Is the 2024 Ford Mustang GT the BEST manual transmission sports car to BUY?

[@motorheadbanger90]

Mustang videos on Rati's rides are a must watch for me. Every. Damn. Time

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back!

[@MrMashman93]

You’re so right

[@Bum_Hip]

I love the predictability of your reviews. I know what, and when you are covering important specs of the car you’re dealing with. Plus you cover a wide range of cars, and trucks. Thanks for the videos Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so really awesome of you to say! Thank yanks for tuning in!

[@bryy2053]

My first manual drive was back in 1997 or 98, it was my friends 86 mustang 5.0 in black primer. The noise and the torque through the rear wheels back then for a 16 year old was wild. The gas pedal with the noise and pull was intoxicating. I havent driven a mustang since, but cant imagine how fast they feel now comparitively. The SOUND of this new one is amazing!

[@302Mustang13]

The Coyote accelerates hard. It might seem a little soft initially at speed when you push on the throttle, but going through the gears is quick and pins you in the seat. I've had my Coyote 5.0 Mustang for 11 years and could never get rid of it. Be warned if you test drive one you might not want to leave without it.

[@bryy2053]

@kennetho5393 if I was 10 years younger or without kids I'd have got one. I love mustangs of almost every generation. Instead, I just secured a shelter green Ranger Raptor to be built in july so I can do dad/light truck stuff and have some fun too

[@302Mustang13]

@@bryy2053 Sounds like a good alternative. I have three kids and have had a Mustang as a second vehicle since 19, although I took a few years off after the second. My 7 year old gets mad if I don't take the Mustang out. One word to describe Coyote acceleration I use is explosive.

[@bryy2053]

@kennetho5393 thanks man. Wife, 2 young kids, 2 dogs and up here in the Northeast, not very good roads to be kind. I got sick of running the crack and pothole slalom 6 mos of the year so a sports car would definitely be a 3rd vehicle for us. My corvette has sat in the garage for 8 years. I don't have time for it unfortunately

[@LovelyBreakingWaves-gu2cv]

The new Mustang is a home run! Perfect style and looks! Let us thank Ford for keeping the muscle car alive ! Come on people!

[@mattmanley7118]

It certainly is !! Mustang go vroom! That blue is stunning ❤

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

The Ford Mustang is my favorite sportscar fromUSA ❤🎉 the first time i came to America for holiday i saw this car parking i was directly in love with this car thankyou Raiti's love your content always and yout wife Lori that make it this always possible for al of us🙏 thankyou so much Ma'am

[@maxwellwellmax878]

Beautiful car and nice to see a 6 speed Manual in 2024. Only thing I would change would be an analog gauge cluster.

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

Atlas Blue is a cool color! And yeah the Mustang is worth it, especially the manual transmission that it comes with!

[@fortheloveofnoise]

MANUAL TRANSMISSION, LETS GO BABY!!!!!!

[@rickjames6867]

The Atlas Blue is phenomenal. Those rims are some of the best I have seen. The 480 HP Coyote powering this magnificent machine will surely be exhilarating. Super nice car. I can't remember the last time a Mustang GT caught my eye like this one does. 👍☮️

[@JCTiggs1]

I can't believe Ford removed this color for the 2025 Mustang. 🤔

[@suzanneflowers2230]

The wheels can indeed make the car. Proof here!

[@RonnieMorgan-fw8qj]

So many better options with the aftermarket. Stock wheels are a must change!!

[@bobbyjones2112]

Looks way better than the dark horse, it doesn’t have eyeshadow on..lol😂

[@crazymonkey60123]

Yeah that’s weird… the only color good on the dark horse is black 😂

[@reggienhappiness8851]

Zonk the Heat Extractor for being to far forward. Also Zonk for not having fog Lights. and Ford we really don’t like fake vents so please do something different next time.

[@cls2863]

Color n wheels are great! And the short throw even better! Definitely a good bang for the bucks !

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Yes of course Joe & I will buy this car 1 day.

[@kgthegreatone943]

Finally a mustang with good looking wheels

[@RonnieMorgan-fw8qj]

With so many aftermarket options, stock wheels are a bust!!

[@JerryByrd-x7i]

I agree

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Phenomenal color, wheels, and styling.

[@Jack.Smith80]

Joe. finally, you kill me by great muscle car reviews, I kiss this coyote V8 on this Mustang. ❤❤❤

[@omarcortes5754]

Such a nice car, sounds so freaking good. Now I'm feeling inspired to make some magic.

[@jamesrogers7174]

I bought a 2015 GT and really wanted a manual, settled for a automatic, best decision I ever made, LOVE paddle shifting and Rev matching.

[@bobbyjones2112]

My last my first mustang GT was a 1982, and my last mustang GT was a 1987. These cars have blown way past my budget. It’s a shame because I would definitely buy another one!🚗🤩

[@302Mustang13]

You can get one used for a good price. I bought my 2013 5.0 manual slightly used in fall '13 for $31.5k. Stickered for $39.5k. You can probably pick up a 2015-2017 5.0 for around $25k right now with 60k miles. That's the best years besides mine.

[@حسينعلي-د4ب3ت]

@ford we need the old skool e-break next to the 6 speed manual transmission. I'm turning into a ford fan since the new charger/challenger lost its manual transmission... the corvette before it too.. so thank u ford for keeping the manual transmission

[@asbrandonsconcerned]

Heck yeah! Love that color and those wheels. Beautiful spec.

[@alfredortiz1925]

Love the new stang, LOVE RAITI's MORE!!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say!

[@stevesmith2155]

Raiti, I drilled out the blocked grills after I checked out how to change out the blocked grills or how to change them out altogether, the mustang GT is the best bang for the buck.😎

[@ronaldholland2913]

That is a nice car! I love the wheels. I'm an old guy. What you wanted back then were the shiny wheels - Crager SS, chrome reverse if you didn't have that kind of money, and if you didn't have any money you had black steelies. (Must be why I can't get into black wheels). The blue paint, great V8 sounds, row your own gears. Doesn't get much better!

[@davidp2888]

2 PM is Raiti's Rides time!

[@JamieToddBand]

Yes, it's not having the fastest car, but being able to enjoy the experience! Wish I could afford this to pair with my Civic R! Love the review experience Joe!

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

5:18 I feel like pink wheels wouldn’t look right. But again, all personal preferences, I’m sure Steven would like to have them on the wheels if he bought this car. Bronze is a good one too, I like any color on the wheels, mostly brass, black, or alloy.

[@gordydexter2615]

Wow Joe you really make great videos. Love your positive attitude and enthusiasm for the Mustang GT. The AE had a manly tone and it improves when you delete the resonator and replace it with an H-pipe or even the X-pipe. I like the new blue color and these 20 inch aluminum wheels are great. If I get an S650 it will always include the Performance package option and magna-ride suspension. I have two manual sports cars now. I am leaning towards the faster 10R80 Automatic transmission and just daily this car with Kooks headers and Borla AE S-Type catback or maybe the AWE Switch-path cat-back. I would enjoy meeting you guys at a big car show and sharing cool car stories. Great work by you and Lori‼️👍💪🇺🇸😎Cheers Bro‼️

[@jfscotch]

20:03 time stamp. Joe distracted by truck entering roadway that he was salivating over how much fun this "truck" is to drive. LOL.

[@adrianjohnson1373]

Noticed that too!😂

[@perjess1969]

I'm still not a fan of those screens however, the exterior does look better. Nice to see something other than black trim, black wheels.

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

FORD are very smart to keep the Mustang alive with "normal" engines....I C E I C E BABY. What a nice car and those wheels with the blue....WOW. Thank you Joe. PS: I enjoy the humor !!!!

[@martingriggs9865]

One of the very few manual sports cars left. I just bought a 2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder with a 5 speed manual and 79,000 miles. I was looking at a bunch of Miatas, but they felt too claustrophobic with the top up. They also were way overpriced. I found the MR2 at a local dealer who couldn't sell it because it needed shocks and tires on all 4 corners. I got it for $9100 plus tax. If the dealer would have replaced the shocks, and tires he could have sold it for probably $11,500 +. The shocks, and tires cost me about $1,200, and that's retail. I will never understand how some dealers think.

[@RaitisRides]

It is really said what is happening!

[@comicrandomness3289]

Whenever i give people rides in my mustang or let them drive they always have a smile. They tell me it's fun to drive. The world would be a happier place if we drove more fun cars. Sport and muscle cars.

[@flea4061]

I love the wheels on that model. I wish there was a wider version.

[@jeffreyblackwell5500]

Thank you Joe for showing a sports car. On today’s review. Hey Joe you should get you a seven gen mustang. You already have a six gen mustang. Not just any six gen mustang. You have a. Shelby 350 R. Heritage edition. Keep up the good work Joe👍🏾😀

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring it to you! I am waiting to see what is coming down the pipeline.

[@ioan6211]

I ordered this exact same trim with those same wheels in Black. Can’t wait to get it!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are going to love it!

[@MrMashman93]

When Joe drives a Mustang he’s just different you can tell he goes back to when his dad had a GT350 and he took him out. Joe has GT350R in Wimbledon White with the Voodoo and it’s bad ass. He has a couple of other muscle cars, but I would bet his Shelby is the nearest and dearest to his heart. Joe is so freaking passionate about cars too. ✌️

[@JayMartel24]

I driven a 1993 Nice Green Mustang GT in 1994 to Toronto from the Atlantic Provinces took 20 hours we took turns driving. I found the seats were to low and the dash was so high I am 5'10 I loved the sound of it and the Drive was so good and smooth The car you are talking about That is my Favorite Shade of Blue I can't drive a 6 Speed unless it's automatic I can drive a 5 Speed . First time i driven a Stick shift was in 1992 my Brother taught me how to drive a 5 Speed in 20 mins the Funny part is when stopping at the lights for the first time in a 5 Speed what does it do it jerks and turns off . The only way to learn is keep trying also didn't help when i had a line of cars honking the horns . Love the Inside of that Mustang noticing the Dash is high on that one as well Your funny Gobstoppers are they Jawbreakers 🤣 Would have been cool if it had White Interior with the car being blue and all I need to ask a Question I have been seeing Videos on KZbin that the Trans Am Firebird is back for 2025 is that fake I didn't click on the video figured it would have been Click Bate Would you be shocked if a cop is hiding behind a tree with the radar gun for speeding Great Video

[@thelastcopier]

Those are the best rims I've seen on a prod car in a long time.

[@gabrielg5130]

If I had more money I would’ve chosen this over a ‘99 vette… I hope that one day though I can acquire an S650 Dark Horse with the Tremec 6 Speed!

[@302Mustang13]

Thing I like about the Dark Horse is the better internals and hotter cams. The Tremec is good but the MT82 has some better builds for it that can handle power well into the 4 digits.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@thelastcopier]

Love that color and wheel combo. Not a fan of the giant screen.

[@islanddon865]

Cool car. The base Mustang GT is about $42,500. That's the one l would consider.

[@andrewsmith7564]

That’s a great point about the gobstoppers. Amazing take

[@johnjuarez8005]

"If the room's a rocking, don't come a knocking!"

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah! You better believe it John!

[@hughfh]

And to paraphrase Jack (from W&G), "the room..... will always be rockin'!".

[@Michael-bu7ni]

Here in my car I feel safest of all I can lock all my doors And it's the only way to live in cars

[@philfeist2127]

Thats the business right there!

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@mechmind]

I have the 2024 GT Premium. Stick shift. There is a recall on the stick shift version though. I have an appointment in July to have it looked at ( Ford Dealership ) Love the car so far. I have the brembos on all 4. Nice option.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Amazing review Joe.

[@LeadfootLou]

If you do not order the Brembo brakes package, you can order a spare tire for $415.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I would say so, yeah! And, "I Can't Drive 55" by Sammy Hagar would be on my playlist.

[@BarbacoaAppliances818]

A chirping tire is a happy tire! 😂

[@leotroll9648]

I've always loved mustang and I always will. My DREAM car that I'll get one day is a '14 Shelby GT500 OR '22 but I am NOT a fan of the tail light region anymore! :/ The S197 was perfect! the S550 was tolerable but the s600 is so modern it takes away from that big ol' BUTT lol. Still is a beautiful vehicle though.

[@dmntd1]

Those wheels are 🔥🔥

[@watzonda2b]

Thanks, Joe, for a great Mustang review. I like this color alot....looks alot like Mopars Frostbite Blue ( a throw back to B7 )...maybe Mopar sold some left over paint to Ford....LOL

[@kellymeade4587]

Great review as always, Joe! This Coyote sounds awesome! I was at the 60th Anniversary celebration, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on April 17. At the end of the presentation, they projected a photo teaser …of a (Secret Mustang), draped with a dark shadow green car cover! Can’t wait to see what Ford has coming next…under that cover!🐎💯

[@RaitisRides]

I can't wait to see it as well Kelly!

[@NovahTheHero]

The random Willy Wonka story was crazy haha 😂my mans is wild 12:00 time frame

[@tylerfedrizzi7871]

Was looking for this comment 😅😂😂

[@BrianHeffernan-qz4xd]

That was a great video, Joe. The engine sounds amazing. I have a question. Why doesn't it have a Tremec transmission?

[@RaitisRides]

I guess it is a cost cutting thing on the GT Brian.

[@Derek-pq3zb]

I was looking for a replacement for my 2021 widebody scat shaker manual that I regretfully sold almost two years ago. Due to not driving it much. So I gave this a try bc the prices have been steadily dropping on them. This car def lacked the low end torque that the challenger has. The manual transmission was ok. The one I drove had the recaro seats. I ended the test drive early bc I was so uncomfortable in them. They had plenty of other manuals with the regular seats. But they were buried in by so many other cars. My overall feeling of this car is that it drives nice. Shifts good. But it didn’t quite move me like my challenger did. So I passed

[@alparkranger]

Something that is the case, at least here in RI. A 10-speed automatic is a $1595 option. But the 6-speed for some reason is subject to the Gas Guzzler tax at $595. So, something to consider when you're shopping. What surprised me is I ended up paying $5K under MSRP for my GT convertible and 20 miles away they had a surcharge of $5000 for all their GTs. Crazy.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Great color ! And wheels !!! Didn’t see a Twinkie holder 👀

[@damachine3]

No, sir, it is not the best manual. That honor belongs to my 992 gen 911 GT3, my friend! I hope you are well!

[@RaitisRides]

Can’t argue that

[@vonstrong92]

I need me a muscle car one day and I’m definitely getting it in 6 speed manual

[@RaitisRides]

Sounds like a plan to me!

[@comicrandomness3289]

It's fun in manual. At least i have fun in my mustang. Even my brother said he wished the new Corvette had a manual every time he drives my mustang.

[@redsuxh8r131]

Bout time you reviewed in manual!

[@happysaddington6488]

Raiti, I think you got it just right about what the GT is about. It's not the fastest, it's not the slowest, but it is probably the most satisfying to drive every day. Your videos persuaded me to buy my 2020 s550 GT with a manual, and I've never looked back. Thank you for your great perspective!

[@michaelclark1036]

Atlas Blue paint for the win.

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops in sun!

[@abrahamnutrition]

When you were saying what you could fit in the trunk. A jack then I thought you said some Jack Daniels. I had to go back over the video. Actually Twinkies might go good with some Jack!

[@RaitisRides]

That would be an interesting combo!

[@georges5233]

W for Ford for keeping it real with a 6 speed

[@MoneyLeaper]

It looks really good. I just prefer the retro aspects of fifth generation. But that's just my opinion. I know all the modern technology and sleek body lines is perfect for some people. Depends on your preference. I have a 2014 that doesn't have safety features like blind spot monitoring, cross traffic alert, or even back up camera. It's definitely worthwhile to buy a more modern Mustang. Some of the technology can really help avoid accidents and maybe save your life. But I just like the retro fifth generation better.

[@polarbsdlkfj]

Let them watch, family style!

[@RaitisRides]

LOL Interesting!

[@MrHereWeGoYo]

LOVE the dual air-intake but visually that would be the very first upgrade.

[@pablonator3000able]

This might be a potential last generation for the Cobra GT350, is this the time we buy MANUAL...which i love.

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

I can see Joe shoving around Willy Wonka, "I want the good Gobstoppers NOW!" LOL Joking ! ---------- Hey Joe, did you do a review of that Canary Yellow Stang with the racing stripes or Black with Grey stripes behind you @ 15:30 ?

[@mj7ven]

It’s been a while since you’ve done the Mach E .. would love to see that one featured again 🙏🏽

[@weirdshibainu]

No reason to even look at the new Z with this available

[@johnnyparker2128]

I miss when Gobstopper were bigger than they are now. 😢

[@icculus]

Sounds amazing and love the rims. Still not 100% sold on the styling, especially the huge black plastic section of the rear bumper, but overall it’s not bad. I still give the styling nod to the previous car. They also could have been more original with the interior. The wide screen layout is completely generic these days and a cop out.

[@Billy-USA]

Nice I have a 2021 six speed manual I love it

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome to hear!

[@curtmichaels9944]

I’ve owned a ‘68 a ‘05 and now a ‘12. Would seriously consider a new one but hell no with the stupid giant screens!

[@kinghill500]

Nice car 💙

[@TheChaosHome]

Love this color🔥🔥

[@ITRIEDEL]

53k my god I bought a 2012 premium GT fresh off the lot for an MSRP of 36k with a 4k rebate off MSRP. I use to laugh at my grandfather when he would have sticker shock when cars were 30k as to me that was normal but I’m literally living his experience all over again.

[@bullittboost6046]

I am still trying to adjust to the screens. I have owned 17 Mustangs and it just feels off behind the wheel. I do like the rest of the changes.

[@CharlieAndrew-wz2dq]

2024 Mustang GT Premium Is Absolutely Awesome & Still Absolutely Love ❤️ The 2018 Through 2023 Mustang GT Premium In 💙 Atlas Blue Metalic 💙 With 20 Inch Wheels 🛞 & Back Up Camera 🛞 📦 📷 & Leather Bucket Seating 💺 & Heated & Ventilated Cooled Leather Bucket Seating 💺 & 8 Inxh Touch Screen Available Absolutely Awesome!!! Joe Needs A Mustang GT Premium Collection In His Driveway & Garage Everyday!!! Atlas Blue Metalic Is Absolutely Beautiful Beautiful Color For The 2024 Mustang GT Premium Pretty AWESOME Joe!!!

[@keithkornatoski9162]

I'm with Joe on this one ... I've never considered the Mustang (inc the GT) as a "SPORTS CAR" ... as for the GT, folks rarely mention its handling prowess and most seem obsessed with it's straight line performance, flat-plane-crank and blah-blah-blah which to my eyes smacks of "MUSCLE CAR" not "SPORTS CAR" ... what do I consider a SC these days? ....as Joe mentioned Corvette is one, others are Civic TYPE-R, WRX TR, COROLLA GR, CIVIC SI, and the throwback MX-5, all of those being enthusiast fun-to-drive vehicles. How many times have I rented a Mustang from Hertz and those non-GT models are the furthest thing from a SC, most driving like a 2-door coupe version of a generic underpowered Taurus ... last but never least ... Ford please do something about that whimsical spaceship digital dash ...last but never least#2 ... the price for the GT has consistently crept up over the years ... is it worth it??? ... as for the best manual??? ... nope ... TYPE-R is sitting in the pole position...

[@ctblackwing56]

Willy Wonka! You’re killin it JR⚡️🏁

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother for letting me share it all with you!

[@EmmanuelGenePonce]

It Would Be Nice If The Instrument Panel Tilted To A Advanced HUD And Had The Classic Clusters In Their Original Location

[@onlycarforever]

Great look, amazing power❤❤👍

[@InfoumusMOBB]

My problem with my decision was choosing the lesser of two evils.....the A10 is trash struggling to find a gear, and the TR82 is just sloppy and has long throws. At the end of it I went with the TR82. Simply because I can upgrade the trans for $400-600 and make it a great Manual...not much you can do with the A10...

[@MrHereWeGoYo]

I like the finish on the wheels but they look kinda busy. They remind me of the old Hellcat/SRT wheels when it first came out but with more spokes.

[@joshblack4982]

I hate how the screen is a glued on phone like it's an electric mercedes

[@jtthedrawerer9259]

Yea I cannot understand the screens these days. I need a nice leather dash covering it all

[@indymajor7372]

Just get the Saleen then. They added a leather dash around those screens

[@effend446]

Or S-Class

[@pacificfilmworks2186]

Your wrong

[@Dulc3B00kbyBrant0n]

lol im guessing u dont need a 3d graphic of a horse running through fire transdimenionally with your car while changing drive modes that takes like 5 seconds each time. u luddey?

[@maverick-zj3jz]

Magical twinkies for gt road trip.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@johnjuarez8005]

Nice sneakers. What brand? Thanks

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! They are Addidas!

[@peruser155]

Nice review as always EXCEPT I was hoping for a backseat review...dang

[@DenaRangga]

Well Joe, I'm waiting you for review a new Shelby Super Snake S650 2024..

[@ScienceOnBears58]

Joe I just spotted Willy Wonka the other day in Jacksonville if you’re still looking for him

[@MR3DDev]

As much fun as a manual is, it can be a hassle to daily and from the tests I've seen, this pony des better on the auto

[@Miami-GS]

Not only manual transmission, steering wheel will disappear in near future. We are witnessing end of an era.