RIP Competition // 2024 Ford Mustang GT S650 Review

[@CianRourke]

Hairy Rear Diffuser is my ultimate fighting name.

[@petermoller8337]

But don’t mention 800+ supporters

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Mine is 'Triumphant Amsterdam Hamster Ninja....'

[@CianRourke]

@@skeetermcswagger0U812 😂😂😂

[@NicholasHerrera-k3i]

Sarah, the bites in Kansas city are known to bite. KZbin bites, I have a few.

[@Dedess11]

Simp 😂

[@Osirius_1]

Sarah is probably like the best comedian and car reviewer I’ve ever seen. Really makes the videos enjoyable. ❤😂

[@alp6181]

@Ballen1182 😅

[@AnonDoge]

@Ballen1182 uhh

[@saganworshipper6062]

For some people, hating on Mustangs is a whole damn lifestyle. There are more Mustang haters than almost every other car, save one (looking at you, Corvette haters lol). Personally, as someone that graduated high school in 1992, Mustangs will always have a place in my heart. I don't know who the first person was that mated some OG Flowmaster 40 series to a 5 liter, but everyone owes that person a giant THANK YOU! Outside of some exotics, it is possibly the greatest sounding exhaust note of all time lol. Easily recognizable from literally a mile away! Awesome review Sarah!

[@petermoller8337]

In Riverland South Australia as they drive past there are lots who think, flock I want one.

[@phillipsmith5415]

Corvette haters get fed up with the kids that drive the mustang always wanting to race us and they always come up on the losing end plus they just will not leave you along.

[@Lurker-dk8jk]

Graduated in '94. I bought a '65 Mustang with a blown 170 cu inch straight six. I dropped an '80s 302 small block into it, and had some pipes bent for 2-chamber Flowmasters. Didn't go very fast with the stock 3-speed transmission and one-wheel-peel rear diff. But it sounded amazing rolling into high school.

[@saganworshipper6062]

@@Lurker-dk8jk There was literally no better sounding car than a 5.0 in 1992. I'm not even a Mustang fanboy. I've only owned 1. But credit where it is due. I loved that era and I bought a mint low mile 1991 Thunderbird Supercoupe, fully loaded with a rare 5 speed in the year 1999 for like $5k. I actually wanted one of those just to be different from the Mustang guys but when they were new they weren't cheap and I couldn't afford it. I still miss that car even though it was just a 3.8L V6 but it had an Eaton M90 supercharger from the factory and with a few tweaks it gave you 350 torque which was more than a stock Mustang. But it NEVER sounded anything like a Foxbody and too heavy so it was slower than the Mustang too lol.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I don't hate the Corvette, but I'm disappointed that you can't get a manual transmission anymore. Also, I would have preferred it remain front-engine.

[@zerogroundclearance6295]

The way you talk and explain things with your personality is second to NONE, your funny a.f,, NEVER loose yourself ❤️

[@SpaceEngineerErich]

Kinda geeking out right now because we sent that Mustang to you. My buddy Matt did the inspection on it. His initials MM are on the Diff. haha

[@silo_fx3182]

Really amazed (and pleased) to see a car like this in todays market. Seems that Ford really decided to go with the driver experience. As you say, end of an era. All these 'last' models are going to be so sought after in years to come.

[@MKu64]

I have a sneaking suspicion that those screens are going to look extremely dated within a year or 2 and they will make them more classic or better integrated on a new model.

[@niklaswejedal463]

Sarah: by far the best (and most funny) car reviewer on the youtube! Excellent, as always - thank you for what you do and Stay Awesome!

[@gerry-p9x]

Needs the nerdy black glasses for effect

[@bobtis]

What about beautiful

[@niklaswejedal463]

@@bobtis that goes without saying... 😉

[@curtcalfee428]

Finally ! An honest review, not an advertisement or complete slam.

[@datdudeinred]

This is why sarah is the GOAT car reviewer ❤️🐐👏

[@MrReese]

Why is that?

[@mrwest5552]

@datdudeinred - agreed. 👍

[@billm3157]

Agreed

[@speedygold6663]

Simp

[@ChicagoRob2]

100% agree

[@xrmerkur]

yes Sarah, finally someone else who acknowledges how sharp the exhaust tips are.

[@walteranderson5090]

While wiping off my exhaust tips. Have spilled some blood when not careful 😢

[@xrmerkur]

@@walteranderson5090 can never let your guard down

[@geoffreyveale7715]

Inexcusable having sharp metal in a place that can cause cuts. Shows that Ford do not care about customers and penny pinch everywhere. I owned a Ford for 17 years in Australia and will never own another.

[@michaelgambuto4693]

Thank you for showing the entire underbody. No one has done that yet!

[@bobmiller7426]

Great, honest review. Appreciate the time you put into these.

[@stevengagnon4777]

Loved the brake test and watched it several times....I'm still laughing ❤ . The expression on her face and the hair flying is priceless.

[@tucobenedicto1780]

This was definitely the best sounding video you've made. The growl of the car was fantastic, and your cameras picked up on it perfectly.

[@kravenmoorhead5634]

Great review Sarah. You're my wife's and mine favorite reviewer on KZbin, and we've tried them all.

[@frankcoffey]

That second chirp from the tires was cool...

[@802Garage]

I wish they were lighter, but I love that they still come with a manual!

[@ianyates8483]

Stunning. The car isn't bad either 😉

[@LesterSuggs]

6:00 I bet Sarah can "Give it the Beans" and keep this Mustang from going sideways into the desert, running over people, or hopping a curb... unlike most Mustang drivers on the internet. With Launch Control 9:03 HOLY SHEEET was that braking short!

[@trevin1691]

You are on point ! I would love to see Sarah take a night time rip on her local race track!

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

@@trevin1691 I just love to see anything with Sarah in it! 😁😍

[@wbryanj]

You go Sarah, best reviewer ever.

[@daleanderson7629]

"Trust your own opinion don't listen to what other people say" Sarah-n-Tuned 2023 (in a car review)

[@SarahnTuned]

Fact

[@carguytroy]

Great review. Love this car!! The V8 is alive and well......Hope it stays that way!!

[@stevenkraus1679]

By far the greatest 2024 Mustang review yet! I just got the same car except atlas blue and 10 speed. The new or revised shifting software in the 10 speed took away all the clunky mess and firm shifts of my 18 gt 10 speed. The car as a whole is much improved

[@fishflash1]

This Stang will turn any owner into a badass when behind the wheel. Very impressive.

[@gpilsitz1783]

Yeah, but when they step out, everyone yells, "There's Waldo!"

[@MrGarbageman1965]

@@gpilsitz1783 LOL

[@donmears4090]

I enjoy these car reviews by Sarah because reverence is thrown out the window in faver of an honest opinion. A new measurement for zero to sixty could be "Zero to hello officer time"!

[@wheelbasemedia5814]

The nuance between muscle car and pony car is something I appreciate. People often freely interchange the two.

[@TristouMTL]

If I didn't know better, I'd swear Sarah doesn't even use a clutch to change gears -- just a flick of her perfectly manicured finger at the exact right moment. Smooooooth.

[@vicmreyes]

I can say that at 5"5", it wasn't too bad sitting in the back seats of a S650. Pretty cool car for sure

[@gregorybarth930]

There will be no children conceived in this back seat, unless they are little people

[@Primus54]

Not a big fan of the exterior color but I really like the latest design. Would look great in British Racing Green, aka, “Bullitt” Green. Another review that offers so much more info of interest for car enthusiasts compared to the other reviews out there, and certainly more entertaining. Thank you, Sarah. 👍👍👍

[@themidnighttavern6784]

It's very area 51ish, which is arguably one of the best colors on sale today. But I think it fits SUVs/trucks more than it does on a sports car.

[@BRAINFxck10]

Bullitt green is not British Racing Green, it’s called Highland Green and it has a dark olive tone, British Racing Green has a dark teal tone.

[@kelvinhill9874]

Yes. BRG would be a great colour on these.

[@superstallion97]

Maybe they will make a Bullit version

[@truantray]

Sigh. Enough with the Boomer Mustang references.

[@def1791]

It’s so sad we are seeing the last of the muscle cars in our lifetime.

[@Rubeless]

They will return just as they did before. American car makers are all about making money for their shareholders.

[@bradcarpenter1881]

It is sad especially since the used car market will appreciate in value due to no new incoming cars to replace the old, and all we will be left with are bs EVs thanks to California and the lunatic dictator democrats

[@robertfarris7375]

As always, you killed it Sarah. First car was a used 1979 Mustang 5.0.

[@SarahnTuned]

Love the 4 eye foxes!

[@TakmyFlowr]

Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.

[@546Scott]

I've never been a mustang fan but this is a nice car!! I always thought the Mustangs have always sounded fantastic even back in the late 80s and early 90s

[@mldiy]

As a fellow content creator, I just want to say that "Hello people watching car reviews on the Internet" is a brilliant way to open. Thanks for making such amazing and inspiring videos!

[@j-w-67]

you are a fun girl making fun nerdy videos...thanks for being very thorough with data...love it keep going dont change😊👍

[@WilburLouisa]

A true friend is the most precious of all possessions and the one we take the least thought about acquiring.

[@petermoller8337]

Hi mate great to see your 800+ patreons well deserved 😊🇦🇺

[@Steven-p4j]

The face that it has 4 valves, and VVT, is hot in itself. It revs much higher than typical American V8s, which is impressive.

[@stephenmanley4097]

Nice too see a muscle car is still being made, that's an awesome car. 👍

[@KOrnhOliO1]

Yeah, if you enjoy having a poorly made, terribly reliable car. No way I'd buy a Ford now with all of their endless recalls! The quality sucks!

[@DS22723]

​@@KOrnhOliO1 Then you should get a 2024 Camaro or the 2024 Challenger instead! Oh wait...

[@newfie-dean5803]

This is not a muscle car, lol.

[@trevorhelmsley388]

The last real muscle car was the original Dodge Viper

[@rbs427]

The way you shift! That is just awesome! Impressive. That's a super cool car! I have owned many over the years and I'm so glad Ford is paying attention to what's important.

[@stuartbrown4223]

Damn, the exhaust note of this carcis freaking awesome

[@NatalieHoover-l1m]

To be wrong is nothing unless you continue to remember it

[@dougsteele5104]

I worked on the design team that did the Headlamps and Tail lamps

[@rubberwoody]

How much were you forced by the higher ups to maintain the classic vertical tail lights

[@ArunSudama-ur2cd]

I’m so glad you reviewed this one. I was curious to see how it’s different from my 2022 GT

[@SarahnTuned]

It's basically just the Tech that stands out, and the induction sound from the dual throttle bodies.. which i'm sure you can find a way to swap onto an earlier Coyote.

[@ArunSudama-ur2cd]

@@SarahnTuned I like my S550 just fine 😀

[@kelvinhill9874]

@@SarahnTunedyou would probably need to use the new intake as well, I guess.

[@richardbudai9590]

Your reviews are as unique as it gets. Love it.

[@simonthebroken9691]

You always brighten my day when I get to watch your video. Thank you.

[@wfoguy]

Sarah, from 15 and newer, the irs is a super 8.8. That rear is shared with trucks in live axle config. It has 34 spline axles instead of 31. The standard ratio of 3:15 has a carrier that won't except lower ratios. I bought a center section with a 3:55 for my current project. All of the 15 and newer units are posies. Nice review. :)

[@davva360]

I know a lot of people criticize Mustangs but I have had a couple and loved them. Would love one of these. Like the styling, the engine note is immense. What's not to love? If you cant keep it on the road thats your issue.

[@wild_lee_coyote]

Paid for by the Sarah-n-Tuned car review comment section and I approve of this engine.

[@GoGuy62]

Beep beep 😂

[@kirknewton100]

Another great review with your usual tongue in cheek humour. Great review .

[@glenn5328]

Loved your review. Looks really great!

[@armancha23]

Wow, talk about a redemption for Mustangs! Awesome review Sarah!

[@kennygates]

Q: What manual feels the best to you as far as feel to drive performance? Love your informational in depth reviews 💝

[@mrfixall]

I'm not sure if you have a script or if you add lib, 😂 But when you said harmonica, I just about spit out the water that was trying to drink at that moment. Initially started watching your channel because of all the cool things you do, But I am truly being entertained in addition. That in the fact that we both live in Arizona.

[@leefoulds2569]

Great review as always. Love that color and package!!!

[@shakpro4296]

Presentation style is FABULOUS, Sarah❤🇬🇧

[@cayennepeppa707]

I have an S550 and I couldn't be happier. However, I totally understand the appeal of picking up one of the S650's. I would wait a few years so they can iron the tech out, though. Every time there's new tech, we don't find out the glitches until it's out for a while. Otherwise, I agree. G7 carries the Mustang banner very well. Finally, I love that this car seems to represent the middle finger to the EV's out there.

[@302Mustang13]

You are absolutely right on the MT82. Lots of criticism but mostly from non owners. I have a 2013 Mustang 5.0 with the MT82 and it's the best manual in the GT by far. Still works like new and has taken everything I've thrown at it like a champ. I've had a couple GTs with the TR-3650 and they were both clunky and the '03 had the balky 1-2 shift.

[@konkombotis5549]

Thanks, Sarah. enjoyed this review. As a current owner of an S550 GT, the new model interior update loses the homage to the original twin dash. But, the graphics on this are sick. Overall, it's a better quality interior. Sarah, you got to review the DarkHorse soon, I bet you're gonna love it more.

[@kevindepew8193]

I am really amazed people are excited about some car pictures on the dash. This would have had "wow" factor 20 years ago. Now, given all the technology we have in our lives, it just seems worthless and w/o value. The interior looks strange with the gargantuan screens. I would much rather have the S550 interior with a more tasteful information screen. After seeing it a couple of times, what is seeing a picture of a mustang on the screen going to do for you?

[@konkombotis5549]

@kevindepew8193 I get it, Kevin. All car manufacturers are doing this now & after 2030, new cars will be electric only. So, buy your dream car now & keep it for life. I'm keeping my 2022 Mustang GT.

[@k-mac5511]

Thanks for keeping it real. Ive watched 100 2024 mustang reviews on YT. I was going with the ecoboost but now leaning heavy toward the GT. It'll be my daily driver so mpg is a consideration, but then again YOLO.

[@nobodynothing6551]

It's unbelievable how absolutely unphotogenic this thing is. I have seen a couple on the road recently and they look waaaaaay better in person

[@ameltjr9802]

It's ugly. Horrible design.

[@MrGarbageman1965]

@@ameltjr9802 Not if you option it out

[@vincentjoyce5100]

If this is the end of the Mustang it’s going out with a bang.

[@jasonmillington4344]

I really like the styling of this, especially the rest, seems to look a lot more old school. Great review as always

[@garymarshall4445]

Love your review, Sarah! As an owner of a 2016 GT with the addition of the Ford Performance Pack 3 upgrade, it allowed the throttle response to be much quicker than stock and upped the HP to almost S650 level. I like it! I'm a bit wary of the magical robotic sprayed on cylinder liner...so glad mine doesn't have it.

[@heathwirt8919]

Great review, love the sound of it going through the gears. Overall a really nice pony car.

[@pme166]

Our 5.0 13/14 GTCSs have turned out to be very reliable and lots of fun. If you get pure gas and drive it conservatively you can get consistently 24 MPG on the highway. Love the review. It is sure a fun car to drive and yes, you have to be careful with it so you are not the next Meme about mustangs on the web. My experience is don't do anything stupid until your tires warm up. Then you have the traction to have fun with it.

[@tracemcgee]

Gotta tell ya. Love your reviews and content. Love your wit and clarity on what your working on. Of course you know your the best!!! I hope you have continued success in your adventures. V.

[@_intrepid]

I'm debating this vs the RC-F. I kinda love the Lexus but this thing I think is an overall better package.

[@gcswift2]

This is the review I've been waiting for!!! I realize you've been busy restoring other projects, but I wish you could've gone out with the other reviewers and played with ALL the variants. I want to see your reaction to the 4Banger. The drift brake looks fun, and we must get you on a track.

[@NathanGrantham]

Hope arouses, as nothing else can arouse, a passion for the possible.

[@craigcontofalsky4387]

When did your acceleration test it sounded like Steve McQueen banging the gears in "Bullit".😊❤

[@UnDeFineDvProDucTion]

keep this thing away from crowds!!!

[@twoeightythreez]

It actually uses more robust parts than a standard 8.8 Its literally called the "Super 8.8" It has 34 spline axles and AFAIK the ring gear has more robust mounting to the carrier (but its still 8.8 inch diameter). This is probably one of the strongest IRS diffs u can buy And EVERY S550 stang had a limited slip diff, regular ones have a Ford Perfomance clutch type diff while the performance pack has a Torsen. FWIW I like the shift feel of the MT82

[@johnfortman7796]

I was going to say this. The stock diff is only a 2 pinion and dirt cheap from Ford.

[@theapplepaul]

Sarah just keeps getting better. This is the review other auto reviewers watch when they want to learn something. Ford cars...are somewhat better now. Except then they stop making them. Their car lineup has seen more axe work than The Shining.

[@lexusbruh904]

Liking this new gen Stang'! Had a 07 gt/cs and miss it haha Nice shifting skills Sarah! ✊

[@Jack-wq1sl]

Loved the review. Can’t wait to see the new 2024 Mustang in person. I may have to trade in my 2022 Camaro. And I agree, the back end does look like that of the Camaro

[@themrmarkprior]

California cops gunna love the revenue from these 🔊

[@MisterMikeTexas]

"Horses are jacked!" OK! 😂😂 I dig this review. It's a fair and honest assessment of the car, and the humor and entertainment stands right there with Joe Raiti on his channel, and Bill of Curious Cars.

[@Peanutdenver]

I test drove a Dark Horse prior to getting my G82 M4C(though that was an huge ordeal in and of itself)and I was throughly impressed with the new Mustang. Quite a difference from a decade ago when I last test drove one. Ford has made huge improvements across the board especially the interior. It/they sound better than my M4 but it was not quite as quick. I will say I would be happy to own one if not for my BMW. Great review btw.

[@wheels845]

I’ll never tire of your car reviews!❤️

[@charlesschneider7079]

The sunglass compartment looks similar to the one on my '02 F-150.

[@vctaillon]

really like the way you show and measure anti sway bars, thanks

[@PipeManPeep]

The Dodge Challenger is still the only American muscle car that still looks like a muscle car. The Mustang, Charger, Camaro and even the Corvette all look like sports cars now. This Mustang looks a little more muscle than the previous, but it's not quite there yet.

[@annathemaanderson4448]

Learn how to spell CAMARO!

[@PipeManPeep]

@@annathemaanderson4448 I'm so sorry.

[@waterloo123100]

@@PipeManPeepthe corvette was always a sports car

[@arcturionblade1077]

Wasn't sure what to expect from this video but the review was entertaining and funny!

[@dankane5422]

Yes the 8.8 is a rendition of the 8.8 solid axle

[@AlbertusMagnus_44]

"That pulled my teeth out!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣That's some serious braking!

[@MacG467_]

Looks like that harmonica got some serious heat stress.

[@rayperkins4506]

I'm impressed with your shifting ability . Love watching your videos.

[@lilith3705]

So for those trying to enjoy the last hurrah of the ICE and stick-shifts, would you suggest the Mustang's aural V8 thrills or the sportscar joys of a new 86? Not a hypothetical, as I'll actually be making this choice shortly. :)

[@pimpovic2]

Go Mustang. Cars like this need to be experienced once in life.

[@stephenbrink1079]

THANK YOU! Great review, really appreciate the detail and the SOUND. Very informative and you hit on so many items where others simply pass over.

[@IronmanV5]

What REALLY has ruined the reputation of the Mustang isn't just the yahoos doing burnouts at Cars & Coffee, but also the ones with stickers on the front bumper saying: [ Insert Crowd Here ] Also, whatever we did to get a noon time video from you, please tell us so we can do more of it!

[@dakotamurray7184]

Those yahoos should be arrested and charged for reckless driving.

[@BRAINFxck10]

Also the “Mustang” Mach E has watered down the Mustang brand being associated with a EV crossover flop.

[@Rasputinshome]

Excellent work.

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

Love the Supra cameo @04:19

[@PlumbRalph]

Mustang is the only car I’d want. Maybe I’ll get one when I retire. I’ve always loved them. Funny the only ones I didn’t like was the Fox bodies. But everyone else seems to love them. I thought they looked like a Ford Escort. Not a Mustang.

[@OllamhDrab]

Oof, aren't we over that 'lack of physical buttons for like climate control' fad yet? At least turning on the defogger without looking away from the road is a pretty essential safety thing in my book. It's a small thing that can get pretty disqualifying.

[@michaeleckhardt409]

Great review of a great car. Nevertheless I wouldn’t trade my 2019 Bullitt for a S650. It’s far more timeless.

[@SarahnTuned]

Don’t trade your Bullitt. Especially not an S550 Bullitt, that’s too special of a car to let go of.

[@michaeleckhardt409]

@@SarahnTuned I’m glad you feel the same. BTW don’t know how often I’ve watched your gorgeous Bullitt review so far. Love your channel. ♥️🇩🇪🇺🇸

[@faridalghali5246]

Thanks for another great video, Sarah😁👍

[@BCCartman]

I wonder if the dual intake has something to do with the increased 'crispness' to the throttle response.

[@russellboyd-jb8jv]

SARAH, FUNNY AND BEAUTIFUL, A GREAT COMBINATION INDEED... RUSS BOYD, KEY WEST FLORIDA...

[@shadowslayer64]

Most people come here for the actual cars and the in-depth review. I'm just here for the super cute outfits and her adorable reactions to the personality of each car.