My 2018 Mustang GT 5,000 Miles Later! Worth the Buy?

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Project Subzero is back! My 2018 Mustang GT has been in my possession for around 5,000 miles now since August and I decided to give you guys an update on my likes, dislikes, and my thoughts of the S550 Mustang experience - especially in comparison to my 2013 Mustang GT S197. We also go into detail about the 10 speed automatic transmission, the ride quality, the coyote 5.0, and the upgrades we have made to the car so far such as the coil overs, spoiler, grille deletes, chin spoiler, Euro tail lights, and many more! In the end was Subzero worth the buy? Let's talk about it. Thanks for watching!
#mustang #s550 #coyote

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

Thanks for watching the video about my mufffftang.

[@905byrdmanx]

Hey David absolutely love your channel and content dude. Just curious what made you go with the 510’s over the 500’s coilovers? I’ll be dropping my s550 in a few months on FA.

[@merekbrent8081]

If you were looking for some good footage and you want to see 100 mustangs at the same time we are renting out a air museum in my mustang club and doing a photo shoot there

[@matthewfuller2449]

ThatDudeinBlue your welcome and the white mustang looks super nice as is I like how you stayed classy with the wheels,

[@Mario-G-Man]

Really bro. You are David "That Dude in Blue" Patterson. Sub-Zero should be blue too... there's a color called "Ice blue". Maybe that should work perfectly to keep the rep with your name 😉😁

[@mavrick351]

Leave it stock and let it be your reliable daily driver ... your other cars are the play toys!!!

[@jimbo6612]

Bruhhhh, did you just apologize for rain drops? You may as well just move to Canada with that much politeness

[@GevXander]

Lol

[@PeRRXX]

😂😂😂😂

[@brettguitard]

he'll have to apologize for snow next lol

[@taur73]

Stay tuned for the time when he apologize for the coronavirus 🤦‍♂️😂

[@stuart2970]

Man you want to be careful moving to Canada. You might find a squirrelly 500hp f150 you can drive all year is just as fun or more than a mustang. And when the snow gets too deep you just drive your sled off the back and go

[@BladedAngel]

You think Heated Wheels are a weird feature? Try heated mirrors! Up North, they're great for defrosting our side mirrors while on the move, but whenever I told my Southerner friends about them, they keep thinking, "Why would you need your mirrors to be heated?" 9/10 they kept thinking I was referring to the interior rearview mirror 😂

[@terrabnadia1793]

Never heard anyone not know what those are and they’re not really made for ice or snow.. they’re made for keeping water off them too. Turn them on while it’s raining and you’ll know what I mean. Truckers know they’re a necessity

[@juvnal]

But bladed

[@kendrickgonzalez7919]

But Bladed Weres the miata?

[@yourguybogan__5866]

How's the Miata?

[@throwout1483]

Y’all got heat?

[@Maroco918]

Its strange not seeing you in a hat or something blue for that matter

[@CraftsmanQuad19]

I’m tellin ya man. This white car is changing him

[@zubastik2992]

and without a beard

[@nayibnoyola9438]

Cooper Boehm like Spider-Man and venom

[@BobThe9534]

maybe b/c he doesn't want us to have as much eye strain

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

ThatDudeInWhite

[@pj_morrison]

The euro tails are a nice addition to the car.. It gives it a cleaner look, and looks icy #SubZero

[@socalbengal3087]

Not a fan but to each his own

[@lotus956]

This why Challenger sales do so good. They have gone tooo Euro looking.

[@HDAspen]

I literally just bought a 2016 CS GT yesterday, and I cant stay out of it!!! I love this platform!

[@nathant2414]

Out of all the stangs, the S550 receives the most drastic transformation when lowering springs are installed

[@trailspeed7037]

TheReal NateDogg probably because of the independent suspension

[@whydoihave6neutrals772]

Sn95 sits like an suv basically before you drop it

[@Spurrr]

@@whydoihave6neutrals772 same with s197. My 2014 is basically a monster truck

[@basithph8958]

Nothing like that cold start of the V8 in your Mustang

[@mdougf]

Factsss

[@Av8r6o4]

dang, I haven't watched you in a long time (no notifications) honestly forgot about you. Sweet ride and congrats!

[@QuavyQua]

Can’t wait to see this in person I’ve only seen Smurff since you moved to GA

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

Sub-Zero: I'm the best mustang Smurf: am I joke to you?

[@BobThe9534]

lol

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

@@BobThe9534 xD

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

@@BobThe9534 I meant to put "am I a joke to you?" but I forgot to the put the "A" in it

[@newfound8082]

Jeremy Hill you know you can edit comments right lol

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

@@newfound8082 I know but then the love react goes away for some reason when I edit my comment

[@SkullcrusherGamingTV]

Just for the record, it’s not placebo. When you put it in any different driving mode. It’s going to change throttle response, how it holds RPMs and how aggressively the transmission shifts. Drag mode definitely makes a difference.

[@contactplayz4962]

This thing is actually lit, it is literally my dream spec of this mustang. Ahh, the white-tinted tail lights...

[@113tmt]

Just got a Race Red 2018 GT and man I think you are spot on with your review. Best bang for your buck out there. Great job!

[@ShootingMOA]

💯 percent agree with everything you said about the s550. Keep up the vids. Love your work 👍👍👍👍

[@alexpowers9158]

I feel like even the roughness of older cars like the mustang just make it that much better as a fun weekend car. I love the old gauges but as a daily it's not really a daily just because I enjoy it I'm happy to hop in and go anywhere

[@lyndahammel9502]

Loved your video. Your changes are great for your car. It looks good. My Mustang is different but just right for a daily driver for me. I love that Mustangs can be modded in so many different ways. Again thanks for a fun video. I've subscribed and liked and look forward to following your journey. The S550 is a great look. I'm always receiving complaints on my Ruby Red.

[@maromyers964]

I didn't even know you had a new car, I missed out, love the 2018 mustang's

[@Vffr1]

First time seeing any of your videos. You did an awesome job with your car. I see so many running the PBS (Pep Boy Special) trashy cars on KZbin, it's a pleasure to see someone that understands how to put a street car together. Triple.

[@kylevansickle6412]

this video is old so i don’t know how often you check comments, but i really really enjoyed this video dude. I learned a lot and I’m definitely gonna subscribe

[@s58xeno]

me too agreed

[@BiIlDipperIy]

I think either a darker metallic blue or a semi gloss even would look good. And blend well with the wheels/tail lights. Nice ride man! Cant wait to see some more transformations.

[@pasteyboi9918]

9:10 oh my gosh I love that feeling of being pulled to the back of your seat it always puts a smile on my face

[@reedstemen]

Awesome front lip, and great choice on the light colored wheels. The whole car is so bright.

[@destroystreets1023]

bro i went out and checked i have a heated wheel too and its been 2 years with the car thanks man

[@mr.october9399]

Love your videos

[@a5oh410]

I was telling myself I feel like I’ve seen your car around, when I saw Gwinnett plate tags that answered it all, lol I’ve seen your car before on the road.

[@thagreen72]

you actually convinced into getting an SHO from video you posted some years back and i love the car and it’s awesome but warranty’s has ran out and alittle worried about the turbos along w/ other parts going out and now i maybe thinking stepping into a 10spd coyote, great videos💯

[@turizzmo1]

Dude I can't believe those raindrops in the background. Wow...just...wow.

[@jesse6398]

This is something else

[@agenericaccount3935]

Heated wheels are such a joy. 10/10

[@BobThe9534]

depends on how good they're r

[@BobThe9534]

not always

[@agenericaccount3935]

@@BobThe9534 Yes always.

[@Mrjoecreeper]

@@BobThe9534 A shitty heated steering wheel is still better than a steering wheel that isn't heated

[@BobThe9534]

Mrjoecreeper not nessicatily

[@RareRS]

CONGRATS ON 1 MILLION SUBS

[@pops55650]

I thought heated steering wheels were a stupid gimmick until I got one in my 2019 Hellcat Redeye. Now I’m spoiled. I really like what you’ve done to your Mustang, the mods really transform the car to something special.

[@martinritch5241]

GREAT VIDEO. AND YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB ON THE MUSTANG, TAIL LIGHT”S ARE AWESOME.😎🙏🇺🇸🏎

[@gc1087]

Just picked up a 2018 myself. Kind of thought it was ugly but its grown on me and I think it looks sick now 🤷‍♂️ Drives awesome, but wish the steering had better feedback.

[@torqueculture8190]

I understand the having a nice daily. That being said, smurf would be a sweet drag car.

[@brockcastille5837]

Looking to get one and I’m so excited

[@leftydiablo]

Thank you very much for all the specific information. I have a 2018 gt premium with pp1. My dog ate my stock splitter, so i need to order that MMD Chin Splitter. Thanks

[@shawngtpsvm]

I have Magnaflow Street Series on my 17 GT and absolutely love the sound.

[@curtiskent2916]

Nice ride! Really like the wheels and the stance!

[@watson9897]

I've got the same tires on my lexus rc. They feel the same in rain as they do dry. Love them!!

[@BobThe9534]

hi David. nice vid. liked b4 watching b/c i knew it was goin to b good

[@DontPanicrs]

“Mustangs are so tall” Mustang Mach-E: stay right there guy

[@danielcamacho1913]

I know, right? One more reason they shouldn't have called that SUV a Mustang.

[@thiccieredd9606]

@@danielcamacho1913 yeah it’s nothing like a mustang, it’s pretty much everything the mustang isn’t 😂 idk why they called it a mustang

[@thechosenones4375]

Sporty yet classy looking set up!

[@phillipchetta8120]

I have a 2019 Mustang GT with the Performance Package1 Absolutely love this Pony. I added a Corsa extreme cat back exaust and a few other mods. Cold air intake and a Barton Hybrid shifter. I can honestly say this car is a blast to drive!! MUSTANG! DRIVE ONE! YOU WILL BE AMAZED!

[@JayCo-]

Great video

[@LSXGh0St98]

I'm a Chevy guy but this mustang is a masterpiece 🔥

[@CanadianCruisin]

I bought a 2019 gt pp1 exactly 1 year ago today and I have no regrets. Best car I've ever owned.

[@100PERCENTCALLOFDUTY]

Same, I love my 2019 GT PP1

[@CanadianCruisin]

@@100PERCENTCALLOFDUTY nice. What options did you choose? I'm slowly starting to mod mine even though I wasn't planning on it lol

[@BobThe9534]

@@CanadianCruisin lol

[@CanadianCruisin]

@@BobThe9534 😁

[@100PERCENTCALLOFDUTY]

@@CanadianCruisin Its a GT Non-premium (I went non-premium for the cloth seats since in AZ leather sucks) with the performance package and the 301A equipment group. So it has the sync 3 instead of the tiny screen they try to sell you on lol. Oh, and its a 10 speed. My other mustang is a 5 speed so I get the best of both worlds lol.

[@Xergthes]

I have put 20,000 on my 2016 GT, I love it. It does everything it should do.

[@HasibYouTube]

I really like this video , on point

[@prsguitar6910]

Got a 19 GT in a 10spd. And I’m happy I did. Haven’t been bored with it at all

[@cemsengul16]

Yeah, this generation the manual transmission is the dumb choice. In defense of manual though, this is because Ford fucked up the gear ratio on the manual after 2017.

[@dimensionjester9052]

seems like they’re trying to slowly get rid of the manuals completely by making them weak

[@whydoihave6neutrals772]

Absolute Longplay yeah they don’t just “fuck up” the gear ratio it was done on purpose I won’t be surprised if the mustang is full auto by 2025

[@whydoihave6neutrals772]

Absolute Longplay and sorry I wasn’t disagreeing they totally ruined it I just meant it was definitely done on purpose

[@farewell_to_normalcy9352]

Completely agree that stock manuals on the S550 are’ lacking’ something. Luckily there’s aftermarket support 👏🏻

[@eduardogil2872]

Literally got my 18 s550 with 21,000 miles yesterday and holy moly this thing RIPS IT LOL alll stock 🔥🔥

[@parkermeredith6035]

I’m on pilot sports, they’re a blast when it rains. When I’m turning right or something I let the clutch out a little quicker than normal and kinda slide around the corner. Traction loss is fun if you know what you’re doing, or if it’s on purpose, but if it’s not that’s what makes it fun.

[@iloveNgany]

Love those tail lights!

[@CommandoPG]

He said update video. NO! It's a VLOGGIDY VLOGG! #bringbackvloggidyvlogs

[@KH-mx7bg]

I had fortunes for my 2013 and was thinking about them for my 18 but couldn’t find a lot of people talking about it. Thanks for confirming it, I assumed since they were magic on my s197 they would be good on the s550 too

[@danielcamacho1913]

I, too, have Fortune Auto coilovers. I can tell you're excited about lowering the car, and the difference in handling, and I think you're smart enough to understand that most of the improvement in handling comes from a lot of *other* things the coilovers give you. The springs with the coilovers are probably twice as stiff as stock, or more. I bet the coilovers replaced your squishy upper strut mounts with a ball-and-socket joint. Great for tactile feedback (not so much for the ride quality). And I bet they came with camber plates that allow a way better alignment than stock. If they're high-quality coilovers, the dampers have less friction than the stock. The static coefficient of friction is kindof a big deal for ride and traction, especially on a strut suspension. Compared what those things do for your handling, lowering your center of gravity is a drop in the bucket.

[@goldenstatewarriors623]

I just got a light blue 2018 mustang GT and I enjoy it a lot

[@mnorman8227]

Good video. I wish I could afford those coil overs !

[@redsion23]

Racking up the miles!

[@jwjones91]

I have a 2019 GT/CS and I've noticed in any aggressive mode the 2-3 shift is pretty harsh. But in normal mode it's smooth. I prefer drag mode using the paddle shifters because it will shift MUCH faster at WOT. Under normal load it'll shift slower but once you put your foot down the shifts are much faster I also have only had manual Mustang GTs but when I got behind the wheel of the 10A I fell in love with it.

[@trewon1]

The standard ride height looked pretty good with the standard wheels and tires. Once you switched, thats when it began took look too tall IMO. Sometimes s550's look droopy when dropped.

[@saucypills5258]

I found out about the heated steering wheel the same way and I love the digital dash too

[@dennisvanderben2719]

That 14.5 anime mid season recap episode... still luv u David

[@MajorAddiction]

ty for sharing bruv

[@Greg_call]

Good review.

[@nizarawawdeh4142]

I really doubted the angular front lip and rear spoiler combo but when it came along with the coilovers it really looks like it fits the name sub-zero

[@brycea0225]

I know exactly what you’re saying in 3rd, 4th and 5th gear. I have a 2018 5.0 F-150 and it starts freight training in 3rd gear it’s unbelievable

[@hermanportorreal8409]

Nice haircut David- 👍🏽💯

[@wilsonramirez5956]

Have to agree about the manual transmission. That slop is fixed with a short shifter from MGW or Barton. I went with Barton. Mine is my daily. Sheesh, 300+ miles on a full tank? Lol, I have a lead feet. At most, I get 210-220. Definitely agree about 3rd and 4th gear.

[@jamfd3s788]

You have to remember that the 10 speed gets much better gas mileage

[@toddmichon]

Same here, bought my 2013 GT in June of 2012, still have it. Wish I knew what he did for a living (as he lists off what he currently owns).

[@Beast_Jhony]

Nice video, I ended up buying a 2018 mustang GT premium A10

[@RotterStudios]

cool video. love the GTs. i drove trans ams for years....wish they still made them...but the GT is killer. why do you still have your old mustang? subbed

[@santos6394]

Niche is my favorite brand! I made a table out of one like yours but grey

[@Nolie023]

same lol about the heated steering . i would love for you to do a review on my pp2 401A

[@brianmorgan9852]

I’m so glad I watched your review on the mustang i leaned how to drive a 5 speed on my 95 mustang after my father died and and I wanted to buy the 2020 Gt convertible 6 speed cuz I know how to drive them now 25 years later from the one I have still but I see the 10 speed Auto is the way to go

[@S197_Team]

I’ve been thinking about the 18+ A10 you got me sold captain

[@montiel291]

Black rims with a black gloss roof and some black stripes for that stormtrooper look

[@edthomas8486]

When using the paddles you must put it in Sport Mode BUT you need to pull back on the left paddle for a couple of seconds till the brackets come up around the gear number. Then it will upshift and downshift quickly(not like a DCT though). Also if you keep the revs up it will shift quicker. If that is not quick enough for you when you have got it set up with the stick in sport mode and pulled the left paddle back to lock it in THEN use your driving mode button and put it in sport+ or track or drag strip mode and remember to try and keep the revs up. Also it is not a placebo effect when you put it in sport mode the upshift points are higher in the revs range so it will accelerate faster if you keep your foot down.

[@thetruthhurts6260]

Dude, I ran my 19 GT PP1 and hit rain , whoa HYDROPLANE!!!!! lucky I'm from Pa. originally, so I knew what to do in a slide. Mich 4s did not impress me over the S 04 Bridgies, I had before on my Carrera, loved them!!! Aside from that, I love the heck out of this mustang!! nice vid.

[@OctaneStreet]

LOVE this video and stoked that you're still very much enjoying your time with that S550. I seriously plan to buy one in 2020 (a 2018 one as well, MAYBE 2019 depending how prices are looking near July), so seeing videos like this always gets me so pumped and excited hah. Also, Front spoiler, Chin spoiler, Front splitter, Front lip spoiler etc, etc... Yea we definitely all need to agree on using just one name for it!

[@karlhopkins713]

Hopefully you don't get piston slap 😳

[@OctaneStreet]

@@karlhopkins713 Oh boy, is this a common problem with 2018's? I still have my research to do when it comes to common faults.

[@karlhopkins713]

@@OctaneStreet Sadly it is

[@OctaneStreet]

@@karlhopkins713 Done some research today. Am properly shook.

[@rreno496]

@@OctaneStreet just remember, most people come on to the internet to complain about problems, not many come on to talk about how they have none. If you believed half of the clowns around you'd think the 3rd Gen coyote was jumping out of hoods and raping bus loads of nuns while burning elementary schools to the ground. My 18 has no "piston slap", "BBQ tick", "typewriter tick" or anything else you read from the so-called "experts" on the internet concerning these cars. That's at 30k and supercharged. The area I live in has one of the larger aftermarket suppliers for Mustangs, there are a ton of the 3rd gen cars around here, most are modified and NONE have the issues some people claim they all have. Take what you read with a grain of salt. If you're buying an 18-19 in 2020 then you're buying used, if it's going to make noise it'll be doing it when you check it out. Don't believe the hype!

[@JoeZasada]

I feel like one of the light blue /ice /lightning metallic vinyl wraps would really bring SubZero to life.

[@CrazyIrishCarl]

You are one of the better youtubers so you should start doing reviews

[@westonbrown4261]

I like it it’s different from everybody else’s build mines grey 2019 spot pack 1 I loveeeeee my car I enjoy it every time I take it out

[@drunkendwarf6280]

I have a 2019 PP2. Only comes in standard, very happy with that and the car overall. I drive an automatic in my daily vehicle but if you have a car to use mainly on the weekends, the 6 speed is alot funner. To each his own though.

[@gonzosantamaria6764]

I have a 18 gt too with fbo but I blacked out the lights front and rear and put drag stras black trims it looks so hard everyone compliments, smoke the lights brotha for more aggressiveness 😎

[@redneckrhymes2026]

I know u got other cars but I’m og I only watch the mustang videos or the random reviews. But don’t worry I don’t spread hate when it’s about something else. Love the channel to this day

[@tydontdy3459]

You should do some engine reliability mods: oil pump gears, air oil separator, etc.

[@quincywashington4395]

Great purchase for a great car

[@justar6865]

The mustang is looking good

[@BobThe9534]

GTR's look better

[@cesar2934]

Bob The 😂 that’s funny

[@justar6865]

Yeah

[@manlikeilyas]

@@BobThe9534 worse*

[@Ish_the_drift_boi]

David talks about having coil overs on most of his cars. Me:waiting like spongebob in the cafe meme. “Ok but when is smurf getting coil overs ?”

[@hemi300c4]

Never owned a white car, but it works well on your Mustang. Hearing the car's equipment. Speaking only in regards to the interior. You selected the items that helps make it a strong daily driver. Ricaros are nice looking and great for the track, but I want comfort and the nice leather heated/cooled seats with the heated steering wheel (and Nav) are at the top of interior options for daily use and comfort. I have nerve damage in my hands, so I use the heated steering wheel year round. It's also nice seeing changes that adds to the cars eye catching street look, while improving your Stang's stance and handling. I should add that personally, the automatic is the best way to go. It's strong at the strip and I see it proved each weekend at my local drag strip. If you live in a large city. It beat the hell out of a manual transmission in stop and go traffic.

[@roadwarrior8213]

still not sure about the 2018 mustang front end change at least on the styling improvement or digress, but at least it doesn't look like the 2019 Camaro that resembles a Silverado's severed front end

[@MrXxdabeastxx]

Tint would make it look so sick, in my opinion.

[@One_Bar]

CJ’s Mach is looking good. Can’t wait til he gets the new wheels.

[@jn07513]

Love the car the white is a great color i love the digital dash and its why i switched from wanting a 2015 to a 2018 but you can retrofit a digital dash to your 2011

[@tokidub5175]

Keep it white. But I’d like to see some sort of a design with vinyl wrap. Could do some black stripe work and add a little blue line off set to the black lines. Then you’d officially have blue on the car lol

[@Striker_nu]

i have the same only 2017)) i like your choice!

[@TheG4ost]

Love the stang bro! I remember when they first came out and I took one for a test drive I was hooked. I didn’t actually know about the heated steering wheel. Does it come in the premium 401A package? I’m actually getting a new steering wheel soon to match my carbon fiber dashboard and I always wanted the RPM Indicator lights on the steering wheel as well.

[@SlangJeezy]

You’re not wrong about the drive modes and the way the transmission feels. If I put mine in drag and hit it, the transmission hits very hard compared to normal or sport mode

[@daemonmick556]

Nice jacket bro