Should You Buy a 2018 Mustang GT Over a 2013 Mustang GT? - Which is Better? (In Depth Comparison)

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My Procharged Mustang GT known as Smurrf has treated me very well over the years, however with the brand new 2018 Mustang GT arriving it was irresistible to see head to head which one overall in depth is a better value and better car. The 2019 Mustang GT will be out soon with little changes so I imagine this will apply there as well. The Coyote 5.0 V8 is a glorious engine and with both cars sharing a similar power plant is it worth the extra money to buy a 2018 instead of an S197 from 2013? Here's every difference of both cars. Thanks for watching!
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[@ThatDudeinBlue]

Which one would you choose?

[@WPGT]

ThatDudeinBlue Is this Neo Auto’s car?

[@NightWalkerMedia]

2013. S550 is too curvy for me 😂

[@davidbillingslea2720]

hi david hope you get well soon much love from the atl

[@joden151]

2018, but if it was specifically smurf,then the 2013 lol

[@NightWalkerMedia]

@J LMAO not at all, but the new mustang just doesn't really catch my eye as much

[@1970HondaCL100]

"Yes." - Ford executives

[@barryscott3327]

Yes

[@deek1701]

They want you to get a new one because they don’t make profit on used ones

[@cat-em3mj]

@@deek1701 Yea and that's their whole point. To make money it's called running a biz

[@tikijojo]

The S197 body esp. 2010-2014 is the best looking in my opinion. It looks like a classic Mustang with modern lines.

[@ImThe5thKing]

I loved it at the time. Took me a couple years to get used to the S550 put this new facelift for 18-20 just looks MEAN

[@ImThe5thKing]

@John P Yeah the Terminator looks exceptionally mean, even if people don't like how they look. They still scream muscle car. Now the mid-90's SN95s, THOSE are abysmal to look at. Aside from the Pintostangs, those are the worst by FAR. But I like the look of the 01-04s, I'd like to get one in all black and put a Coyote gen 3 in it. But, I'm just shooting for the stars now lmfao

[@crevis12]

I rented a 2012 GT graphite convertible for a week for my wedding.. drove the hell out of it., still have fond memories of that coyote

[@davidclifton7393]

Why? I hv an 08v6 orig owner. The 10s hv a weird rear end to me.

[@user-by4uv9vl8r]

Couldn’t agree more

[@SpaceGotIt]

Its 3 years since he installed the pro charger? Time flies when you make good content

[@blvk_sky]

For real, I was like 3 years!?

[@dieseldan420ca]

Yawn.... and hasn't done much since then. It's time for an upgrade if he wants to keep this YT train rollin. A 2019 auto with just a Whipple could be a Hellcat killer.

[@Xero-rr2ol]

love it you said hellcat but we know demon and red eye would still win

[@dieseldan420ca]

I said it because just a few mods here or there could swing the outcome. I feel the Ford still has the advantage due to the lighter weight, larger supercharger, flex fuel ready fuel system with 16 fuel injectors and that lightning quick 10 speed trans.

[@bmcj6197]

@@dieseldan420ca shit just bolt ons and E85 these 2018s are killing hellcats..

[@fog92]

I truly think overall the 2011-2014 will age better than the new generations

[@chrisjenkins451]

I still think the body of the 2013 just always look more mean and vicious than the current and the last one.

[@darrin2053]

Fat Gleesh_112 looks are stellar in 13 but the S550 is more refined and a better ride. I owned a 2011 5.0 and now in a 17 5.0 and the 17 is a much better car all around.

[@whiteboyangel4838]

@@darrin2053 of course they have to make it better or people wouldn't buy

[@krob8823]

Agreed

[@andyhernandez2360]

woodyfive0 drive a 14 500 complete different experience than a s550 5.0 I’ve owned 2 5.0 California special and performance package I just like the interior in the s550 more

[@carguy0389]

Honestly same bro

[@Drako_1975]

2011-2014 Mustang GT's are the best bang for the buck! They are affordable, reliable, and it's a high 12 second car! which is still pretty quick!

[@5.0king67]

fact

[@petrolhead8851]

Fbo,with a cobra jet intake manifold,some cams, on e85, you can probably see some low 11 sec passes, maybe even 10sec passes

[@kingpin1118]

I went from a 2017 V6 mustang to a 2019 Mustang GT Performance pack. I now finally understand why people love mustangs.

[@Shiftnlift]

lol welcome

[@shelber10]

I bought a 13 GT i could have bought a 15 but the body style is why i went with a 13 much better looking and more aggressive in my opinion

[@MrAlternation]

do you mind saying how much you got it for and how many miles? im in the market for one also. (texas)

[@Pbeezy4]

@@MrAlternation I bought a 2014 gt CS Friday 24k miles $23k

[@nicd5051]

MrAlternation A few months ago i bought a 2013 gt premium for $19k with 53,000 miles in Austin!

[@Pbeezy4]

@Peder Hansen you're quite the esoteric one aren't you

[@JonathanRodriguez-vy8ig]

yeah im looking into getting a 19 or a 14 i like the 14 an my pockets do as well but the 19 is just sharper and the suspension in the rear is a big diff but if i do im just getting a base gt still love the 13-14

[@swmo_SS]

Sitting here in 2022 as a lifelong Chevy fan, I can honestly say an s550 GT is my 5 year car. No matter what scene you run with or what your style is, you can’t deny the fact that Ford really just got it right with this car:)

[@Mmmmbbbbaaaaakkkuuu]

I hope you get it soon!

[@gioi8892]

I’m lucky enough to drive and own a 2013 mustang and being a car dealer lets me see and drive a lot of different cars. I can say this for sure . For the past couple months I’ve been watching prices on mustangs at the auctions. The 11-12 has definitely dropped in price. The 13-14 has remained strong and for the most part prices have remained the same $15k-$20k in good shape with good Miles. The 15-16 models are the same if not a little less expensive. This shows me the demand for the 13-14 are stronger and more customers perfer this model. Also a note I’m in Florida where the cars are a dime a dozen .

[@melisssa7777]

I live in Florida, I'm looking for a 2013gt or 2014 gt.....I have an 07 Gt now all modded out,,,,I just also want another. I wouldn't even consider anything from 2015 and up,,,but ugly they are.

[@Entertainment-rl3el]

I Have a 2014 model, I want to get a 2015. Where do you think I Should sell my 2014 to get enough for a 2015?

[@user-pv4qq6ud9j]

I would just take a 13-14 s197 5.0 premium with a stick. Looks better IMO & saves a ton of money. Can’t go wrong either way.

[@nismoaltima1326]

That's what I'm doing. Wanted a 16-17 but they are significantly more expensive and my record isnt very good so insurance will be a huge bitch so I'm going with a 14

[@chaseadams8018]

I’m shopping too.. 13/14 in stick with premium and please please performance package and low miles lol. Almost impossible

[@swing1T]

@@chaseadams8018 my dream car is 13-14 way better then the new look and same engine i would just mod it because it’s slightly slower stock

[@chaseadams8018]

@@swing1T me too brotha. If I wanted to keep it stock I’d go 18. But I wanna modify and make it my own. So 14 it is!

[@TOMMYV8B]

@@chaseadams8018 I have a 2013 6spd premium with STAGE 3 ROUSH Supercharger, 48,000 klms , new Nitto 305 35R19 rears, 275 30R 19 Achilles fronts I want. $45,000.00 CDN.

[@lonelamon]

I wouldn't go new. Get a 16 or 15 with a few miles. Best of both worlds.

[@markbrecht]

Ink stained canvas always buy the last year of a model, it’s a better investment

[@Clone895]

Exactly... I picked up a used, fully loaded '17 Camaro 2SS for over $10K off MSRP and it only had 12K miles on it. The most important thing is to make sure the car wasn't completely destroyed by the previous owner

[@Darion350]

@@markbrecht Not necessarily true. In my opinion it's better to go with the last year of the refreshed model, so the 2014 would be the best of that generation of Mustang and the 2020 would be the best out of this current generation of Mustang. I try not to buy a new model since that's when most of the problems occur but they sure look cool when they first come out (I bought a 2010 GT so I'm a hypocrite).

[@ZackRobinMusic]

I would suggest waiting for the 18's to drop in price a bit....that 10 speed auto is incredible

[@robbieowens3943]

I have a s197 and my dad has a s550. I completely agree that the interior on the newer ones along with the ride is just night and day! However, I will say I think the body design on the s197 is just timeless.. It is so aggressive and the s550 looks good just not as aggressive. Love these videos man!

[@jacobsiekmann426]

New Mustangs look too European in my opinion. I don't feel the aggression when I look at them like the 2013.

[@JoeSavie]

Jacob Siekmann bro exactly!!!

[@lovepreetgill9307]

@Peder Hansen lol cmon they aint

[@senorpepper3405]

i like em cause they look euro. bought a new ecoboost

[@h2sx_riderqc]

its look like a 2 door fusion

[@zirkh1609]

they dont look aggressive but they do look evil specially the 2018s

[@400hpmustang]

The 13 and 14 have the best lines and look imo.

[@SpyderRios]

I have a 2011 GT premium, 3.73s, Brembo pack and mods. It’s lowered 1.5 inches, forged staggered wheels, boss front fascia, borla s axle backs and a custom tune. It makes 390 plus at the wheels. Things I would like to add. 13-14 taillights and quad exhaust, GT500 spoiler and Recaro leather seats. That would make it perfect. Making a monster would required full exhaust and the Cobra Jet Manifold that’s plenty for me. All that is a lot of money so I won’t be changing a thing any time soon. Now getting 2018 is a no go for me. If I was to upgrade I would rather get a used GT350 instead. However I really want a new Raptor or perhaps a Bronco if Ford ever gets one out. For the time being I still love my 11 5.0, it still beats anything that gets on its way. I am yet to race a new GT or the new Camaro SS which are probably slightly faster but still a drivers race. The Coyote is just so smooth and rev happy, It never gets old.

[@yourtrash7086]

Buddy do I have some news about the bronco for you 😅

[@smitty31560]

2013 GT is one of the best looking Mustangs ever. I have one parked beside my 🦊 and I'll never get rid of either.

[@supastarvfr9534]

1. I can buy a built 2014 for less than a stock 2018...suspension, supercharger, etc 2. The watts link, while it doesnt help the ride, it lets the S197 go much harder on a road course. 3. The 2013-14 Mustang that flat-out looks better. I bought my 2014 GT new and never looked back. I driven and worked on S550s and they are nice. At a local SCCA event, we to compare a stock S550 against an S197 with a watts-link and the usual suspension mods. The S197 killed the game on the courses. Smurf speaks for itself. 105k miles and still reliable. Smurf is a brute that requires skill. Thats the appeal. I would take Smurf with good tires and test them both on a road course. But, its all personal preference in the end.

[@cutthroat795]

FastTX FiveOh of course aftermarket performance parts will make a car better than factory cars... if they are quality parts. Car manufacturers usually go for the middle ground in all areas to reach the largest market. If you want to do the same to a newer design there is going to be a higher limit but there will always be a price like it or not.

[@supastarvfr9534]

@@cutthroat795 Thats why I came from the perspective of making the choice right now. Mind you, both car were at the dealer when I got my new 2014. I chose it for it's looks and for the solid axle. It simply looks mean. And, at the time, the aftermarket was fully behind the 2011-14 cars. Now that Ive been through some turns with a watts link equipped S197, Im happily stuck lol.

[@n01928]

Yup. Besides the magnetic ride and the addition of direct injection (which I didn't hear mentioned I might have missed it) there really isn't a huge upgrade perfomance wise and it's still too new to really see how the aftermarket benefits from this. If you are looking for a nicer car rather than performance you'll likely go EB but the 197 still holds up well. I think he's definitely underestimating it around a course. The S550 is no doubt better handling but you throw a 200hp advantage and you'll be able to eat it's lunch in just about any track.

[@javidgt8]

Youre speaking straight facts brother. S197 over any other gen. I can only imagine how she rips around a road course. I sold my 14 2 years ago but I will definitely be buying an S197 GT500 as soon as i can lmao

[@person.w9780]

If I had to choose, I'd take the S550 any day. The sleeker design has grown on me.

[@kachkhan8023]

Bought myself a 67 mustang for 16th birthday today!

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

Congrats enjoy yourself mate you're lucky to have such a car at your age 👍

[@spacejesus321]

best decision ever when i got my 88 firebird it changed my life i got it at age 20 and im 21 only 1 yr but i feel like i have a million memories already

[@j.a.g.8689]

You bought a 67 mustang yourself at 16? Is it running?

[@kachkhan8023]

J.A.G. Not running, but does have rebuilt 289 and c4 auto trans. And needs some body work

[@kachkhan8023]

spacejesus321 best thing you can do is be around old cars, especially ‘merican.

[@hunterrliese]

A little over a month ago, I test drove a 2015 Mustang GT, manual, and a 2011 Mustang GT, Manual. Both fully loaded, besides the CS package. I loved the 2015. Easy to control, very confident around corners, even under heavy acceleration. And then I drove the 2011. I pretty much had to relearn how to drive. That car terrified me when I first drove on it, because of that live axle, because of the way it naturally drives. On corners, as long as I don't accelerate heavily, it is controllable but, as you said, it can't take corners like the 2015 and up can. I ended up going with the 2011 since it was more in my price range than the 2015. I love my 2011. Now that I've driven it a lot, I understand the car more, and I can control it a lot better. I do wish I could have gotten the 2015, but maybe in a couple of years, I'll get a new mustang. I don't regret getting the 2011. I love my car. (Sorry for the long post... Lol)

[@gfrom2537]

How much did u pay for the 2011 looking into getting one soon

[@bobbysvt]

I was in the exact same boat as you except I bought a 2012 boss 302 instead of a base 18 gt with the automatic 10 spd. I kind of wish I got the 18 or a 15-17 premium gt but the boss will be worth more than the plain gt anyway so I’m not worried at all. I plan on trading it in in a few years for a gt350

[@hunterrliese]

$15,000. It had 42,000 miles on it when i got it. Carfax report came clean.

[@Jesse.Crenshaw]

As a cheap upgrade, swap out the rear lower control arms. It helps keep the rear axle locked in place better. Anti-roll bars make the biggest difference, then some quality struts and shocks (i am running Bilsteins). Also, look on the forums for sale section. I got an amazing deal on the anti roll bars that way, and they are my favorite addition.

[@javidgt8]

Dont feel bad, screw the S550.... lmao jk jk. But the S197 is the best imo. It does definitely take more finesse to drive fast than an S550 but thats part of the fun to me. I like the more muscle car feel to it, the S550 is too sports car in my opinion. Id rather get an actual sports car or get an actual muscle car, not some weird in between love child. the S550 still is a heavy car to throw around corners, theres no arguing with that.

[@poorboy3136]

2013 me all day. 2013 more of muscle car. 2018 is European trying to keep up with the Jones.

[@fread51]

Yeah keep the same style if you like being a basic b****

[@javidgt8]

Its called loyalty. And if it aint broke, dont fix it lmao. The S197 is sooo much sexier than the S550, and with the 18 front end now, GARBAGE. Lmao sad whale in the rearview. Buying an S550 is the basic bitch mobile, have you seen the over influx of teenage girls driving the new boosted 4??? And the mass amounts of them rolling around as rental cars? Talk about basic LMAO

[@person.w9780]

@@javidgt8 Was that not the same case for the SN96?

[@crashcourseinbruhsurgery]

@@javidgt8 Didn't basic bitches drive V6 auto convertibles?

[@javidgt8]

person fishforce Eh not he best looking imo. I’m just saying, since this guy thinks not switching means ur a basic bitch. Really and truly when any new mustang ever comes out it’s gonna be like that. Once a new gen comes and the rental companies have them they become real common. I also live in Orlando where 90% of the people on the road are tourists in rental cars so S550s are stupid basic here. Everyone has them. S197s have become rare now in comparison.

[@SkullcrusherGamingTV]

I sell Ford’s, The S550 is a joy to even just move around the lot. I love selling them, that way I can drive them ;)

[@midwestsneakerhead6511]

Skullcrusher Gaming lol!! ;)

[@ericperez8696]

Skullcrusher Gaming how much? Anything under 18k?

[@areliius1735]

Eric Perez lmao good luck with that. only 15-17 GTs you’ll find under 20k are salvage titles

[@russell1168]

@@ericperez8696 s550 under 18k? Ur dreaming

[@isaiahmartinez5620]

13-14 mustangs are the best looking ever

[@Anirossa]

Isaiah Martinez any pre-foxbody mustangs are a thousand times better looking

[@FirstnameLastname-do1px]

They are literally some of the worst looking mustangs ever.

[@chrism.728]

The old classics look the best to me, late 60s/early 70s. They are timeless.

[@gian-lucbrasseur207]

Blind.

[@Darion350]

Mustangs from 1964 through 1970 are the classic Mustangs and imo the best looking. Anything between 1970 and the fox bodies are junk.

[@banneddamn]

And in 3 years the new mustang youll be saying how crap the 2018 interior is. Again. Like always its praised when first comes out then dissed.

[@Kystifyable]

well usually the goal of a generational update is to make the car nicer

[@lukesdoings7150]

And then people will be complaining that it is $10 grand more and still not up to European standards.... meh...

[@bryanveliz1978]

Its almost like, get this, things age. i know, crazy, but its true.

[@banneddamn]

Innovation? Lol a piece of leather over a piece of plastic. Wow such progress. Is it all really THAT different honestly?

[@LOLKINGBABY]

Are you 3 years old? The interior of American Cars in general is unbelievably different then the past. Like completely and totally. No body is going to complain about the interior of American Cars in 3 years, or 5 years, or 10 years

[@raymondortega2080]

Wassup Dude I hope your feeling better. It's good to see you back on your feet.💙

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

This was recorded before the surgery actually! I just had to fight to edit it!

[@raymondortega2080]

Oh and a mustang is still a Mustang sooo I wouldn't complain💙 #Keeprunningwiththehorses #TDIB

[@Mitchell9000]

@thatdudeinblue My favorite video thus far. Keep on the up and up. Your health is paramount to everything

[@NecroTokyo]

I got my self a 2013 mustang GT it guna be mine forever. Besides it going to be a classic sooo yea 😏😏😏

[@affixx5058]

starwarsfan2614 unlimited power! Modern foxbody

[@sydliz1126]

The Boss 302 is a modern classic for sure.

[@ethanelliott7447]

Great comparison and change up form the usual format. I have been following you for years man keep up the awesome work!

[@tonygant2448]

So I'm glad I decided to check this vid out with you mentioning the watts links. I def got some floating going on, especially noticable when changing lanes

[@jmelgar4763]

2013-2014 favorite body style 👌 definitely outdated though...

[@ms3ben]

I actually miss my 14 gt more than the 17 GT I had. The 18' GT seems to be on another level though. If I were going to stay stock, I feel the Shelby GT350 or Vette would be the better choice and more fun for being in $50K territory; however a slightly pre-owned 18GT can be had for a good bit less with the potential to go very fast with FI on stock internals...

[@sevenwilliams6225]

Your video has been soooooo helpful and you touched on everything I would have wanted to know. Thanks man

[@JonnyEaston]

Almost at 1 Million subs keep pushing hard bro!! you deserve it :D

[@batmansprotege1569]

I like the 2013 better

[@lovepreetgill9307]

Cause that's a MUSTANG A TRUE FUC*KIN MUSTANG NOT A FORD FOCUS BRED FOCTANG

[@wanted-33]

I know this is an old video, but I have to say you're spot on with S550 Mustang. My wife is the Mustang freak of the family, and actually went from a 2013 to a 2018. She was blown away by the advancements in the 550. The car now only has 18K miles on it, and she said that Ford would have to preform a miracle on the Mustang to get her out of that '18. And yes, the car stickered at 53K. Imagine that, a Mustang costing 53000 bucks. :)

[@andrewcoates1]

another great review, informative and authentic. good job

[@flatout6513]

Very good review been a fan of your channel for a long time and as of Monday I am now the owner of a 2018 mustang GT, looking forward to more videos!

[@maximas76able]

2011-2014 Mustang GT

[@BadgerGT500]

Honestly I love the interior in my S550 but I really liked the lay out of the S197s interior

[@everett8811]

The s197 has a nice interior, he has the base interior with ugly aftermarket seats so I dont know why he always talks about his interior. It's his interior that's the problem. Lol

[@michellebedard1902]

I really liked the 2013's but I love the 2018's! I ordered a 2019 Mustang GT premium PP2 401A 6 speed manual in April and I am waiting on delivery. I should be getting it in about a week to a week and a half. I absolutely love the S550 styling! I test drove the 2018 and was instantly in love!

[@rustytoyota]

I've been watching you for years, and I may not watch EVERY video. I still love your channel. KZbin is ROUGH, but you'll always be considered a LEGEND. My absolute favorite video by you is the Cosworth Outback XT. I

[@willthomas3399]

I like how simple and clean the S197 interior was after the refresh, the S550's is really nice but there's a lot going on with the touch screen and all the digital stuff. It's nice and all but I think I just prefer the S197's

[@scringe1]

Great review. I'd take the '19 due to the 2018 first year engine and trans issues. Overall, Ford threw a touchdown with the new 10 speed. I would max option the checkboxes just the orange car shown. The fact that these new blocks can handle crazy power, I would go new. Dudeinblue is right. You won't get bored since Ford stepped it up all around with the GT.

[@joeygonzales6350]

I love how most your content is about Fords. Your awesome man

[@freedom6919741]

Great video comparison!

[@lucaswilkinson7326]

I love both cars. I love the 13 because of the power, the body style and the way the Moter wines out. And the 18 is sharp. Idk which one?

[@evildoug8078]

im a huge ford guy but i would still pick the 2013 just because thats my newer dream mustang

[@liambrennan2605]

Great video honest review being that you own one of the cars really knowledgeable and un biased

[@bashdar991]

I love this channel have been subscribed over 5 years

[@VEDEMRACING99]

Been looking forward to this! Ford has been continuously upgrading!👍

[@willosbo9529]

Yes, but Chevy has been ahead since the start, the ls is the best v8 motor out there

[@WitchTrials92]

@@willosbo9529 I've never been a fan of the S550 Mustang ever since it came out Ford basically turned it into a sports car

[@javidgt8]

G shit they ruined such a perfect sexy majestic beast

[@javidgt8]

Yea i already was iffy about the 15-17 but it grew on me slightly, the 18....wtf....it looks like a sad whale in the rearview

[@ThaHammieJaassee]

Ford has not been upgrading 💁🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🙄 they removed the focus rs, Fiesta st and all the other good cars 🤷🏽‍♂️ having a "mustang" as the main sports car isn't much of an option

[@viziocamaro]

I care more about looks I would stay with the 13 to 14

[@mintgoldheart6126]

the 2018 looks better though

[@jtdecker1]

@@mintgoldheart6126 no u

[@fread51]

13-14 mustag don't look better man don't perform better

[@cnat_sepll]

The new mustang with it slope down bonnet looks like a caveman with mental disabilities, the 13-14 is one of the best looking mustangs imo

[@muscleeveryday]

Mint Goldheart 18 looks like shit if being compared to 13-14 sorry.

[@danielperkins4897]

Thanks bro you cleared up a lot for me, think I’m just gonna keep stacking and go for an 18 or newer when they start coming down a little bit in price.

[@Oemg35]

Great video hope you heal quickly!

[@swizzy6010]

4:43 I picked up a 2014 gt last Saturday and driving it back home from the dealership I realized exactly what you mean

[@OmegaGreedAK47]

Something a little bit different, I like this style of video. 👌🏽

[@Carguments]

I just bought a 2015 s550 and I could not be happier. Base with performance pack and recaros. If I could have afforded the 2018 with mangnaride and PP1 I would have bought it. Great video as always.

[@trosper912]

In my opinion, your Smurf Mustang obviously is still fine and good looking, however to keep the channel fresh it would be cool seeing a new story (next chapter) of Smurf and the new "main" car of the channel. Getting a the new mustang in blue and starting a new journey of mods and exciting journeys would be awesome to follow as a subscriber. Keep up the good work man really enjoy your content and videos! :)

[@newfie-dean5803]

05-09 body style, 2018 interior/suspension/power train with the 4.6L 3V engine sound. Would be a sweet car.

[@Chrislav7]

I love the way the way those look. Definitely prefer the sound of the 2v 4.6 and the Coyote however

[@bryanbeswick6149]

I traded my 2011 for a 2017. Mammoth improvement. With the changes that came in 2018, I'm mixed. 18 changes I envy: HP bump, exhaust, steering wheel. What I like better in 17 (18 went backward in my book): lunch tray over the engine, front end looks. I really like the 17 front end better than 18.

[@cuzimaluzer777]

2017 made less hp from the factory but man those motors and trannies were more robust

[@markrojas5595]

Just bought a 2014 base model and I’m super impressed!!

[@MJ-ug5mo]

After watching your videos I decided to get rid of my Kia and use my 2014 mustang get as my daily driver. I was babying the car and putting it in storage during the harsh winters here in Maine. I am now turning in the leased Kia and using my stang daily. I will be adding a turbo next year.

[@tch632]

Don't care for the 13-14 front end. The 11-12 front end is the most aggressive looking- couple that with 13-14 taillights- 👍👍

[@hellostranger2269]

And 2013 HIDs

[@whodeytomabt85]

100% that's what I'll be doing to mine soon

[@alexnguyen9741]

No lie, today, I witnessed a guy total a brand new white 2018 Mustang GT auto. He still had paper plates. The idiot went full throttle right before a red light with traffic backed up around 6:00 PM. Spun out to avoid hitting other cars, went through a stationary building sign, and up an embankment. Sad day... 😭

[@deek1701]

Alex Nguyen Take the car off his hands for a few hundred and fix it

[@TheBb6prelude]

Alex Nguyen it sounds like the guy went from a 16 secs car to a 11 secs one.

[@silentshiba9629]

Alex Nguyen sad it died so young

[@daveroberts1916]

outstanding review

[@georgec2910]

Love the content bud keep it up ! You know how you make the car culture documentary’s ? You should definitely make one about mustang week 👍🏽

[@Ambitious419]

2013 for the Win

[@alexhernandez-to5ls]

Can’t wait 4 years from now when the 18s are 30k or less 😍

[@rivers9924]

alex hernandez they already cost that much

[@juanduran2813]

In my area they are clearance 30k for a base gt with the 6 speed

[@davidmurphy4672]

@@juanduran2813 I am getting a 2018 mustang gt with 10,000 miles for 26,000 and its a premium one. Go to car max and order it to be freighted to where you are.

[@Shiftnlift]

my pp1 18 -gt was 29500 with 6k miles on it

[@kpelmao8754]

@@Shiftnlift what the fuck

[@younome1845]

I’ve been debating between the 2 for awhile. Thanks.

[@donnsamaa]

One of the hardest decisions for me..thank you!!

[@dannyllerenatv8635]

The biggest thing people complain about is that it no longer looks like a 1960s mustang. Well, if you want something that looks like a 1960s mustang so bad then buy a 1960s mustang!(Say all you want about the S197s. The 13-14 are lookers i'll say that, but theres not many cars out there that look as nice as a 1960s fastback mustang) As much as I like the retro look lets be honest, it was well overdue for a makeover and it STILL looks retro with the redesigns! There's no mistaking it's a mustang. But most of all what sells me to the S550 over the S197 is the IRS. Yes, for drag racing an SRA has a slight advantage and you can still make it handle well, but let's face it, even a poorly built IRS will outdo an SRA in any real world application 9 out of 10 times. There's no comparison. The mustang has gone from a raw muscle car to a proper sports coupe, and thats a good thing. The only one thats a true raw muscle car is the challenger and that thing is a one trick pony thats only good for burnouts and drag racing.

[@HeyBigChriss]

A Mustang is supposed to be a true muscle car. And it's not anymore... sadly.

[@caseycardenas1668]

It does not at all retain a retro styling. There are very very minor throwback hints. At most it's the tail lights and even then it's really not because the newer tail lights are more narrow. Both beautiful and amazing cars but the S197 will always look the best of the two in my opinion. This is coming from a Foxbody guy. Mustangs are life ☺️.

[@caseycardenas1668]

@J 60's on steroids is literally the S197. Obviously it still looks like a mustang. Just not really anything retro about it. At least when compared to the S197. I like them all though.

[@harrisonf780]

Exactly we've got the best of both worlds at my house. I have a 66 mustang and my dad has a 68 fastback with a stroked 390 and a 14 gt500. I really would like to get a fox and one of the newer body styles in the future, time will tell if I want the s197, s550, or whatever is out when I have the money and space.

[@dannyllerenatv8635]

The 68 fastback has to be one of the best looking cars period, I would never get rid of that car if I had one! I will say this from having a fox body once upon a time. It's probably the ultimate drag car and it's one of those cars that don't truly make sense until you build one, then you understand the hype.

[@linchester8464]

the official power figures of the new 18/19 GT have been underrated it closer to 480 crank horsepower and 420 WHP even with the new 10 speed Auto and with tons of bolt on mods and E85 with the new Gen 3 Coyote engine already putting out 600 bhp as shown in StangMode easily a 11 or high 10 sec car with drag tires

[@dudeshark2471]

Lin Chester that’s the thing, stangmode doesn’t have “a ton of bolt ones”. It’s more or less just an intake and headers

[@linchester8464]

@@dudeshark2471 he has a E85 tune with JLT intake and x-pipe and texas speed headers. So yea very little mods. If he got the GT350 intake manifold upgrade that will be another 20 to 30 hp gain with the E85 tune. 600+ bhp NA is kinda impressive. If someone is crazy to put ITBs like those found in Ken Block Hoonicorn V1 Mustang did maybe it wont even need a Supercharger to make more power XD. Of course the stock gearbox must go. T56 Magnum XL.

[@WhoThisGuy515]

It's not under rated, you're seeing the difference between independent dyno shops and the way a manufacturers read the power (more realistic). Heat, humidity, elevation, dyno type, dyno perameters ect will all change the numbers.

[@eagle1_160]

Rhe gt350 mani intake isn't an upgrade for the gen 3, only the custom cobra jet will be an upgrade.

[@linchester8464]

@@WhoThisGuy515 mind you StangMode did a redyno after you guys roasted him for giving a false number. The new dyno is now SAE corrected and it still over 600bhp at the crank. 500 whp.

[@XCVi_MAC]

Test drive both. I bought a 2016 performance package GT and I have not regretted it.

[@h80282]

2018 specially this beautiful orange

[@jdigitalseven7]

2014 was last year of mustangs looking like mustangs

[@Odysseusx86]

11-14 GTs all day every day

[@kb3dow]

Thanks @ThatDudeinBlue after seeing videos like yours I am the proud owner of a '19 Kona Blue GT PP1.

[@Surprised_Chicken]

2003-04 2013-14 are my absolute favorite years for mustang's in terms of looks. The 2017 gt350s are up there too

[@Jesse.Crenshaw]

No wonder your Smurf suspension feels unimpressive if you are still on the stock struts and shocks. Bilsteins aren't that expensive. Combine those with a large set of anti rolls bars and it transforms the car suspension wise. That's what I am running, with the GT500 top strut mounts.

[@petrolhead8851]

That’s what I was saying! Slap some bilstein adjustables, some thicker sway bars, a coilover set up with adjustable dampening,and the car would handle like a beast!

[@automotiveantics]

I did a review on the 18 tho and I did really like it

[@anthonygriffin8463]

Federy exhaust! Lol love you David.

[@teamgreen404]

I'm an old fox body guy. But I can't wait till the day when I'm seated in a new mustang GT. You keep revving and I'll keep watching.

[@Allmotorsmoke]

Been waiting for this video for a while since u posted the 18 on Instagram lol

[@Gearbhall]

I am more interested in comparing an earlier S550 chassis mustang VS the 2018 upgrades

[@ericwillis5031]

Me too

[@clappedfirebird4541]

I love the way it sounds in the cockpit camera view makes me wanna get a pro charger

[@southbayla3137]

Good video idea

[@636Marky]

Only way I’d pick an s550 is for that 10R80

[@brentenjs550]

KZbinrs doing this “premiere” thing is already very annoying.

[@therealjoey724]

Brentenjs550 yes I agree

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

The option sucks, I wanted to see what it was like. Never doing it again.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

What's that?

[@slowdown8945]

what is that???

[@ChadKirk]

I like it and think it’s cool

[@sheep6008]

I have 3.73s as well. Can confirm they are fun.

[@teligon]

Great video!

[@MuffinRacing]

I'd take the 2018 all day long. The independent rear is a huge deal. A Mustang that can finally handle

[@CamboFord]

This seems to be overlooked by so many. The live rear axle on the older model sucks unless you are drag racing.

[@ahmed9707]

2013-2014 mustang gt will for ever be my dream car. I pray I can get one, one day

[@redmanaaron97]

Very interesting video.. not really into Mustangs but switching to IRS is definitely a change in the right direction. Now if they'd just offer them with the Barra and AWD I'd consider getting one

[@toddmichon]

It took me a couple years to save to pay cash for my 2013. I'm glad it took a while as I love the look of it over previous cars. Still, the interior on the newer models is such an improvement, I'd love to have it but I don't see myself being to afford a brand new one at that price. Compared to when I bought my 1985 new, the mindset on the newest generation of these cars has gone upscale. Back then, they were known for their bang for the buck. 12G for a loaded Mustang GT was in the ballpark for a much hungrier age group. Sometimes, I wish I still had it over my 13.

[@automotiveantics]

Depends on how much the handling of the IRS means to you. The 18 motors are having issues so I'd say buy used

[@midwestsneakerhead6511]

Real Steel Cars Not all of them. Just some of them.

[@tonygant2448]

What's going on with them? Don't tell me they put the wrong gaskets like they did the RS' lol

[@automotiveantics]

@@tonygant2448 engine tick. Some call it piston slap or rod knock. MANY have had their engines replaced...some twice

[@automotiveantics]

@@midwestsneakerhead6511 I know about 10 ppl with a 2018 and 9 of them have "the tick"

[@redditor758]

I put 17,700kms on my '18 10 speed and I haven't had a problem at all

[@nickwalker7478]

Nope..do what I did. I bought a used 2016 GT PP for 25G with 600 miles from a dealer in NJ back in May of 2017. Spending another fortune in mods...but will still be much cheaper then buying a new 2018 in the end. Ill be all in for 45G when done with a beast ready to take on all the tracks...see you all soon....back to the garage...

[@javidgt8]

Not a fan of the S550, but thats a smart decision. Plus the 18 front end is ASS.

[@butt5810]

pls never stop doing what you do

[@bodyemcal]

I have a 14 track pack and i love it. Only thing id change for the new ones is i guess some of the suspension stuff.

[@green97probe]

I've always liked the 2005-2009 the best inside and out. I'd love to have another one. People used to talk shit on the interior, but that hard plastic won't bubble up like the soft touch TPO material in the 2010-2014 can in hot climates. I went from a 2007 GT to a 2010 GT, and now I'm in a 2018 GT. The 2013-14 never really appealed to me. In my opinion, the sleek look of the 2010-12 became bloated for 2013. I had no interest in the 2015-17 because they reminded me too much of a Fusion up front. The 2018 facelift caught my attention because it looks more like a Mustang to me. Once I drove one, the performance and sound sold me.

[@ryanmiller9445]

13-14 any day

[@stefanwinter1377]

These colours look soo good next to each other!