Talk Me Out Of Test Driving A GT350

[DCShelby]

Looks like a good one! Buy it.

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[svttim]

Each to their own but for me the GT350/R models are certainly a lot more than just being all about the incredible FPC engine.

Aside from developing and offering the exotic, high revving and high strung 5.2L FPC engine the Ford Performance Team put a great deal of engineering, R&D, effort and cost in order to build an incredible total package Mustang Shelby GT350/R.

Key features such as an awesome Tremec TR-3160 6-speed manual transmission, recalibrated spring rates, increased front track width, reduced ride height, MagneRide, lightweight components such as an aluminum hood and strut tower brace, CF wheels and CF rear spoiler, rear seat delete, larger and stickier Michelin tires, large front brake rotors, Brembo calipers, active exhaust, resonator delete, transmission and differential coolers and the list goes on.

No question about the incredible FPC engine but without the list of features listed that were developed and implemented by the men and women at Ford Performance the GT350/R would not have been nearly as successful, famous or coveted by us automotive enthusiasts.

For those that have concerns about piloting an R model on the street with the CF wheels in place, I get that and if that is the case I suggest that the 2-seat GT350R model just might not be the right car for you?

Agreed. My point would be, those Items listed besides the FPC were used on other cars.

 

[Hack]

Here now. Car appears stock other than driver and passenger side catch cans. Exhaust is louder than I expected, appears stock as well. Certainly louder than my Mach 1.

They bark pretty good on cold startup.

Exhaust also gets a little louder over time with some miles on the car.

 

[mtr5.0]

Is this gt350 by chance in canton Michigan ?

 

[Mach 307]

Is this gt350 by chance in canton Michigan ?

No sir, Illinois.

 

[mtr5.0]

Oh ok. Funny there is one very similar in canton Michigan for sale private seller asking 78k. Has 2,800 miles on it.

 

[DCShelby]

Are they Ford Performance catch cans? Were the camber plates installed if it’s got the handling package and the wicker bill?

 

[Mach 307]

Are they Ford Performance catch cans? Were the camber plates installed if it’s got the handling package and the wicker bill?

They are Ford Performance catch cans. The wicker bill is installed. The camber plates appear to be installed but I’d have to take another look.

 

[-RAC-]

What is the tell for the camber plates on a HP car being installed?

 

[Mach 307]

Sadly I had to walk. Deal just wasn’t going to make sense for me in the end. I feel some closure that I tried. @PP0001 was a massive help.

 

[CorralesR]

I may have missed it but what's the Carfax look like? Also have the Ford dealer service department run an OASIS report. That will show any warranty repair history. How did the test drive go?

 

[Mach 307]

I may have missed it but what's the Carfax look like? Also have the Ford dealer service department run an OASIS report. That will show any warranty repair history. How did the test drive go?

They wouldn’t let me test drive it until numbers were agreed, presumably because I am 26. Though I felt a little disrespected there.

 

[CorralesR]

Well, do you have your heart set on a HE car? There are non Heritage regular 19 and 20 GT350s out there from the high 50s low 60s depending on miles.

 

[dps]

Found one near me, 5,000 miles. 2020 GT350, heritage package, technology package, track package. I love my Mach 1, but I am curious of the difference of the driving experience, from what I read. The GT350 is for sale for around $79,000. I just bought my Mach 1 a few months ago, so I owe $55,000 on it. I don’t think I’d have the balls to actually do it, or that it would make sense financially, but looking for opinions

P.S. What would I be missing out on looking at a Non-R?

Also, an ESP is a MUST. If I cannot obtain one the whole fantasy dies there.

2020 or bust also for me.

If you drive it, you will want it. I love my HEP 350. Have a couple other great driving cars in the mix - none are like the GT350. Also intentionally bought the non-R version when new.

 

[Mach 307]

Well, do you have your heart set on a HE car? There are non Heritage regular 19 and 20 GT350s out there from the high 50s low 60s depending on miles.

It’s a very cool package, I think in a way after seeing it, I may be set on it, if I’m to revisit this.

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