sports car

[@cashmoney7660]

Love my 17 GT 350. I can’t think what I would trade it for. Considered the new GT 500 but not sure I want to give up the manual trans and that 8250 RPM.

[@tcr2237]

I notice on my 17’ that when you check the oil, the dipstick inserted one way verses the other (spin it 180 degs.) the oil level changes a 1/2 quart. Anyone else have this issue? I believe the dip stick is the issue. I now alwAys insert it and get the lower reading then fill oil as needed. I burn less oil then before when I would fill to the the higher level (dipstick inserted the other direction). Sounds crazy... anyone?

[@scarbourgeoisie]

I sold mine after only one year of ownership, like so many other former GT-350 owners. There are so many low mile GT-350's in my area, looks like everyone is dumping them and none of them are moving.

[@LearnBreeze]

Why did you sell it?

[@12MileHighLaxer12]

Austin Powers I just picked one up ❤️

[@scarbourgeoisie]

bs6565 Lots of little things that added up, but the thing I dislike about it most was the vibration of the 5.2 flat plane crank. I thought it would rattle all the cockpit trim over a few years of driving. It looked great from both the front and back, but from the side, it just looked like any other mustang. It really didn’t distinguish itself like the original Shelby. It needed something.

[@scarbourgeoisie]

It's Newbs Talk to me after driving it for a year. If you’re still in love with it - then I’ll give you a thumbs up.

[@dylanmeli6213]

A friend of mine worked on the early production and the vibration issues were still a concern when he left the project. You can def feel it. No clue if that will lead to bigger issues down the line but it was def noticeable in the shifter etc. not sure how these will hold up long term, as fun as they are.

[@Big_M_T]

Can I make a joke at your expense to keep you humble? In the thumbnail you look like a mash-up of Abraham Lincoln and Dale Earnhardt Jr. just having fun with you bro, love the content 👍

[@EatSleepDrive]

Lol. This is a new one. You're not wrong.

[@mtujaymo]

Yeah, he looks like Abraham Lincohn

[@Dulc3B00kbyBrant0n]

HOW DARE YOU

[@andrewsanford5833]

can u replace it with the gt500

[@symplman14]

Moving on to a new project. Haha. That’s what I told my ex.

[@FOXDADDYSUPREME1]

Some kind of Corvette should be next. The best one at whatever price you're shopping, will be very competitive for that price. And you still have the m3 and BRZ for those niches.

[@youdiedlol7718]

I love this channel. Thanks for doing it.

[@touringteg]

R35 GTR or 996 GT3. If you can swing it 997 GT3 or GT4. I drove a few 997.1 S and 996 TT and ended up buying a 2011 BMW 1M. Fun factor is high.

[@Rama-jx6to]

GT350R?

[@firestang70]

C6 Z06 would be a good replacement.

[@aerok89]

M2 Competition, maybe M4 (similar size of Gt350), or any Porsche GTS Manual...Am keeping my Mustang GT with my Chinese Box though hahaha I just love it, if I can afford it definitely upgraded it with a GT350

[@videomaniac108]

It may be that Ford designed the engine with loose tolerances in order to compensate for higher thermal expansion due to elevated temperatures from high horsepower applications. I bought a new Nissan 370Z sport coupe and my engine's oil consumption runs about 1 quart per 8K miles. I did do a very careful break-in and did two early oil changes at 700 and 2300 miles to get the metal wear particles out and so that may have helped in getting my rings well-seated with a minimum of abrasive wear on the engine's bearing surfaces.

[@dond7908]

totally agree with your statement is one of the best cars on the market. I currently own a 07 GT 500 that's about 800 hp of the car before that was the 17 GT 350 and as you stated its the best car I've ever owned

[@SuitOne]

About to trade my 12 GT500 for a 19 GT350. Worth it?

[@dond7908]

@@SuitOne how many miles on it, and does it have a clean car fax.

[@SuitOne]

@@dond7908 I don’t have a specific one, but I’m looking to pay low 60s and there’s a couple 2019s in that range with clean fax and very low mileage.

[@dond7908]

I re read your “worth” it statement . Is the GT35O worth the change. My answer is a resounding yes. Doesn’t have the straight line performance of the older GT500’s but makes up for it in many different ways. When you find a GT350 and if it is from a Ford dealer , ask them to run a Oasis on it. If the vehicle was serviced you will find out what issues it had if any. It’s a history of repair work only privy to ford dealers

[@SuitOne]

@@dond7908 awesome. Everyone I ask seems to say the GT350 is an amazing car. Excited to try and make it happen

[@dylanmeli6213]

Also not all owners were irresponsible w oil consumption. I monitored mine..then it blew 4 quarts in a week! No leaks, so I got worried that the Cats would be trashed eventually. These are hand built motors...so some risk involved. Just saying it happened to me (enthusiast w 20years of sports car history) otherwise I would be doubtful as well. There were def some qc issues w some of these cars..I didnt bitch, just chalked it up to bad luck.

[@andyreid6869]

Don't let the green grass fool you

[@rembo183]

A Cayman S (981); with the 6. Or maybe a Cayman GTS or the new Cayman T coming soon this fall.

[@mrcoolzach5123]

I think it’d be cool to see another porsche. 991.1 CS, 981 GT4, 997 GT3 or something like that. I’d assume a 991 GT3 is probably still out of budget.

[@slyr1]

I own the same car and same Color I have 900 miles on it makes me smile on every start. Special car for fucked all the owners over when they started selling it for over 5 years.

[@gray7863]

2015/16 Cayman GTS/GT4 flat six manual trans, the right size,sounds and spec's .

[@dylanmeli6213]

That is what I ended up w. 15 CS. Love it!

[@English2Elvish]

"I love this car, but I'm a dumbass and am going to trade it in..."

[@WheresTheAnyKey1]

how much does it cost to replace the magneride suspension when it finally goes?

[@AntilleanConfederation]

Like 600 each

[@dylanmeli6213]

I had to lemon law mine (2 motor fails commuting nit even breaking 60 lol) but I do miss it. Was an amazing car, just had bad luck. Love my 981 cayman s, but do miss that sound and power!

[@dhjengr8756]

Curious about your experience with your GT350 and engine issues. I just bought a 2016 with some high miles on it but I figured that was a good thing because it had extensive service history and no issues with some daily use. Was it motor flaws or oil issues on yours? Thanks.

[@karag6556]

Never seen your videos before, just saw a GT350 and clicked, it's obvious your going to get a C8 Corvette.

[@mr.2cents.846]

Yup. The moment he watches his friend drive off into the sunset.

[@stevenphilips683]

Is insurance high?

[@john_dee1431]

Good video. How about next an Audi RS model? 5 cylinder sound is something to experience and a good platform for more.

[@MustangsANDmore]

Looking to pro-charge mine next👍🏽

[@HoosierDaddy94]

Nick Franco better build the engine first, boss.

[@rembo183]

What was your next car ? Seemed like you really had the best with the GT350? I guess we are never satisfied with what we have. After one year you moved on to what????

[@Turbo4Joe363]

'ADHD' car ownership....change their cars more often than their underwear. When I buy a car that I really like, I keep it and enjoy it ...for more than 6 months.

[@mdcohen]

Joseph Walsh the best reviews often come from owners because they get to know the cars. We’re lucky Eat Sleep is doing this.

[@mistamaog]

If I had this car I would never sell it

[@jimmygao9434]

Doesn’t a tune ruin the car’s warranty?

[@TonyAguirreJazz]

Dude, what are you looking for? you change cars like socks

[@scottbarker9058]

IVE HAD MY 16 GT 350 2 YEARS NEXT MO.....IVE HAD THE OIL CHANGED TWICE...IVE NEVER HAD 2 ADD ANY OIL 2 MINE...REALLY!!.....AN OLD SHADE TREEE MECH...LOTS OF THESE KNUCKLHESDS DO NOT BREAK THE ENGINE IN CORR.....IM NOT LYING...

[@MustangsANDmore]

Don’t forget the tires... that’s a huge expense, and they just rip through them..

[@matthewmajestic1013]

The GT350 will be greatly missed 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾, from that 5.2 N/A Voodoo motor, to the exclusivity, and the spec that you have👌🏾😍, I’ve always loved the Mustang primarily the 5.0, and the Shelby GT500, but the GT350 and “R” is different 🤓. How do you feel about the type R as replacement 🧐

[@Big_M_T]

GT350R

[@vasantos-re4hb]

Tell us your choices!

[@johnbutler3519]

Was that Locust Corner Rd? It’s been years since I lived in Cincinnati, but I’d recognize that road anywhere....

[@p.l.fanning3447]

2013-14 GT500, Jaguar F type R... yesssss get one.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I like the idea of F type..

[@100thomasmagnum]

I dont get bro, u never keep any of these cars for longer than a few months at most. Maybe more cost efficient for you just to rent one, test drive it a few times, and walla your done and off to your next car.

[@PecanLane]

Brief look at his videos, he sold it 2 months after the Tesla 3 video...

[@cokemachine62590]

I’m guessing he has a GTR or Audi R8 in mind by the hints at the end of the video. Sure, those are great cars, but man I think you’ll miss this 350

[@Unboxed_YT]

oh man love these GT350s, but sounds like a R35 GTR or a Audi R8 is coming next

[@thejohnnerparty]

The elephant in the room - the C8. About the same cost as GT350, just a different ride. ;-) ..... The Supra, but that is way different.

[@Fee.1]

If you happen to be moving onto a c8, I’ve got an allocation already with the deposit placed

[@mike63ful]

Did I miss it, why is he selling it ?

[@yeohooooonyoon]

You ever think about coming to Columbus for some car shows? We've got some pretty decent shows and some great cars in the community

[@richardburns9772]

No.

[@b0kb0k]

Wait... you've had it a full year and only put 3k miles on it? Seems low but that's cool. I get it - it's a KZbin thing... next new shiny thing for new content etc. Try to get a cool car with a manual transmission tho. EDIT: very cool roads where you live BTW...

[@rhatala27]

Next logical choice from a GT350 is a GT3.

[@chrishopkins4716]

you mean a 2020 corvette?

[@rhatala27]

@@chrishopkins4716 No.

[@JohnSmith-ot7iy]

@@chrishopkins4716 🤮

[@immajosh4022]

Chris Hopkins Yes because someone who bought a GT350, is gonna get a mid engine corvette. Truly.

[@cjjc600thegamer7]

Its sad to see it go. I love mustangs they are fun and cool.

[@driver1652]

How much do you want for it

[@vikramdulay8775]

Hey man try hellcat red eye

[@Drako_93550]

2020 GT500

[@qwicxs]

Man my dream car is a GT350

[@spartan9329]

I would upgrade to the 2019 gt500 lol 😝 it’s my favorite car but can’t afford now I’m getting a gt pp1 !

[@Fee.1]

WAIT can I buy it that’s my exact spec desired

[@wills2954]

You should get the new Acura NSX

[@darrenschneider5417]

Eddie needs to appear in your videos...

[@TrackMonkey327]

Great review!

[@leemiddlekauff680]

I have the benefit of commenting later than everyone else. Get a C8. Thanks for the vid.

[@stangmann1521]

I would keep it - Great car .. !!

[@People-Business-And-Ideas]

I'd sell it too... to get a C8. All day!

[@trevonwilson1]

We all know your getting the brand new mid engine Corvette C8 😂 i dont blame you

[@renechimborazo7166]

He is getting the gt500

[@donpido6023]

Why are you selling it if it's so great??

[@AhmedA44]

GT500 will be the clear replacement

[@Plexus37]

No more 350, no more subscribe

[@713vinh]

Sure this car makes a lot of noise and has good power but the looks and size is a big turn off. Honestly I'm happy you're selling it. What next? If you get an import my choice would be a Porsche 997 Turbo. If you stick with American, get the new C8 vette but don't keep it for a long time because everyone and their mother is going to own one.

[@krisshayes810]

Nah c8 is major turn off

[@anthonyjohnson9934]

The new Shelby gt 500 of course.

[@JerryCecco]

drive a used C7Z on street or track, you'll forget about the Shelby pretty quickly

[@josephr.8622]

Oh god no please don't become the next rp production

[@Bill-flatplanefool]

Whomever bought your car first or while it was at the dealer it wasn’t broken in correctly. My 2018 which I flog the crap out of and wouldn’t sell for anything has 6500 miles on it and BURNS NO OIL. Or 710 for that mater.

[@Bill-flatplanefool]

I’ve put all but 3.5 miles on it.

[@1stallfuckyoubitch]

It was broken in perfectly, and a quart and a half in 3k miles is not much at all, go take a look at the posts on the mustang6g forums.

[@dylanmeli6213]

Wrong. Hand built motor. Tons of variance and QC issues. Glad you were lucky!

[@dylanmeli6213]

Bought mine with 2 miles on it new. Broke it in proper. First motor went at 9k, next at 12k.

[@upperleftnorthwest4278]

Next one is a cayman gt4

[@ReevesTop]

Dude why? Noooo! Dont do it

[@lio88jian]

Either an A90 or a C8

[@davidmartin2231]

Getting a c8?

[@EasyStreetGarage]

Nooooo.... With that said my vote is for the C8! Since using AMSOIL my GT350 oil consumption has almost gone down to .5 quarts to 1,200miles. AMSOIL has a higher flash point so much less vaporization at higher head temps such as with the GT350 Voodoo engine. Love my GT350 as you!