Is this 2014 Mustang GT California Special the RIGHT one to BUY?

[@Drako_93550]

2013-2014 Mustangs GT's are still the best looking till this day.

[@RaitisRides]

They are sexy!

[@NevrrPresntt]

@@RaitisRides indeed they are!

[@Hidden4Halo]

10-12 front end and 13-14 rear is the best

[@Ravaniscool]

@@Hidden4Halo Yes!

[@arturo9002]

100%

[@Jakeofalltrades777]

Purchasing this car is the best decision I’ve ever made in my life, I remember watching this video a few weeks before I bought it. I know it’s going to be one of the best GT models Ford ever made. A guy in a 67 Mustang showed up 2 hours after I did to buy this car, it was the only GT on the lot. thank god I got their first, and God bless America.

[@luisprieto1262]

13 and 14 mustang will someday be what everyone wants just like fast back mustang 69 and 70 mustangs

[@shawnbernardi793]

I agree! Much better looking than the 2015 and on!

[@BACON-l3t]

Yeah and i said this 3 yrs ago, that the 13-14 S197s are the best and if you got one, you better keep her, i had a 14 Mustang CVS 3.7 prem/PP race red w/blk canvas top and it was sitting on 255/35/20" street rrs and i kepted it closed to 3 yrs.and now i got a 2019.5 Mustang GT 5.0 6 sp prem/PP1 and its ok but not all out that they make the GT to be, truth is i miss my 2014 3.7 CVS S197 much more and all the neighbors just say is "why you got the GT, i liked your 14 CVS better."

[@themightykyuss]

I’ve got a 2014 mustang gt/cs in blue with gray stripes. Manual transmission. Had it for almost 6 years now. 60k miles on it. Love it. Going to keep this car forever, until it’s a “new classic”. Stella Blue is her name, in case there are any other car + Grateful Dead enthusiasts out there 😂

[@lianmytides1019]

I feel the newer mustangs aren’t nearly as mean looking as this one

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@kazuya4289]

they look more like a horse

[@joecool9739]

What about the recently unveiled 2024 Mustang Dark Horse?

[@brandonrickbornponyexpress6574]

​@@joecool9739 hell na

[@wxman2003]

The first car I ever owned was a 1968 Mustang. The Mustang will always be special to me.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so cool!

[@EldePHX]

The best is the 2013 and 2014 Mustang Gt500👌🏼🙏🏻

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@400hpmustang]

I have a 14 GTCS, had to buy it came with the Ford Racing handling pack, Flowmaster mufflers and a K&N intake. To top it off, it came with all the original parts, had only 8k miles and picked it up for $28k. Look around there are deals out there, don't buy new, buy single owner and slightly used, that's the smart money. Good review Raiti!

[@ItsssMarkus]

New mustang are nice I just don't like the front of a new mustang But that mustang is sick

[@OGStoneVegas]

that's my main gripe with the S550... if I had one of those, I'd swap the front bumper out asap

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for sharing your input and perspective on this one!

[@RaitisRides]

Many people feel the same way!

[@Aviatorkayla]

Thank you I’m going to miss it

[@schaefersshitposts]

The S197 is Americanized versus the S550 that has a European design. Plan on getting a S197 after college or if I have enough money before college

[@PlayBoyTroy]

Saw this video in September and right after watching I searched up a 2014 gt mustang because I was done with my 2010 v6 and it’s baby 4.0 engine. Long story short the first thing that popped up was a Black gt/cs automatic convertible in Fort Lauderdale FL. I bought it about a week later and am happy that I saw this video because it is what ultimately made me choose that car. It also to my surprise when I went to test drive it was equipped with the nav system and heated seats. It never fails to attract attention even when a s550 is parked right next to me. Some time in 2020 I’m looking at doing these exact mods.

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats Try! Thanks for letting me share my passion with you!

[@Blasian671]

Joe: Everybody happens to have a Mustang story even if you haven't owned one Crowds:....

[@RaitisRides]

LOL

[@sigmamale7604]

Joe are you a mind reader? i was hoping for you to do a review on this car. i got mine at 15K Miles 4 years ago and is my daily driver. I have 99K miles right now everything stock. It still drives like the first day i bought it. I love it, Thanks for the review you made my day.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one! I appreciate you watching!

[@Aviatorkayla]

Well thanks for doing a review on my old mustang lol.

[@mistardoyle3042]

Aviator Kayla 🤙🏼

[@joshuaarevalo1515]

It was yours?

[@SILVERSPADES]

I have a 2007 as my first car and my goal is to get one of these. Beautiful interior for that year

[@kale1323]

Got one. Low mile but its a auto. Come buy the bitch 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@kale1323]

63k

[@kleinsanchez905]

How much

[@illvibextv2697]

The 2014 does have a big screen nav option on the GT/CS as well

[@promiseofwar]

Thanks for not talking about shopping or where you’re headed to take photos of the car. You get right to the car talk. Bravo.

[@paultucker1272]

Thanks Joe.....been waiting a long time for this one! Despite my pride n joy being an '05 GT, the '13/'14 really is the pick of the S197 bunch........and I'm a big fan of the Cali Special, even with the side vents ;) More older S197 reviews, please! :)

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

Hello Joe I'm really glad to see that your reviewing another Mustang GT/ CS on Raitis Rides. Absolutely love the 2010-2014 Mustang and yes the 2018 - 2019 Mustang GT'S. Thanks Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad you enjoyed this one Jay!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides I know. I have a big heart for Mustang's and Camaros.

[@ricks8011]

Beautiful car, however it does have some issues: 1) 5 owners in 5 years - Why was this car passed around so much? 2) If/when there are issues with the engine, the tuning will most likely need to be rollback to factory default since there is no tuning device provided 3) No idea what tuning was done or the quality of work for those mods 4) Been in an accident. Shows as minor damage... All in all a nice vehicle but I think the modifications is what would keep me away from this one.

[@RaitisRides]

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

[@mistardoyle3042]

Yeah my sister was cut off by a trailer

[@mistardoyle3042]

It was in the front driver fender

[@jdigitalseven7]

@Frank Hernandez in the past (1980s) maybe but with select shift it is the best of both worlds. Automatics have been better than manuals for quite some time now and thr MT82s are chinese made and can't handle as much power actually. Around 2010s the autos caught up to manuals...ugh I remember trying to drive a new edge auto and that was pretty terrible with the already underpowred v8 it had. 65-late 2000s a manual is def the way to go.

[@poorboy3136]

If it was a MANUAL it would be a HELL of lot SWEETER

[@charliesierra6919]

Nobody beats a Raiti's Rides review! I went with a black 14' GT premium/Brembo/manual and love it. The CS is a nice package too though, just not my vibe. Not a fan of the side-scoop but if you are going to have it, I would also get the quarter-window scoop to match it. That was a great price for this car.

[@lionl8250]

I hope the car market gets better soon. I can't wait to jump back into a mustang

[@frankwalko5803]

Personally own a 14 gt cs, and glad this video gives it the credit it deserves! Ford killed it that year between the looks of the 13/14 with the Cali special package !

[@RaitisRides]

What color is yours! I am so glad that you liked this one Frank! It is a great Mustang!

[@frankwalko5803]

Raiti's Rides I have a race red one! Really sticks out, not to many of them around! Check out @lacygtcs on insta if your interested in taking a look! Keep making the quality videos !

[@RaitisRides]

That is a hot color Frank! I will do!

[@camarosaregay7943]

Is it fast stock?

[@Jlbernabe831]

About to pick one up with 75k miles for 10k. Stick shift.

[@jmmustangs3078]

Whitesnake 👍🏼, love the California Specials this is a really nice stang! Nice review I’m sure you sold this car for these guys.

[@Victic005]

The GT500 is the car to get. One of my Coworkers has one. All black. I think his was a 2014 model.

[@RaitisRides]

I can't argue with that!

[@Djuane]

Quang Lam if money isnt a issue of course. Everyone doesnt have 30-40k for one

[@Victic005]

godgiven this is an older model. It will be used and won’t cost $30k.

[@Jakeofalltrades777]

I just bought this same exact car , same color, same year and everything and it is absolutley fucking amazing I love this car.

[@Fujiwae]

I think the most depressing thing about this video is that I’m purchasing this same car in 2022. With 79k miles and they are asking $25k ! Like if I could go back in time I would !!!

[@billmcmeekin7909]

In 17 I came across a 13 PW Boss 302 with 1800km on it. A too good to be true deal, that was true! I was on the fence, but my lovely wife encouraged me to buy it, and it's still in the garage. So thankful we did, because I cannot believe the value these gen cars have held, and interest they're receiving. Feels like the eighties again on 60's muscle.

[@LS1007]

Love it! I think the mods were tastefully done and it’s priced reasonably. I’d still haggle a little though. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

There is always room for negotiations!

[@LS1007]

Raiti's Rides absolutely!😎

[@HeyBigChriss]

I was looking for a Deep Impact Blue Cali special with low miles, 6 speed manual for about 6 months before none popped up. So I ended up buying a 2014 Deep Impact Blue GT premium. No complaints, but then the very next week, a Cali Special just the way I wanted it popped up.

[@RaitisRides]

Well doen Christian!

[@buckeyeman7631]

I can see why people like the S197 coyote powered GT's more than the '18 up 3rd gen coyote visually...but lets face it, stock for stock a '14 with the A6 gets smoked down a 1/4 mile against an '18 and up with the A10 transmission, IRS and direct fuel injection. So choosing a late model Mustang is a matter of taste...do ya wanna be faster and do it without a live axle rear or do you wanna have a car that looks a little nicer sitting still? See my avatar for my GT of choice... Nice review Joe! If I were closer, I'd drop mine off for a review.

[@OGStoneVegas]

looks played a big roll in me getting a 2014 5.0

[@RaitisRides]

Great input!

[@RaitisRides]

They are hot!

[@buckeyeman7631]

@@RaitisRides Thank ya man, I appreciate that. Keep up the good work! Mixing it up with cars like this '14 profiled on your channel is a great line up expansion and break from all new cars at the same time. A real win-win.

[@RaitisRides]

@@buckeyeman7631 Oh trust me I totally agree with you! I want to feature them all!

[@joserocha7850]

5 years ago, I was a freshman in highschool lmao

[@RaitisRides]

And I was teaching in high school!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides Haha

[@TheDylanPlayer14]

At the beginning of the year, or the end? I graduated last year

[@TheDylanPlayer14]

5 years ago I would have started being a high schooler in August

[@dale305]

5 years ago I wasn’t paying child support.

[@Djuane]

Its definetly pushing more than 400 to the wheels if it has a tune which im guessing it does from the previous owner if they put those mods on.

[@RaitisRides]

Just depends about the tune.

[@SpicerProductions]

Cant forget that JLT catch can installed in there, adds at least 24hp

[@RaitisRides]

Actually it's 24.5HP! LOL

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

My first muscle car!! Awesome video Joe.

[@jaxbigfaxhenny6343]

I saw one at a car show and fell in love its my personal favorite I would just change the front grill

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one!

[@quickdubbs328]

Automatic is the only zonk 4 me. Sharp Mustang, regardless!

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@jdigitalseven7]

Its not 1986 anymore, Larry Bird isnt in the NBA and manual transmissions arent the better option anymore.

[@dimensionjester9052]

@@jdigitalseven7 they’ll learn when they shatter that glass mt82 trying to outshift the auto trans 😂

[@imperialredfox1285]

Please review the 2015 50th Anniversary Editions with the cashmere white seats!!! Is that the one to really be buying??!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I will try to track one down for you!

[@southdetroitentertainment7741]

Great review Joe, the S197 is outstanding

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks! It really is!

[@Jimmyxsx]

They ride like a truck though compared to the s550 lol

[@southdetroitentertainment7741]

@@Jimmyxsx Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd the S550 is a pile of steaming horse feces Owners from coast to coast are dealing with cylinder wall scoring, metal shavings in their engines, oil pans, and are having to embrace the world famous BBQ Tick, that Ford continues to say is something that is normal. Some owners have had to deal with an active exhaust that's no longer active Not having their vehicle for months, while still having to make the monthly payment on it, while Ford Tech's try to locate where the BBQ Tick is coming from. Good luck trying to justify that train wreck #TeamS197

[@Jimmyxsx]

@@southdetroitentertainment7741 lmao😂 that was the first batch of 2018 Coyotes stupid they are all good now. The 2015-2019 S550 is a monster. It can take over 900whp on stock internals s197 limit is 650whp. Stangmode has beat the shit out of his 2018 S550 and has had no engine problems so youre dumb lol

[@lemarm2151]

i like the used performance car reviews, like i would buy.

[@JoseDiaz-bk9mh]

00-04 sn95’s are my personal favorite appearance wise. But these year s197’s are my runner ups

[@markoverton3584]

Like the hood on the 2014 better than my 2019 cs. Like all the mustangs you done.

[@jamescampbell1743]

2014 Mustang is my favorite year! I can’t wait to own one!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you!

[@l-HEAVY-SNIPER-l]

25k for this??? biggest steal ive ever seen

[@23mustang]

He says you can’t get a fancy infotainment center in that but actually you can if you option it that way or add it to the car after you buy the car

[@WeAreTheChavez]

You do all mustangs justice my guy! Love your vids

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Robert! I really appreciate that!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say!

[@jayczyzyk9707]

Ford failed to put heavy duty connecting rods on 2014 gt

[@BeastMode-gg7pd]

For 25K, 420 HP, 5.0L V8, and only 28,000 miles, i would not mind driving that.

[@izzywashington5461]

Juan Ruiz no

[@camarosaregay7943]

Very fast

[@jeromej720]

Beautiful Vehicle! I love the white Cali look on this car.

[@vertmcpns215]

Please review the 2013-2014 GT500 it would be nice.

[@TheCdM1981]

Issue here is with those modifications the car was clearly tuned. Where’s the hand device? That car is valued too high for a sale from a dealership especially with out the hand device and no exact power numbers.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@KingLexus]

Yeah I dig the way it looks no cap joe, though yeah like a commenter said no warranty :/ lol but I mean she’s a pretty sweet cruiser.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad tat you liked this one!

[@efrahincastillo5937]

Please show the actual start up of the car(s), then follow it with the revs! Nice Mustang

[@RaitisRides]

Will do!

[@randomcol1378]

Cool car especially for cruising around listening to Whitesnake. 😎🤘

[@RaitisRides]

You got that right!

[@mistardoyle3042]

Hey! That’s my sisters old car!

[@Natanael.Aguillon]

If they dont sell this by my 18th bday im gettin it

[@LS1007]

I hope your birthday is soon cause it probably won’t last long. Good luck!🍀

[@Natanael.Aguillon]

@@LS1007 haha ok its a good price for that gt i want it but i gotta stack up dis bread

[@RaitisRides]

When is your birthday! You will loe this thing!

[@Natanael.Aguillon]

@@RaitisRides next year june 30

[@Natanael.Aguillon]

@@RaitisRides might be too late by then

[@RhondaStill]

I have the convertible, manual 6 speed. Love It❤

[@cjcullar]

I promise you the s197 from 13-14 will become a classic desirable

[@S197_Team]

The grey roof and mirror cover isn’t for all Gt/cs 14s in white though or any color

[@xnavrasx7950]

The mirrors and roof were wrapped. They don’t come stock like that on the California Special lol

[@rickitysplitz7035]

05-09 is the bomb for me.

[@justaguy2957]

this my dream car...

[@0s1ss87]

Me to❤

[@matthewmahoney6033]

I'm sure ur aware that another car reviewer Doug DeMuro gives the cars a Doug score....what if u had a Raitis Rating? I would love to see that

[@buckeyeman7631]

I agree, I know of other channels that poke a little fun that way too, its cool to be smart clever!

[@RaitisRides]

I will get something like that together!

[@RaitisRides]

@@buckeyeman7631 thanks for the feedback!

[@marklafollett4033]

I had two of them. Loved them both!!!!!

[@InuranusBrokoff]

Thanks for not being above reviewing cars that aren't brand new. Throwbacks are anything but boring.

[@RaitisRides]

Of course! I love them all! Sometimes the older ones are better!

[@tylercouture216]

@@RaitisRides the older ones are better !!!

[@S197_Team]

“Can listen to White Snake and whatnot” 😂

[@alecj9570]

Thanks for sharing it this. As always, a great review.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Alec for taking the time to say that!

[@TheDylanPlayer14]

My 2019 California Special will literally be here in a day or 2😃

[@tobi615]

Do you prefer Manuel or automatic? Better quality? For 5.0 GT

[@brking9520]

and ill still buy one of these!

[@OmarKhanSavedMe]

I’m getting something similar once I graduate boot camp

[@firstlast4100]

Best car honest car review ever . Thanks

[@tobi615]

Will buy one end of this year 👌👍🎊

[@RaitisRides]

Awesome job!

[@bootyeater7211]

What about the philly special?

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there!

[@omartapia8390]

And it also has the oil catch can👍🏽

[@louieo9252]

I’m going to have to zonk you on the gray roof and gray mirrors on that white, those did not come as a factory option with the California Special.

[@timsgta]

White looks nice but my wife has a white car and it shows dirt so bad! The door sills, the area around the gas cap, and when a bird craps anything other than white poop, it looks terrible. I'll take a CS in black, like my truck, TYVM!

[@ericd1632]

Gorgeous Mustang Joe! Big fan of the S197's, particularly the 13-14 model years. Very sexy. LOVE the wheels. Great video as always!! And just remember, if you zonk it they will come!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@scottgoldblattlifeis]

I love my side vents

[@raiderdeluxe]

Mine looks almost exactly like that

[@RaitisRides]

That is so cool! I really like the style!

[@raiderdeluxe]

I have enjoyed driving it, mine came with the large touch screen display from factory, also mine has a white roof and white side mirrors

[@tylerdbrown20]

I wish I would've bought a white gt/cs instead of black.

[@RaitisRides]

At least you have one though!

[@tylerdbrown20]

@@RaitisRides WOW! thanks for the reply

[@400hpmustang]

I just recently discovered that my hood is non magnetic, tried to hang a magnet light from it and didn't stick. The only thing magnetic are the hinges and the latch, is this factory?

[@jtdecker1]

Hmm needs some exhaust done

[@chrishoang2005]

Not sure why the tach and speedo number look very old school

[@RaitisRides]

They were shooting for that retro vibe!

[@kutuzovm3215]

Chris CarReady search up 2014 roush or boss 302 gauges they look insane

[@high-rise8505]

I love my 2014 mustang 5.0 California special!

[@camarosaregay7943]

Fast,

[@camarosaregay7943]

Fast?

[@high-rise8505]

@@camarosaregay7943 stock right now but still faster than most cars.. Im putting a PMAS cold air intake and getting it tuned on the dyno at Browning tuning and performance in Georgia. Im putting a paxton supercharger on it with income tax 😎 even if the wife says no lol 😆. 🇺🇲

[@camarosaregay7943]

High-Rise 850 lol my wife would never. I’m still I a kid in my head, I love cars

[@mmahtnart8986]

That side vent being fake, means that you will have speed reducing drag when you're trying hit the 200 MPH mark. No?

[@RaitisRides]

This car is not hitting 200 MPH any time soon!

[@mmahtnart8986]

LOL! I was kidding.@@RaitisRides

[@wl6279]

those are AMR charcoal wheels from American muscle lol, not bad, i prefer the black wheels lol.

[@pattisonvidal3909]

Probably my next car...

[@germanshepherd13]

My OCD can't get over the pony logo not centered!!

[@rigobertoosuna9645]

Had one of these arround 2015 and couldnt pay it so it got repossessed. I was recently looking for one on november this year and couldnt find one with low miles. I had to buy a 2021 gt pp1 for 59k new i wish i could have found one of these 14s for 25k

[@Natanael.Aguillon]

I like this car

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@Dw4yne68]

Just drove a 2014 with a 6-speed today and it only has 7,700 miles, asking 26K for it

[@camarosaregay7943]

Is it fast?

[@marcozr3138]

Ratis ride are you sure it weights 3700 pounds i read it weights 3600 is the cali special heavier

[@miguellainez0]

When i was a kid i thought cs was compact size

[@MBailey1977]

Wanting to get into 13-14 gt soon!

[@JuanHZK]

At this moment nothing is worth buying because of the new C8... It has completely turned the automotive industry upside down.

[@RaitisRides]

I don't think a Mustang buyer is going to cross shop a C8 Corvette.

[@marcozr3138]

I dont think it weights 3722 pounds i think it weight 3600 something no?

[@vertmcpns215]

I barely need one of these, no more modern pony I need that.

[@PsychoTony_]

That looks sick..

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

Love these Stangs and im more of a Camaro guy

[@camarosaregay7943]

Yea dude