Is the 2019 Ford Shelby GT350R worth the EXTRA money compared to a GT350?

[@scottpessognelli1962]

Joe, today I used the word "zonk" at work. Had to explain it.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome Scott! I wish I was there to witness it! lol

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

This stealership marked up the GT350 $3,000 and $15,000 for the R. Crooks!

[@VerisimilitudeDude]

That's what most dealerships are... Stealerships

[@michaelramey4200]

If you shop around and are willing to travel you can get a gt350 under msrp.

[@RaitisRides]

@@michaelramey4200 This is so very true!

[@JuanHZK]

These cars are barely worth MSRP now that the C8 is coming. However, I still want 1🤑

[@JuanHZK]

@@remy5405 No one agrees with you. 🤣

[@SlickJeff2020]

Love the analog speedometer, it means business. Hope they never change it.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Jane!

[@joshuad748]

Always a joy to watch these. Thanks for bring it Joe, really appreciate it. Keep up the good work bud

[@SciolismHD]

Does the GT350R have magnaride suspension?

[@joshuad748]

I bet it’s an option

[@SciolismHD]

joshua D I tried to check but I suck at researching lol

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks really means so much Josh! Thanks for being part of the Raiti's Rides family!

[@RaitisRides]

@@SciolismHD Yes they both do!

[@Homemus]

Man...do I love your reviews. Just can't get enough of them. You found a perfect personal scheme and stick to it. The true love you have for the Ford Mustang and especially for the Shelby GT350(R) is coming across so real - no fake enthusiasm, no fake trendy videos just to get viewers. Hope you get your Shelby through Walker Ford. Too bad though Ford doesn't officially distribute these Shelbys over here in Germany or Europe.

[@gbarton800]

Best comparison video I’ve seen between the base and R GT350. - Agree with you about the touches that would have made the R more separated and special compared to the base. In part, because of the performance oriented updates to the base model, which closed the gap with the R, I bought the 2020 base model. - Thanks for the efforts to make this channel possible!

[@lopezgarage4700]

Cant get enough of the sound of that flatplane I really like how they lowered the hood like the 2019 GT Mustang and how they kept the aggressive 2017 headlights 2 really amazing cars

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@honda116969]

My buddy has a 2016 gt350R it's crazy sounding in person! it revs up as high as my GSR 1.8 dohc VTEC! when I got my Integra 13 years ago I never thought I would see a Ford rev as high lol

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it George! It is an eargasm!

[@floridamaddogg]

Take out any mark ups, and to me it's worth it, but in real life driving, not as much difference in over all driving experience. It's worth it to me because I like having the more rare and different car and the better resale value of the GT350R is worth it alone. I see GT350 around semi often, but never a GT350R. I like the WOW factor. The carbon fiber wheels are sweet too!

[@goofball1_134]

I can see that, if you have themoney go for the r, they ain't exactly daily drivers

[@floridamaddogg]

@@goofball1_134 I agree 100%. I was just answering the question in a hypothetical way. $72k a little too steep for me.

[@goofball1_134]

@@floridamaddogg same here the price seems marked up, maybe if it had a significant hp boost and a bit more alcantara LoL still a nice car love Shelbys

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this and for watching!

[@RaitisRides]

@@goofball1_134 that is a good point!

[@diegodelavega1559]

Hi Joe, I hope you are doing well. First of all I wanna thank you for your videos and for putting a smile on our faces. Joe I feel the only thing that the channel missing is the POV camera. It will give us as viewers even a better feel and view to really join you in your rides as you smoke the competition and go through these twisty roads. I would watch all your mustang, challenger & charger videos you have posted over & over again without getting sick of them with that POV view.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Diego for watching and the great feedback! I will get that together for you!

[@Vic-jc5to]

Just bought my 19 GT350R 2 days ago. I couldn’t be happier. Such a beautiful car inside and out

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats!

[@plk7592]

Awesome cars and presentation, Joe. But for me, the price difference isn't worth buying the 350R or the 350 for that matter. At my age, I don't track cars so all that xtra performance is just not needed. Honestly, I prefer the sound of the regular GT rather than that Rice Crispees snap crackle and pop on the 350's. The 460 hp on the GT is all I need to have loads of fun driving around town and on the open road. Thanks Joe, keep em' comin'.

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Paul! I appreciate you sharing your points on this one!

[@saleen367]

If dealers would make them available for MSRP, everyone would have an R by choice. It's the dealer network that has pushed many a buyer into a standard 350 or PP2 like myself.

[@Nikzww187]

facts

[@rafiulrasheen4738]

What if your ordering a gt350r, can they still mark you up?

[@goofball1_134]

I like the little car history trivia you put it periodically about the gurrney flap(idk how to spell it) and the one about the 350 steps, keep up the good work guys much love :)

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you letting me share it all with you!

[@chiefgoose8682]

Considering how expensive carbon wheels are the “R” would be worth the 9k to 10k dollar mark up but only if you can actually get it at MSRP price.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@user-daviddog]

Your channel is growing fast. Wish you well . You deserve it .

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks David for your awesome support! I can't do it without you!

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

Hey Joe ! I agree again, the most joy and fun you'll ever get. GT 350 with that Tremic 6 speed all the way. As always keep pumping Tom 💪😉👍

[@lyndahammel9502]

Thanks for another great Mustang review. I would choose the GT 350 as a daily driver over the GT 350R.

[@sophdog1678]

Joe and Tom at Walker Ford, a sunny day, and a couple of sweet Mustangs. So good :)

[@RaitisRides]

It doesn't get any better! Well, unless I was buying one of these!

[@damienwelch2261]

Hello Raiti's Rides, from across the pond in the UK. That was a great comparison between the 350 and the 350R, so much so, that I've just hit the subscribe button. I've had my 2019 GT V8 for just under a year now (with all the options that you can get over here) and even though I've added performance parts ( Steeda H pipe, full IRS anti-hop kit etc etc) the manual gearbox just lets the car down a little bit. SO ...... GT350 with the Tremec seems to be the magic ingredient on these amazing cars!! I can tell you that the Mustangs are a breath of fresh air on the UK roads and without exception, everybody over here wants to know about the car everytime I park it up (more than the other cars I've owned like Porsche, Ferrari and Bentley!!!) Would your contacts at Walkers sell and organise export to the UK?? Keep up the great work my friend!

[@Rob...]

the R is def worth it, the carbon fiber wheels alone are like 20k. prob is no dealer is selling an R that doesnt have a 20K dealer markup

[@RaitisRides]

That is s very good point!

[@scottbarker9058]

1 THING MOST PEOPLE DO NOT NOTICE...THE R HAS 30 PROFILE TIRES INSTEAD OF THE 35-S ON THE NON-R.WHAT THAT DOES IS THE OUTSIDE CIRCUMFERANCE IS SMALLER ....HENCE GIVING IT A LOWER DIFFR. GEAR SO IT WILL TAKE-OFF QUICKER + NOT BOG AS MUCH WITH NOT MUCH TORQUE DOWN LOW.

[@RaitisRides]

Great input and info Scott! I appreciate you sharing!

[@roccos9356]

Awesome videos Best on youtube by far Keep them coming!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Joe that really means the world!

[@ZackMuffinMan]

I didn't know they gave the GT350 the 15-17 tail lights. I saw that the GT500 has the headlights from 15-17 as well. Also, I might be wrong, but both have carbon fiber wheels, the regular GT350 they are just painted black, and the R has exposed carbon fiber.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share these with you Zack!

[@KenseisGarage]

Either way, most desirable and enjoyable muscle cars right here. I’ll be satisfied with the GT350, the R is amazing, but I’ll be scare to damage this wheels on this FL roads, plus no back seat is a downside for me. Great video 👍👌

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@john9077]

Thanks for posting these, these are helpful comparisons. Do you know if there's a difference in the calipers beyond the paint color? You noted the rotor's are the same but curious about the calipers.

[@RaitisRides]

Yes there is! Larger pistons in the R!

[@AbdullahHood]

I’d love to see back to back comparison for the driving experience

[@caleer8567]

And here I am loving the all digital screens, half the reason I want to upgrade from my 2010 mustang

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this and for watching!

[@robertstewart3086]

Great review Joe. I cant help but wonder why the poor GT 350 is not offered with the cool looking crescent tail lights like all the other 2018 and newer Mustangs get ? including the new 2020 GT 500 !?

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Robert! I guess Ford says it would of cost too much in R&D to work rework the headlights and tail lights.

[@ericd1632]

Gorgeous cars brother. Wish I could afford one! Or both!! Awesome review as always Joe!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! I feel exactly the same!

[@operamatthew]

yes... because i get much more excited when i see that R badge

[@RaitisRides]

Nothing wrong with that!

[@jsafrit0717]

Old man at 2:43 throwing that door open like a boss lol. Don't care about your paint lol

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! Good eyes!

[@Osito_1613]

Love your mustang videos :) love seeing people with the same passion for mustangs like i do

[@LeadfootLou]

I'd take the standard GT350 simply because of the velocity blue.

[@bennny6988]

Great video... I may of missed it... which one do you like better? If you could buy one of them... which one would you buy?

[@RaitisRides]

I think if it is my cash I would be content with the standard GT350!

[@kevonevans2723]

95% of Americans cannot afford these car, 4% who can afford rather buy boxy SUV leaving only 1% to enjoy these beauties. This shows how wealth is distributed in USA.

[@nfareview]

Wealth distribution? WTF is that? Want nice things? Work more, work harder, hustle until you win. Simple as that.

[@jrag1000]

If you really want something you work for it. If you really want it you will get it. If you don't you didn't want it bad enough.

[@jrag1000]

@1CBRDUDE Cars are depreciating assets of course, but buying something that makes you happy is an investment in your happiness which directly leads to mental happiness which directly leads to overall health and stress relief. I know so many unhappy uptight people on the verge of having a stroke that would feel a huge weight lifted getting a rush from a powerful car on a nice twisty road or the exhilaration of powerful straight-line acceleration. Also depending on your age and driving record insurance isn't much of an issue.

[@morallyemptycorruptedmaggot]

This and a zl1. My dream cars.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@jjacob25101]

Didn't you do a video about this before? The Blue GT350 is perfect for me. I don't need the GT350R.

[@RaitisRides]

I talked about how the GT350R was the one I would choose over the GT350.

[@jjacob25101]

@@RaitisRides They are both great for what you want and need. I just want the Street version in blue with A/C and a rear seat. This is very similar to the Chevy Camaro ZL-1 with and without the 1LE package.

[@VerisimilitudeDude]

@@RaitisRides I'd rather get the GT with performance pack 2 and then upgrade from there with some bolt ons.

[@GrabberBlue5.2]

@@RaitisRides and over the GT500, you said it man! 5:00 mark :->

[@FlyingSparks12336]

If you don’t go to the track dont bother getting a gt350r. Don’t just buy the gt350r for the sound. If you like the sound so much then get a gt350 and remove the resonator

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good rule of thumb!

[@GrabberBlue5.2]

that's funny

[@oswin72]

I disagree I have one I haven't gone to the track lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@SciolismHD]

datdude007 does it have magnaride

[@oswin72]

@@SciolismHD yes

[@yermailmain206]

Eargasm for days with this one👍🏽

[@RaitisRides]

Bring plenty of tissues!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

Great review Joe I absolutely love the 350 and 350 R. But I personally like the 350 cause the outside is simple. Thanks Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jay for letting me share these two beasts with you!

[@the_track_enthusiast]

Another great review. Good stuff

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that it really means a lot!

[@rembo183]

Good morning Joe- I’ve been trying to discover the specific differences between the 2020 GT350R and the basic 350. I know about the obvious ones: carbon fiber wheels and Cup 2 special tires. But CNBC and Autoweek put out articles about how the R has been changed for 2020: front steering knuckles, revised suspension geometry and new steering rack and recalibrated Magneride. These changes may have created a smoother ride for the R making it better with less tramlining and a much softer ride then the regular 350? Have you driven a new 20’ 350 and compared driving feel to your R? I’d be curious to know if the R has a better driving experience then the regular 350. That alone would make the increased $13k price justified in my opinion. Please advise and maybe you could test the new 2020 non R and compare the experience with your R. There really is not much out there that compares these two models in terms of driving on the street. Thanks.

[@Bruce.-Wayne]

If the GT500 gives a manual, it would be legendary at this point, but Ford is trying to do something special here.....the 500 is the first ever stang with a DCT and after months of seeing videos and brochures, all that is left is for people to start buying them and make their own conclusion....I love manuals and I was mad this iconic GT500 didnt come with a manual, but damnit, change is good sometime....😁

[@AA-gw2ry]

An other amazing video! Thanks a lot joe.

[@RaitisRides]

That really means a lot!

[@justicedavenport6388]

When ever i get one it will be an gt350r just to flex 😎

[@RaitisRides]

Nothing wrong with that!

[@deanfochios762]

Do the Recaro seats come in 6 way electric adjustable. I am a taller guy and sat in a 350 at my local dealer--min adjustments available in manual seats. Needed some adjustments that i couldnt get. Are the GT 500 seats the same manual adjustments, heard they might be electric 6 way. Can you clarify.

[@toothybj]

Interesting fact about the original GT350, that the first one built was 350 steps from his office. Did the GT500 get it’s name the same way?

[@RaitisRides]

No Ford chose that name.

[@jeremyhuggins8796]

I hate that the LED's at the headlights, and the taillights are from the '15 to '17 Mustang, and not the updated '18 to present.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.

[@davidatabak9408]

Great video! Keep them coming!

[@derekdenton5137]

Fantastic review,which one would you take home ,Derek Australia

[@RaitisRides]

To be honest if it was my money I would just go with the standard GT350. Especially since they have seem to have done more changes for 2019 with it. I'll pocket the difference.

[@derekdenton5137]

Raiti's Rides I agree,but with the R s Carbon Fibre weels on the 350 if you can option them

[@LS1007]

I may not be a big Ford fan but I do like the GT350’s. Which one are you getting Joe! 🤔 Great review as usual! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I would get the GT350 in a heartbeat and save the extra cash from the R.

[@LS1007]

Raiti's Rides likewise!

[@Jamminmotorking]

I bought a GT350 and love it but if I had the opportunity I would get the GT350R without a doubt!

[@zorazr192]

Damn I live in Salt Lake City and I didn't know that they fly people out here, that's awesome.

[@RaitisRides]

Have you been out to the track Roy?

[@zorazr192]

Yes, I have a wide body 700 hp 2003 cobra built to race around the Miller track. Has a full Kenny Brown suspension with coilovers and Baer 6-piston calipers

[@tiojaime9126]

Awesome V8 sounds, and I love the Mustang. If I could only afford it 😅 Greetings from Australia🇦🇺

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for watching from across the globe and I totally agree with you!

[@AJGT350]

If you're strictly taking it to the track, sure get the R. I would not want to daily drive the R with those wheels though. The cost to replace them is outrageous

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this and for watching!

[@jincho5951]

Yes it’s worth it every penny! Full blown race car ready to race. Like u said u get this gt350r over gt500 any day I would too! GT350R best of the best mustang! ❤️car❤️ 👍video👍

[@RaitisRides]

I love the carbon wheels!

[@armandoalvarado2710]

Do the 19+ GT350/R’s have a single piece aluminum driveshafts? And will putting Ford performance or Steeda magneride ride lowering springs help or ruin its suspension tuned balance?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes

[@mariolastra9709]

Does these cars come with the adaptive cruise control ?

[@OMERDULI]

Joe, you never answered the question. Is the gt350R worth the extra money or not? Which one do you recommend.

[@RaitisRides]

Hi Omer! I try to bring the info and have the viewer decide. If it were my money I would go with the standard GT350.

[@OMERDULI]

@@RaitisRides thank you, funny enough I was just shopping for an R and these thieves Wang 10k over msrp. I wish I can just buy it from a dealer

[@RaitisRides]

@@OMERDULI I feel your pain!

[@stevengonzalez7545]

Can you get a gt350 2020 all black with the really thin red strip?

[@RaitisRides]

If you get an R

[@stevengonzalez7545]

@@RaitisRides I would! But I still want seats in the back lol

[@yooseemotoringchannel3357]

I’ve put in about $2k for R springs, sway bar, camber plate, lighter wheels. Running pretty much even w Rs at the track.

[@RaitisRides]

That is really awesome! Thanks for sharing that!

[@leoxia3458]

bullshit here. 2k can barely get a set of mid-class flow formed wheels without tires

[@Topofthelinetommy]

Tremec trans should make anyone go from a GT to a GT350. That MT82 is garbage, Ford knows but Ford doesnt give a shit.

[@RaitisRides]

I love the Tremec!

[@anthonylessthanzero1498]

Great video! Thank you Bro!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Antonio! Thanks for watching!

[@random04_]

The 2017 GT350R is my dream car...

[@kristiadihartanto2623]

Worthy or not will always depending on how you need them. Daily driver, i will choose GT350 any day. Not too much racey feels on it.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point but now that the standard GT350 also has Michelin Cup 2 tires they are really not meant for everyday use.

[@kristiadihartanto2623]

@@RaitisRides yeah but at least not too much racing aspect like huge rear spoiler on gt350r and its front splitter, also the rims. Those mods really unnecessary imho for a commute car. Except if you are a baller and some car enthusiast or collector.

[@leddygee1896]

GT 350 R is a beast!! The best car Ford has come out with so far. I would love to put one of those engines in a "63 Ford 300 two door coupe... But with a modern chassis!! Oh, and let's not forget the Tremec 6 speed...

[@VerisimilitudeDude]

Wrong vid. 😁

[@RaitisRides]

That would be inetersting!

[@RaitisRides]

@@VerisimilitudeDude I see what you did there! lol

[@leddygee1896]

@@RaitisRides Now, if i only had $100,000 to do it!

[@AJGT350]

Sticks to the asphalt like gorilla glue Lol I like that one

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@dannyMCDelight]

Hey Joe, I think the 350R exhaust doesn’t have resonators

[@RaitisRides]

You are 100% correct Danny!

[@the_track_enthusiast]

They need A LOT more torque to step to a ZL1. I will Admit they sound great and look sharp.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@wdilankakmw]

such a hard choice between two

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@maptosuccess5458]

Nice comparison it's like having your cake and eat it too!!🍰🎂🍰🍴😎

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for saying that!

[@AbdullahJameel-i4h]

The gt350 and the gt350r have similar engines HP and torque so how come the r is faster than the regular gt350 I mean both of them have same top speeds 172 mph

[@DavyDave1313]

GOOD LUCK FINDING A GT350 IN THAT BLUE DAMN

[@MUFCXI]

GT350 😲 GT350R 😩 I came

[@palefaced1]

It's not the same rotor, as 2018 had cross drilled, as 2019 had smooth rotors on the R model.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@HasibYouTube]

I think it does

[@streetiemedia4690]

Is there any automatic GT350R Raitis Rides.

[@RaitisRides]

No automatic for the GT350 or R version. You have to go 2020 GT500.

[@HasibYouTube]

Raiti's Rides cmon I want automatic but I still have time they will prb make one in 2040

[@shuswapcarsandcoffee]

You completely forgot to mention the different tire sizes. Massive difference

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info Drew.

[@lenf3641]

He did mentioned tire size difference at 6:35. Did you watch before commenting???

[@amill1563]

I believe the 500 will go on sale for at least 100k, but is it that much better than an R at 72k?

[@RaitisRides]

I rather have a GT350 over the GT500.

[@MustangsTrainsMowers]

I’m tired of seeing only black wheels available on the GT350 and GT350R.

[@yungdomo3270]

@ 0:42 it would have stole my money if I could afford either one of those!

[@RaitisRides]

I can't argue with that!

[@borzouazabdaftari5620]

How did he manage to avoid the “is it worth the extra money” question?

[@3llaweae]

how are you Joe ??

[@RaitisRides]

I am doing fantastic! How are you?

[@3llaweae]

@@RaitisRides Same here !!!

[@AA-BB]

Don’t mind me. Just reserving space for a dance floor.

[@RaitisRides]

You can dance if you want too!

[@TecDLogic]

Sadly I don’t drive manual but those are one bada** track beats

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@rhatala27]

I'd say so, as long as you actually track it.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@kevinlane7244]

NO, NO, NO.... the splitter on the 2019 350R wasn't added to the GT 350R in 2019.... it was subtracted from the standard GT 350... I own a 2016 GT 350 and it has the exact same splitter as is present on the 2019 GT 350R!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Matthew! I really appreciate you watching!

[@eurypiadozo4203]

Really dreamin to have one

[@RaitisRides]

Same here!

[@stevehines2003]

Both great cars...come on Ford...bring them to the UK! Great vid 👍

[@RaitisRides]

It really is terrible you guys can't enjoy these!

[@petercarey6883]

Geeze Louise Joe. After your ZR1 vs. C8 upload I've spent the entire time back in my Corvette Corral. Now you drag me back out into the fields to spend time with a couple of wild ponies. This is not good for my bi-Polarism. LOL Just don't go back to the McLarens. I may end up as just a blob of protoplasm. 😉 Save the Wave.

[@RaitisRides]

I love to torture you Peter!

[@petercarey6883]

I know you do. I might just have to up my pain meds and have one of each. According to Lee Iaccoca, you know I talk to dead people, he's the mediator between Carroll and Zora who are laying down bets as to which pain med I'll get first. Man, I just can't get a break in this world or the next. 😁

[@garrettbossler4875]

The r is straight piped compared to the gt350 having and x pipe to be more street based

[@4seasonsTrucker]

Great review Joe! Weather looks awesome there. Still waiting on the 2020 camero 1le😆

[@RaitisRides]

It will be worth the wait!

[@elvinrinoa2027]

Beautiful 👍👍😎🏝🏖 2 of my favorite colors n cars

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you bud!

[@treyranda]

It's funny how the "new" GT350 and GT500 use the older mustangs headlights.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@christiangarcia9307]

Get the gt350r,is worth the price,remember,more you spend,more the fun you get.✌😎

[@Feledwards]

Christian Garcia the only thing I see that’s a plus with the 350R are the CF wheels, and longterm value. But in the end, that may be worth it.

[@mistamaog]

I'd also get the GT350 over the a GT500

[@RaitisRides]

I really love the GT350!

[@terrellratliff2229]

They Both, Go , Hard 💯I Will Driver Then Bad Boyz ,I will Driver Then, And. Go ,Hard 💯in 💯Then , 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@terrellratliff2229]

They , Both, Go , Hard I will Driver Then Bad Boyz, I will, Driver, Then , And, Go, Hard 💯, in ,💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@RaitisRides]

Man Terrell you are getting to all my Mustang reviews.

[@terrellratliff2229]

@@RaitisRides yes Yes Yes Yes I, Am,

[@OscarRodriguez-br3kv]

I love those Shelby’s!!!!!

[@therealtouchmyshlong]

2015 gt350r had carbon fiber rims

[@RaitisRides]

The GT350R has ALWAYS had carbon fiber wheels.