What It's Like To Own A 50,000 Mile Shelby GT350R!

[@SamParedes-q3l]

I have a 2017 with 105,700+. Original clutch and brakes. Never tracked, consumes about 1 qt every 3k. Everything works. Typical factory paint issues. Love this beast. My forever car.

[@TWOxTONE_773]

I love how this guy drives to the track. Runs it and drives it home. All on original brakes. Shows amazing ford engineering and I’m a Camaro guy.

[@z06camaro]

He's a novice, I doubt he knows how to fully utilize the brakes.

[@TWOxTONE_773]

@@z06camaro Ok mr. Professional. What F1 team do you race for?

[@z06camaro]

Im assuming you never tracked too

[@Gutztv07]

Knew an older dude, architect, 2000 Ford Explorer truck, had 100,000+ from job sites all over, still had original breaks, guys told him to there still brand new. Don’t abuse the vehicle and it will take care of you he always said.

[@Gutztv07]

@@TWOxTONE_773Ferrari lol

[@heavenhelpus479]

Mine only has 25K in 6 years, but no issues at all. No oil consumption, no A/C failure or leaks, never thrown a CEL or trouble code. It's been back to the shop once for the oil line fitting recall. I've seen a GT350 at a local Cars and Coffee with 115K on the clock. Original block.

[@trmpgod9976]

THE OIL CONSUMPTION STEMS FROM VERY HIGH RPM USE. WHICH WOULD BE NORMAL WITH ANY ENGINE.

[@cdmills252]

What year is yours I heard of certain model years to avoid?

[@dbrr558]

@@cdmills252 ive heard avoid 2016-2018 are the ones with engine trouble. Unless theyve had the top replaced. Not sure exactly what its called or if it was warranty. But 2019+ Gt350s are solid.

[@nicolecastellanos6634]

@@trmpgod9976 you just have to do an oil change every 2k miles

[@corynhughes7782]

If I’m honest I’ve never been a fan of the Mustang but I love the 350 R I like the concept the engineers through the bath water out and engineered a track special for the road.Basically a version of a Porsche gt3 s with a Ford badge on it and I love it.8000 rpm flat crank v8 screaming gripped to the inch of its life.I’m a fan.

[@kizzer1981]

Great update. I got cold feet seeing all of the catastrophic BS on the internet and traded my 350 on a GT500. Definitely miss a lot of aspects of that car but I have always wanted a GT500, so here I am! That quote perfectly sums it up, "the 350R is a track car that you can daily and the 500 is a daily that you can track".

[@liro213]

After some time now, which one would you pick again?

[@z06camaro]

Almost bought a gt350 but didn't want to pay over msrp. Bought a zl1 1le and very happy. Both cars are absolutely nuts. We are living in golden era of ICE engines.

[@TheHotSauceGT350]

Nice. I have 64k miles on a boosted GT350 making over 1000hp! I enjoy seeing these car with mileage. Shows they are being driven.

[@lakerdude42]

I was going to inquire about whipple longevity but a quick search of your channel shows yours has a built engine so that doesn't count.

[@TheHotSauceGT350]

@lakerdude42 honestly on 93 my Whipple Gen 5 was over 30k miles before I went E85 and that sent everything to the moon. I honestly believe had I just left it on 8lbs of boost and not changed a thing. The Clutch would have been the only issue I ever had. It was e85 and more boost that yard sale my car into what it is today

[@lakerdude42]

@@TheHotSauceGT350 so you it ran boosted on 93 for 30k miles? What kind of power were you making?

[@TheHotSauceGT350]

@lakerdude42 on 8lbs it made 757rwhp. I believe HPJ has a dyno video talking about it. It was the first GT350 in the country to have one installed at the time when they released them for GT350s.

[@SofterThanQTips]

49k on my ‘17 350R. Gone through 3 AC systems in 2 years, but even with all that headache, I never intend on getting rid of this car. Always addition, never subtraction!

[@Jamminmotorking]

I dont even use my ac. windows are rolled down to hear the Voodoo sounds!

[@kdcurrington421]

I've gone through 3 and a motor on a black '17 TreeFifty

[@Veterans-e2c]

Just got a 2018 ruby red gt 350 with 10k. Just added the right side air oil separator came with car cover 8 year ceramic coating including the interior. It’s been my dream car since it’s release I just didn’t wanna pay mark up. I just really lucky. What an experience every time I drive it. It’s not my daily. Considering a resonator delete so it sounds like the R model.

[@nerowolf8006]

I put a corsa double helix X pipe on my 350 and it really awakens the sound. Definitely worth doing a resonator delete. Downshfts especially are way more angry

[@ocavant]

Ruby red no stripes R is what I’m looking for. Was 18 the last year for ruby red?

[@billymania11]

I salute you guys for daily driving what are basically track cars. As you guys are younger than me, you can handle the kidney punishing suspension and loud exhaust. I drive a 2023 all black GT 6 speed. It's a black apparition whistling along the interstate in the evening. I hope to take some trips from DC down to Florida later this summer.

[@traxiii]

Congrats, Very Cool. I put 2900 miles on my '22 Mach1 in 9 days, delivering it from Iowa to Nor Cal. She's a daily driver and just awesome to drive, I plan on taking road trips and track days a couple time a year. 10 to 12 thousand miles a year should be an easily attained average for her.

[@danielgreen1523]

Bought a shadow black 350R with just shy of 10k on the clock. NEVER SELLING IT!

[@sjp3003]

My GT350 had the AC and exhaust valves repaired under warranty. Fast, reliable and fun car. Tracked twice and practical to boot. I've now had a GT500 for 1 year with zero issues.

[@gnarlytothemax]

Love to see cars with more miles on them. How they stand up to 100k+ miles of driving is the true test of quality. They're made to drive..

[@garrettsmith6549]

they stand up just fine, my buddy phillip has a 350 bone stock, with 112k miles on it, do your maintenance. Clutch was fine yet he still paid to have it replaced. doing stuff like that will make it last a loooong time.

[@greddy63t]

This video mimics mine as well. I have 67k on mine, its a regular 17 grabber blue. I have 44k on the Gen 2 2019 engine. I have BMR springs which has more lbs. linear spring rate than a stock 2020 R. Next i have a protec commander using e85 for 4 solid years. It has p51 wheels with continental extreme contact 325 rear 305 fronts. I just recently added a Soler performance 91.5mm throttle body which is better for drivability around town and down low. Ive only had to change the starter and battery out, and I think my AC compressor clutch pulley just went out, so i cut the AC belt since its getting colder for winter. Ill deal with it next summer. Ive driven from Miami to Seattle and back and all around the USA as well. Its my daily and still looks and drives like when i bought it 4 years ago. minus a few rock chips up front lol.

[@markhenson6584]

45,006 on my 2016 gt350. Its my daily driver to and from around the valley. Take it to get groceries, meets, and what not. Don't really punch on it too much, other than an occasional malibu canyon run. So far needed to replace the clutch, clutch spring and perch kit, power steering assembly. No crazy oil dump. Did e-85 flex tune, which helps with this valley heat. Check fluids every other time I get gas. So far so good.

[@redwalsh87]

Paid 50k in 2023 for my non-R GT350. 12.5k miles when I got it, already almost 5k miles with it sitting all winter too. I love it!! Great on the track and street driving, been on a 2500 mile road trip too.

[@SamParedes-q3l]

I have a 2017 GT350 with 105,000 miles. Original clutch and still have lots of meat on the original brake pads. Absolutely will never get rid of this car. Light oil consumption. Everything works! 13:36

[@spadethebarber8696]

i got a couple questions for you. did u have the car since new? how much oil does it consume? thanks

[@petecolombus]

Looks better than the GT500

[@EddieX]

Agreed!

[@Mr.window1]

Yep

[@DocUltimate]

Agreed 💯

[@biz0r07]

Strong disagree on that

[@samuraisaint2360]

agree “ also a stick shift , and sounds better

[@Chief_5]

I have 27k on my 2017 base model, I check the fluids and do the oil changes, one set of tires and nothing else, except some nimrod denting my fender got it replaced and its still going strong. Added a GT500 to the garage in October 2021, it's got 6k on it and zero issues.

[@jameslerner846]

Love mine 2020 GT350, last of them, 1 of 176 that year in black and 1 of 36 with stripes.

[@Malevolent__1]

Matt, is one of the coolest guys in our 350 community. Bar none.

[@Wings1090]

You as well!

[@Blakehenry11]

I currently own a Gen 6 Camaro SS non 1LE. I had the opportunity to test drive a regular GT350. Heres my .02 cents. The GT350 feels special, what I immediately noticed was the difference in torque. Now I knew that going in but I was expecting a more then what I experienced. I realize the Voodoo shines above 4K but thats hard to do on a test drive on a public street. At least it was where I was. I loved the exhaust tone and its a sweet looking car. I'll probably take it out again when I can open it up to see what she can really do. Seating position couldn't be any more different. While visibility was better in the GT350 I kind of felt like I was sitting on top of the car where as the Camaro I feel like I'm sitting down in it.

[@lenf3641]

Oil consumption happen in all cars, especially cars with performance engines, it's normal. My 19 GT350 consumes half of a quart in 5K miles. I use Amsoil too. My is not a daily driver, so when I drive it, I drive her hard. And yes, I meat many good people I wouldn't meat otherwise.

[@AllIsWell_22]

You should do a ZL1/1LE - Long Term Mileage review as well with Vignesh!

[@Wings1090]

I second this! We definitely need a follow-up video with us both.

[@EddieX]

That would be awesome

[@stevezx900]

I also agree! Want to see the ZL1 long term review.

[@nighthawk0077]

Good rundown, and yes Amsoil rocks. Even after 10K miles its still clean!

[@ricardoronin5170]

One of my best friends has a gt350. I'm meeting him this Thanksgiving to compare my GT500. I'm team GT500 all day. Perfect blend of comfort and nuclear destruction at the flip of a switch.

[@mxtv1258]

I am hoping to add a GT500, with any luck they we come down to MSRP before there are no new ones left.

[@flyboyu777]

I don't have the R, but I still love my regular GT-350. Especially since I solved the irritating starting issue which turned out to be a dang relay.

[@paulm6481]

That car sounds great. Really good video. This is what I like. Man that enjoys his car and drives it. See you don’t need three sports coupes.

[@EddieX]

Yeah 4 is even better

[@mxtv1258]

@@EddieX I agree 4 is better.

[@JixFlores]

This car is gonna be classic for sure and im glad WE both have it keep it 😁😁😁

[@cammurriel6297]

im in the market for a GT350 they are pretty cheap now i've seen some go as low as 47k with 30k miles

[@markr.9626]

Hey brother ... Tasca Ford, the inventor of the Cobra Jet Mustang use DG oil products on all their race cars and it comes with a warranty... The oil lasts twice as long as any other oil, including Amsoil. I had my GT350 Signature Edition serviced by them and I became convinced of the products ...

[@jewelsharris4059]

Omg and have not changed the fluids yet after that type of miles , reg 350 car is one thing not the R car , at least he is using Amsoil

[@bmx687]

The best mustang and one of the best cars Ford ever and will ever make

[@jamesurso4280]

Would love to ask you and or Matt questions about buying GT350. What to look for, compression testing to make sure no ring or bearing issues, A/C etc....

[@amac8487]

23k miles on my 2018, and it’s been solid 👍👍

[@blakegurd]

Almost 20k on my 19 350R! Love it

[@EddieX]

awesome!!

[@elliottmanning4116]

Curious to hear his opinions about the all new 2024 Mustang.

[@austinclark9850]

‘17 gt350- H1116 coming up on 57k miles

[@Jay-tc9on]

Do you think the gen2 motors in the 19 plus cars are more reliable? And is it worth the delta over a 16,17,18?

[@EddieX]

I believe for regular GT350 there are some changes that make it a bit more “robust”. For the R it doesn’t matter afaik

[@pvega1461]

I’ve got 59,000 on my 17GT350, two issues: The Active Exhaust went out, and the Clutch went out.

[@anthonysuarez7924]

My Shelby just hit 70k 2016 no failures just oil change and tires breaks basic maintenance. I have never took it to track lol just daily

[@LILJRFAN69]

Hello I just buy a 2016 with 35k miles for $45k and I’m afraid is going to brake I’m never going to take it to track so you think it will be fine A lot of people say 2016 is a bad Shelby year ?????

[@revmatic32]

​@@LILJRFAN69keeps tab on the oil level and always let the car get up to temperature before passing 3500 rpm. There's a lot of speculation about which years are better, but regardless of year you have to maintain the car

[@proctortoad]

Love his car! Also, your buddy must also be happy how the Aston Martin f1 team is doing too!

[@Jamminmotorking]

Dude I love my Gt350 more and more every day! I want to buy another one just to keep perfect.

[@SlowMoe462]

I have a 2020 R with 900 miles on it. I really need to drive it more. Great seeing this one out there with so many miles and very minor issues. The forums make it seem like a scary car to own.

[@Forever.Remain.Nameless]

The "forums" do tht to every car😂

[@kostantinoskritikos295]

Wanna sell?

[@SlowMoe462]

Some people say everything has a price. Not actively looking to sell but wouldn't say I'd never entertain an offer. @@kostantinoskritikos295

[@ep9321]

Break makes sense, majority of miles are highway. Same for clutch. I gotta say, overall a solid car.

[@joelaframboise9797]

I’ve had bad luck with my GT 350, two wheel bearings, CV axle, blown engine, with 20000km on the car, the car was Meticulously maintained, still never going to get rid of the car because I love it to much.

[@kuzeydemircan1372]

If I don’t mind to ask how much did it cost you thank you 😊

[@glennballo8293]

Put 42,000 on mine in 2 years! Zero issues.

[@BadgerGT500]

Good, you drove it and enjoyed it. I don’t understand the mentality of spending so much money on these amazing cars to let them sit in a garage.

[@gopherit4952]

bought mine at msrp new in 2019. only put 2200 miles. Sold it 2 weeks ago for 12k more for what i spent. makes sense right?

[@glazedegyptian]

Going to hit 31k miles on my 17 GT350 tomorrow going to GA from NC. Only issue mine shows is the TSB for bolts on trans/block plate where it intermittently surges in very unique situations. Other than that, nothing.

[@markr.9626]

Amsoil is a great product ... lasts a lot longer than Fords and you can hear the difference in the motor .. I have 13K on my 2020, no oil consumptions and no issues ... ...

[@ghuff31]

Mine has 55687 miles on it. It's a 2017 and has seen a few autocross events. I'm with your buddy; it depends on how big of an idiot you're willing to be. Mine's a daily driver and I'm still on the original brakes! I have replaced tires though (obviously).

[@686bmac]

"Drivin as carol Shelby intended... I don't really track this car".. gt350R that is lol. Either way, he is driving it. So that's a plus

[@Shelbyville16]

I am also in Michigan.

[@earlrengland]

In 50k miles, did you ever experience the dreaded 2k rattle? My 2019 GT350 has just over 22k miles and I started hearing that noise out of the blue one day. Haven't figured out what it is.

[@pasolesoup7430]

Normal 350’s in my area are 70-78 R’s are 78-85k

[@Mr.window1]

I think I saw him on Woodward last weekend. I thought it was my old R

[@EddieX]

Haha he is there often!

[@Wings1090]

Yes you did! You were in a great sounding F-150 lol

[@KevinPlays244]

That's the way to go daily drive it...

[@jewelsharris4059]

I have to ask why would anybody who un stands the collectibility of that model would ever put that type of miles on it , not making a lot sense here , special parts special car

[@Wings1090]

I never planned to buy that car to “invest” or to “save it”. I don’t save my cars for User 2. The car was created to be driven and enjoyed, and that’s what I’m doing.

[@rayvigil1165]

I bought a 2017 mustang with 42.000 miles

[@picodegallo1959]

correct on all counts. I loved your video. Like most things- don't pound on it, be nice to it, nurture it, and good things happen and it lasts. Hey! That's like my marriage. hahahahahaha!

[@ocavant]

It’s late June 2023 what are prices now?

[@cobra20500]

What, you don't miss stick. Oh yeah boy scout!

[@kevinwysocki3182]

Nice Hat. I work at cognizant

[@paulwortman483]

A quart in 1500 miles??? Wow. To me thats a lot!!!

[@sc_smanny]

Does the shift light mode only work in track mode?

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

Any mode once activated

[@philipc3153]

What wheels is he running?

[@CarsUncovered]

Looks like Signature SV902's

[@EddieX]

Yep Signature forged!

[@philipc3153]

@@EddieX what is the shift knob? Do you recommend it?

[@EddieX]

@@philipc3153 He has a custom Billetworkz shift knob. Its pretty nice!

[@brendan3081]

whats the big difference between the gt350 and the R

[@EddieX]

Carbon wheels, aero, no back seats, factory resonator delete and suspension/tuning changes

[@EddieX]

Oh and Cup 2s

[@austingordon7061]

42,000 on my 2017 GT350, 31,000 on the Gen2 Motor.

[@danielmembrillo6472]

A lot of comments in this thread about GEN 1 replacement. Seems a warranty is necessary if pre 2019 but speaks to buying the 2019+

[@javaloots696]

now that someone who is enjoying a car 100% at the same taking care of it. a car is ment to use tmrw is not promise so drive it and hard but take care of it. people who worship cars and not drive are not smart

[@s.a.i.v]

1 quart every 1500 miles? Im not used to that at all....

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

Depends on how hard you drive or how much you rev it out.

[@williebrown8881]

What about the magnaride shocks

[@EddieX]

Those have been fine!

[@shadowblack2021]

What wheels are those?

[@Wings1090]

Signature Wheel SV902

[@mm3587]

I have a 2012 boss 302. I’m on the fence about trading her in for this car. Somebody completely sell me on why i need to trade my boss in! Lol

[@EddieX]

I also had a boss 302 LS and I love my GT350R. It’s better in every single way. But if you need a reason, MT82 is garbage, Tremec in the Shelby is excellent.

[@hareeshasupally461]

I wanna buy one

[@joshmalone8110]

I've got 90,000 on my 2017. Lol

[@danielmembrillo6472]

What issues have you run into?

[@joshmalone8110]

@@danielmembrillo6472 I've had 2 issues. I Slid off the pavement into 6 inches ov gravel at low speed. (User error) and cracked my oil cooler. It was a fairly simple fix. Issue 2 is frustrating. My starter gear won't engage the flywheel when randomly. It's super annoying. I'm sure a new starter will fix the problem. I'll probably do that over the winter when it's being driven less.

[@Wings1090]

Impressive, I have a while to go to catch you!

[@trmpgod9976]

SOUNDS LIKE YOU TOOK CARE OF IT.

[@jessemontgomery78]

53k on my 2018 GT350R daily driver. Just got my motor replaced under warranty so now the car has 3k on the new motor 🔥 brand new car if you ask me.

[@danielmembrillo6472]

WHo did you buy your extended warranty through?

[@jessemontgomery78]

@@danielmembrillo6472 car is CPO and was still under factory warranty until 60k miles. However the CPO warranty covers the powertrain up to 100,000k. It all came with the car when I bought it thru ford

[@n300zx931]

Original brakes? That is one babied car.

[@Wings1090]

To be honest, I don't baby it that much

[@ede6539]

Hey Ed its another Ed in Illinois west burbs with a 17 R in Magnetic w/stripes 5k mi just got it love to rally and know more about car ? What's your opinion on best radar detectors almost got nabbed yesterday ?

[@mxtv1258]

They were out in full force yesterday on I55. I was careful after I saw the first one. I didn’t know at the time how many were on the road but I was on the lookout.

[@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK]

Thats like the slowest car ever made smfh.....