I Messed Up Buying The Shelby GT500…

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[@devnull128]

This video immediately brings me back to your original Ford GT video, which I watched when it came out, as an original subscriber. So great to see this content again Parker. AWESOME

[@BillyBob-im7og]

I thought the same thing honestly haven’t really watched since he changed up

[@Mystorytilnow]

Also to comment on the drive mode gripe, yes you can set the mode and then toggle to it. Set it up by pressing the cobra emblem on the steering wheel when the car is in park and customize your settings completely and then every time you toggle the switch toggle it to the cobra emblem and your setting is saved, it’s super easy and honestly shouldn’t be a complaint weighing in what you get pound for pound with this car.

[@Jimmy-ms4sj]

Having driven the new GT500 multiple times, I can confidently say that it would be a death trap with a manual

[@bizkurt99]

WHY?

[@pascutia]

@@bizkurt99 The torque on these is nuts. I feel like with the DCT the power can be more safely put down to the road.

[@bizkurt99]

@@pascutia i see. Thanks for the reply.

[@anthonyacetta1551]

being the OWNER of both this generation GT500 and the 2014 version, NO it would not be. Ford CHOSE to save money and not give us a manual. Money. That's all it always comes down to.

[@randyjr3479]

@@anthonyacetta1551 I drove a 14 and mine and idk how u drive yours but I can't imagine putting the power to a car at full boogie around a corner. Also mine now putting down 914whp and I can say I'm happy I have a dct.

[@steng2495]

For the mode selector… hit it once then use the arrows in the steering wheel to choose track. It’s a lot faster than hitting the mode selector 4 times. Agree I wish it stayed in track mode at all times but then to your 1st point the gas mileage would be terrible all the time so sometimes I just cruise in normal mode to save gas.

[@st.k.4528]

Thanks, man for such a great point. I agree that such a limited production car could get a better finish inside, maybe not GPS software but at least more metal or carbon. I think the metal finished tougle switches look better in other models than black coloured in yours.

[@stangedude5646]

He is rich worried about gas. Fuck him.

[@DEVILTAZ35]

Yeah i don't understand it either. I am not a fan of the Kia Stinger but even that has a better interior yet it's made in Korea on the cheap.

[@Mystorytilnow]

8 miles per gallon? Lol I drive mine pretty spirited but I also don’t drive like an a hole Consistently and I get 13.3 miles per gallon. That’s nothing to brag about but the fuel mileage is definitely not as bad as you say it is. You are definitely splitting hairs with this video

[@nathanruban3569]

and why compare it to an electric vehicle, completely different vehicle targeted towards a different buyer group. People who love muscle cars and the experience they provide aren't lining up to get an EV.....

[@Mystorytilnow]

@@nathanruban3569 right! A true car guy through and through would never jump ship and get rid of a ice vehicle to go electric. I appreciate the technology of an ev but would never ever buy one or even compare it to a Shelby gt500. I don’t care how fast the electric car is, it’s no Shelby gt500

[@nathanruban3569]

@@Mystorytilnow 100% agree

[@dmejia706]

Yep saw this coming... VV original

[@casey8083]

It had to happen😂

[@snowflakekiller6905]

Bruh he literally said it in the last video 😂🤦‍♂️

[@JohnSmith-bp7pg]

happens every time he buys an automatic 😂

[@whiskey_icarus]

Would have much preferred up/down toggle switches as well, so on point there. I'm just glad the car drives well enough to distract me from the issues I found

[@JakobsCarsAndMore]

I agree with all of those things. Especially the back seat. I am 6ft2 and I had to sit in the back of a S550 and my head was on the roof and my knees in my chest. Not good at all. Seat delete go for it

[@twany442]

I don't know anyone that has bought a Mustang for the back seats. Said know one ever!

[@fullthrill7314]

Yep, track mode will hurt the gas mileage 🤣

[@gtjetfire5126]

As a GT500 owner, I agree with everything you said 100%

[@Boostedm3nace]

The only manual that would work is a tr6060, but look at the hellcats. The weight of these newer cars combined with the tourque makes the manuals very fragile. I know of guys that have been 2 or 3. The weight specs aren’t far off from a hellcat. I have 850whp on my hellcat and won’t push it any further power wise because of the manual. That being said my next move is either a Turbo S or Gt500

[@BadgerGT500]

I own a GT350 and an S2000, I love my manuals. However, I really do feel that the DCT in the 500 REALLY optimizes it’s performance. They’re performance beasts.

[@GreenGoRacing]

You need to program your My mode configuration and then it’s just one click away with the mode switch. It becomes the first option. But yes it it would be nice if it stayed in the last mode you drove in

[@dragonram7]

Love the GT content. Parker's got his grove back doing analysis like no one else can

[@Delg]

THIS AINT NO DAMN G..T. THIS IS A GT500! PUT SOME RESPECCCC ON THE SNAKE

[@jaharris373]

Literally laughed out loud when I saw that navigation system 🤣 😂

[@strikeyoudead9594]

same😂😂

[@nomthanqonji6823]

ghetto

[@HtriZzy_]

One of the biggest reasons why I walked away from a gt500 and opted for a c7 z06 for 30k less.

[@ramondejesusmunoz3675]

I own 2021 GT500 CFTP and when I fill up my tank miles range is 226-234 and I drive all the time in sport mode.

[@eddieh9857]

put a Motec in it Parker im sure they can tune it to do that :)

[@5pointohno15]

You buy the Gt500 for the experience, not the "base model interior" or gas mileage. LMAO... Loved my Gt500, drove the shit out of it, had the windows down and radio off 100% of the time. Why anyone would by a $90k car marked up to $125k and then complain about it is beyond me. Also, you can definitely fit people in the back.. hell, I even had a car seat back there.

[@elstingergt3374]

100 miles till you have to fill up is ridiculous though. You’ll spend more time at the pump than cruising having fun.

[@5pointohno15]

@@elstingergt3374 I got 280 miles on 91 stock and 190 miles on e85, pulley, tune, ect. I guarantee he does a lot of stop and go traffic driving / idling. Again, don't buy a car with a fuel economy score of 1 and a combined MPG of 14, then proceed to complain about it. LMAO.

[@fullthrill7314]

He does complain videos for all kinds of cars lol. It’s a thing.

[@JoseReyes-je4vi]

Great video Thinking about getting one but you should of done a pull outside view at the end to be like but this makes up for it 😂

[@jameslopez5652]

So many of the interior things you said you wished were better are exactly what my car has. 2015 Mustang GT 50th #542 of 1964 (Wimbledon White). Other cool thing I believe is accurate, or from what I have read a few times, is that the true 50th anniversary cars were the only way to get the track pack with the automatic. Also 3.55 gearing. Love that car. 6th Mustang.

[@518official2]

I average 14.4 gallons on mine and that's being spirited as well. Hell, I even did a test once and drove from full to empty trying to get the best MPG and I averaged 34mpg from full to empty... (most of it was downhill coasting) but still. Definitely not as bad as you make it out to be. You must really be at redline 3/4 of the time

[@Kodybologna]

I've been watching your videos for years, used to be so jealous you had a Gallardo. we're the same age, I've 20' GT500 Twister Orange Carbon Fiber Track pack now. love this car too can totally relate! Track Mode every day

[@MFalcon215]

Love my 2020 GT500. Yes, fuel tank is too small!!! And that Navigation is dated, but thankfully it has Android Auto and Apple Car Play. So all I use is Waze anways...

[@huracon6606]

Exactly. I haven’t used the navigation at all. Always have CarPlay for that!

[@bentleystudiosusa]

Just create a my mode, it’s way easier to get to after you start the car! It’s how I have it set up on my GT500

[@VehicleVirgins]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@orestesdocampo5533]

Parker: I get horrible gas mileage Also Parker: I only drive it in track mode…

[@f.mazz.459]

Ya, I totally agree with all those points. If the car was under 100k with options then I'd say no. But considering how much he paid, the lack of quality in those features is ridiculous

[@Chris-hw4mq]

over 700hp for 100k is cheap. In europe you cant get so much hp for this money

[@f.mazz.459]

@@Chris-hw4mq Horsepower has little to do with it. If you're paying for a car OVER $100k before options, the interior finish and controls should be better quality. You can buy a 2021 BMW M4 Competition in that price range. Go see what the interior of that car looks like. Or buy an even cheaper car and tune it to produce 700+hp

[@huracon6606]

The MSRP for the car is under $100k. Just because a dealer marks it up $30k doesn’t make the interior nicer. I paid MSRP for mine and the thing is fantastic.

[@twany442]

@@f.mazz.459 Girl Stop! What can you afford? Exactly!

[@jc-kj2on]

I love that you addressed the manual or lack of... i feel like eventually i will just give up on sports cars if everything new is paddle. Atleast the 350 is a great stick but the 500 would have been glorious!

[@Cr5pt0Puzzl3B0x]

Unless you are a professional driver you wouldn’t survive in this car with a manual

[@rtreyk]

you need to try it before you knock it, i thought that too before i got one

[@jc-kj2on]

@@rtreyk i hear u bro its better in every way but i feel like i have nothing to do, my favorite car was my e46 m3 and my buddy had a better one with a blower and smg and i hated it, no fun to me. I also had a spin in a brand new r8 spider and i felt the same, i felt like i was in a fast vw , its hard to explain but when i see a nice car and no stick im like 😒

[@rednexium4100]

I just want to say my friend has 350 small block stock in a 80 Chevy tool truck and it would be amazing to see that type of mpg

[@calebvasquez1]

Great video loaded with 5 valid information. I definitely won't drive a mustang with a automatic nob.

[@boka.ng_]

We Love You Here In South Africa Parker🇿🇦🇿🇦Keep Up

[@phobomlaba1104]

🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@JoeMaters]

On the mode stuff, just save the track mode on my mode and all you have to do is flip the mode switch once 🤷‍♂

[@user-qm9oo2fd2o]

I know it’s way to late but, see if you can pick up a slightly used GT350. I was able to pick up a new ‘19 GT350 in June of 2020 fully loaded for

[@richardp444]

Hey man, I put both my kids in car seats in the back seats of my GTR. If there’s a will there’s a way!

[@littlejackalo5326]

Do you have a keyboard shortcut setup so you don't have to type out, "my GTR" in every comment? LOL. Tool

[@richardp444]

@@littlejackalo5326 not only do I have a shortcut for it, I am flattered you follow me so closely to notice

[@nathanthomson777]

@@richardp444 you’re just cringe

[@jotunn4599]

@@nathanthomson777 not as cringe as you💀

[@Piffydaily]

Put the navigation in 3D mode, it'll look a little better lol... Thats the 2D bird's eye view

[@elitepokerruns]

Save track mode to "My Mode" and It's only two clicks to your favorite drive mode. It is a pain and it's funny that they give the option on the new Bronco to enter last mode. I guess it just came out two years too soon.

[@theraggededgeonboardfastes8461]

You never mess up buying any Mustang you just haven't lived long enough to figure it out...All Mustangs are perfect...

[@jayd5699]

Gr8 vid! Thanks for sharing totally agree with what you say

[@Portland4114]

Great review. I found it really helpful

[@Fsowavyk]

When ppl make these vids I always ask why buy the car

[@stakkzip6638]

Cause ppl love to complain

[@as2223]

@@stakkzip6638 And go fast while complaining about how fast its drinking gas lol

[@jasonlavoie1465]

Manual transmission is why I went with a Stage 3 Roush… I miss the snake but only gave up 10HP

[@camronnclemons1863]

6:01 yo This was the hardest I laughed all day 🤣🤣🤣 “are you kidding me”

[@chrislucy1589]

Glad you are enjoying the Mustang, definitely good points

[@Mike-dd8bd]

I would pick a manual also but I completely disagree that most would.

[@user-qm9oo2fd2o]

Curious how the new Mach1 transmission numbers will play out….”Manual vs auto “choice”. Younger crowd choosing the auto and old guys like me choosing the manual????

[@washingtonconsultants1041]

Wow good points. Especially the plastic buttons. Carbon would look awesome. Do they sell aftermarket carbon?

[@skeletonmandiecastcollector]

I had a 2005 ford mustang and the speakers in that year model looked fantastic and sounded great as well but sadly i don't have that car anymore.

[@hopejoh6760]

I like how you did the review on the gt500. Honest!

[@mphdesigns19]

I mean considering they source a Tremec for the GT350/Mach1, you’d think they could’ve sourced one for the GT500. I’m sure Tremec makes a trans that could handle the power/torque.

[@DANJAY24]

how u say ridiculous, is so insane bro.. loved the vid 😄

[@Darren-su2gm]

What are you talking about the gt500 does come with a manual shift mode so you can use the shift paddles on the steering column stalk so you can shift it.I know it doesn't have a clutch pedal and knob shifter though.How would you control 760 horsepower with the torque and power the mustang outs out without losing control and crashing.

[@poopscooper5038]

The GT500 is Exactly why I own a GT350

[@shelbygt500miranda7]

I had a 350 but when I got my 500 no looking back. You need to understand the amount of power

[@poopscooper5038]

@Shelbygt500 Miranda If I wanted more more I'd boost the 350...

[@shelbygt500miranda7]

@@poopscooper5038 these gt500 are calibrated for perfection and you'll have to go through soo much crap to get a 350 to that point if achieved

[@poopscooper5038]

@Shelbygt500 Miranda Manual gearbox and driving experience is what I want. The 350 you drive not just steer

[@freedomfox8183]

@@shelbygt500miranda7 no you don't they have cookie cutter packages for the 350 that make great usable power through a real engaging manual transmission.. no comparison the gt500 is great in every other way but definitely should have the dct of manual option that woulda been awesome

[@tangstanggt5006]

Cruising mine when it was stock I was able to get well over 20 mpg. However it's damn near impossible to keep your foot out of the loud pedal. Annnndddd bring on the single digit mpgs. 😂

[@MarMPB]

Well, it’s a fantastic car that could be improved, of course. But wait: you said that it can hang with a Porsche GT3 RS on track! Recently I saw a price tag from a Porsche dealer in California of a new 992 GT3 with a 225k, plus a “market adjustment” of 150k. So, 375k. You got a beautiful, reliable car, that sounds great and can hold it’s own against a GT3, for 120K!!!! I think you got a pretty good deal…

[@InsertPandaHeree]

Well, Ford shares several components across several cars (Ecosport, focus. You name it, they probably share something), Surely some of the buttons there can easily be found in a focus. Personally, I am not bothered by the feel of buttons, more of how connected you feel to the road while driving

[@DiscoR53]

It only has one mission in life go fast, turn and stop. Steering weight, brake pedal feel are a must then the seats.

[@asdf51501]

I get 12.7 MPG out of mine, but yeah, the range at full is about 200 miles. I don't drive mine hard all that much as it hasn't yet had its first oil change. The DCT and its dial shifter doesn't bother me, as I previously had a '17 NSX which has a push button shifter that's arguably worse. If there was a manual option, I'd have gone for it. The nav I don't use, as I use Apple Car Play in mine. You make good points and I agree, but like you I also love the car. In fact, as a daily driver it's much, much better than the NSX. Mine is very similar to yours with the same options, but in gray with the painted stripes, and I got it for 101K, not 120K.

[@rolandofoster6996]

Lol yea sure buddy

[@fluffythenut4615]

I have a Audi RS5 but german engines are a shit show. Is the 500 in your opinion a good, reliable daily driver?

[@XessiveGamer]

I thought some company sponsored this purchase?

[@jimnorris4600]

I wonder if they could install a larger fuel cell for you? I wonder how your mileage compares to the C8?

[@mix07007]

I have a mustang and had 2 adults seat in the backseats. You need to move forward the front seats obviously. Its not a great experience but it works. So that point is completely false.

[@shizz7480]

That gear sundial and 09 Nissan Altima screen and buttons are absolutely absurd for the price tag of that car.

[@davidestrada7337]

I would order one with a tremec manual only

[@DonSeldum]

In my country it's 50% more expensive currently for gasoline than what you paid.... things are getting a bit crazy price wise.

[@kylebackhus8320]

I had a 2018 gt performance pack and at 1/2 tank your range is 99 miles insane even for a sports car basically a fuel cell thanks ford

[@SDChargersCR7Beast]

I have a GT500 and I have no idea how you only get 150 in range. When I fill up I get 230-250.

[@as2223]

Track mode is killing it. I got the same 230ish or so in sport.

[@Gedalneil]

How many MPG in “normal” mode?

[@mustangsandstuff4245]

I have a 20 CFTP, and would vote no for a manual. The DCT is perfection.

[@Nick91768]

I hate the dial gear selector. I always said you should be able to select a gear without looking down or fumbling with it. It can be very dangerous in certain situations. What's next, voice activated gear selection? SMH

[@bensherrington]

No offense to parker, but some of his recent videos have been a bit clickbait. This ones title is very different to what the video was about. Clearly he doesn't think he messed up buying the car. and the thumbnail helps the title. And a little over a month ago, he titled his vid about a one off sultan of Brunei car, yet less than a minute out of 15 was spent with the car. Clearly it was just about visiting a museum and such. Not trying to be hatefull, but it's a let down

[@cebarrett1997]

Parker: buys a performance car to have fun with Also Parker: complains about the features that have no affect on performance

[@clintmiller88]

About the navigation ask if BMW or Porsche navigation looks like 130k-200k

[@qasimqureshi3289]

They do tho?

[@gtb5]

These push button and spin wheel transmission controls can be deal breakers.

[@josefsmith3140]

Same thing I said about the GT that thing has some of the same switches that are in my mom's 2013 fusion.

[@tonyp.2591]

You can save your mode for the car. It's called MY MODE. Set it in my dad's 2021 for him.

[@davidstevenson2188]

Omg Driver Door Ajar was a message on my dad's early 1990s Chrysler!!

[@patmason7276]

Sports car smaller tank means less weight . Buy a f150 has better navigation and steel speaker grills. Ford takes great pride in cutting cost.

[@deMocskonyi]

Android Auto and Apple Carplay are revolutionary. No longer do we have to settle with proprietary nav systems or having to Jerry rig our phones on the windshield as alternate methods. Just a simple pair through your car and boom, simplicity.

[@michaelcurley989]

on december 30th 2018 I bought a 2018 Mustang EcoBoost for 21k out the door brand new, its crazy how your car is over 5x the price and like exactly the same but the engine.

[@ryanfaubert41]

Ways to fix the gas issue. Just put it in normal mode

[@Mikefawbush]

That's why i'd have to have a manual in a Stang

[@xevious2501]

I agree that the mustangs interior could be better material wise. And if anything possibly make it optional from factory. standard and premium interior offerings. ANd ford could very well go thru a third part mustang manufacture like Saleen to do such a thing. It reminds me of when the s350 mustang concept debuted with the Giugiaro design and interior, it was AMAZING even to this very day. such an offering i believe would see many orders. as many people with such premium mustangs like the Shelby's or Saleens would love to see their cars on a much higher plain than the normal mustang. A premium car both inside and out. as for the next generation mustang i dont think theyre going to change much at least not until the very next model. which at that point would be a truly all new car. The current Mustang is one that A LOT of people like. so i doubt they want to run from that. BUT the next generation mustang must hit all targets. AND it would have to have both an EV and V8 offering. One could assume the standard production mustangs will indeed be EV's acquiring much from its Mach-e sibbling. ANd the V8 will be the lower volume produced car. which is fine. because if that EV is tesla level fast. ALOT of people will want it even without the rumble of the V8.

[@randyjr3479]

I get 200 miles a tank sometimes less but I'm full Bolton e85 only thing I don't have is a ported blower. 917 whp if I get ported it would be at about 1100. But I'm getting built and twins 🤪 cause at this power level it still drives like a stock gt500 still can drive on long trips no worries for a year now just gas stops but I'm mostly highway driving and cause I can go anywhere where I live that way.

[@jorgesalceda634]

Is it possible to install regular stick shift😵

[@ilukatube1972]

Gt 350 or the Mach 1 for mere mortals....much better for track and daily driving....great video thank you!!

[@gshell2520]

That front end is mean! Looks nice

[@todo2657]

40 or 50 before filling ? Please

[@trentgalbiati4709]

You can have ur saved drive mode I can I’m my gt u can for sure in ur Shelby set it and it starts in that always

[@mustanglife7420]

If you're only doing 8-10 mpg, you need to learn how to drive your GT500. Modes are customizable and you can program however you want them. Not sure about it defaulting to it on start up, but you can program your exhaust to quiet mode on start up every time. Minor things for an awesome car. It isn't perfect, but compare it to the Dodge and Chevy pony cars, and it is superior.

[@joeklopp4842]

Getting 8-10 mpg must be only in track mode and pounding it in the city. You can get almost 20 mpg on the highway.

[@ReevesTop]

Good Review! We all know your paying for the powertrain and chassis on these cars! The creature comforts are left for european cars! I still love my 22 CFTP GT500! Best car ive ever owned! Will never let her go!

[@ChrisJohnson-cn6cg]

are u 4 feet tall why u so close to the steering wheel?

[@cuttingedge4009]

Garage update???

[@techlaw997]

What is your gas mileage in normal mode?

[@onandofftheroadagain]

I was wondering that myself. Track mode surely isn't for good mileage. I sure the most fun to drive, no doubt.

[@huracon6606]

I get about 13.5 using sport mode daily

[@goliath63079]

Gee, I wonder maybe if you drove in ANY drive mode OTHER THAN TRACK MODE you might get more fuel economy than 8 mpg!!!! If you want a manual, buy a used gt premium then spend 15k in upgrades then you can have a supercharged stang that will have motorsport suspension and 750 hp that will keep up with any gt500 and 1/3 the cost and every bit as capable.

[@cesarpolanco3623]

Stanggang nobody riding in the back🤣🤣🤣🤣🤟

[@lancegallant3647]

The video where u drove the b7 rs4 You looked so happy ! I think an apr supercharger and a b7 rs4 would make u extremely happy pls get one :-)

[@icedcoldkilla]

You don't buy the gt500 for the interior.

[@shelbygt500miranda7]

Exactly!!

[@paw45]

In this episode. Parker imitates Ru Paul, and critiques the Ford Mustang GT-500.

[@captainjinx42]

I know I’ll get some hate but I’ve got a 1le on order specifically because of no manual. The gt500 is an amazing vehicle though!

[@baileybray5739]

Why not go for the 350 since it’s stick?

[@Hesster_dj]

The best thing I think you've ever said lmaoooo. Perfect for water bottle sized legs 🤣 7:32

[@wernerdanler2742]

My 69 428cj probably got that kind of fuel mileage but I didn't care because you could get fuel for way less than 50 cents a gallon. I could go more than 90 miles on a tank though. Lol I never tried to get anyone in the back seat but I don't think I could have. Your car looks so much like the 69, except the nose is a better design. I did have a manual gear box though, but only 4 gears. That is definitely not a daily driver.