comments after the first week on my 2017

[MattW]

I have had my 2017 just over a week.

Details: base GT, Lightening Blue, ebony cloth, performance package, nickel wheels, rear sensor

Background: Starting in the early 1990's I had an Explorer stick, then wife's Accord for a few years, then a BMW 330Ci stick, then a MINI Cooper S stick.

Wife has had Pathfinder, MDX, and now Escape. We are happy with the quality and fit-n-finish of the Escape. That, and the looks of the S550 led me to go test drive the Mustang.

I test drove the Mustang EB stick and GT. Came away with decision to order a GT in LB. The extras on the Premium model were not worth the extra $$ for me.

I have had it a little over a week, putting on 350 miles. I have not pushed it: kept it below 3000 rpm and 65 mph for the first 200 and now gradually getting the revs and speed up, and not gunning it. Waiting for 1000 miles to start pushing it.

Here are some initial impressions:

+ I love the color and the wheels. I get a number of compliments, especially from the ladies.

+ I like the feel of the cockpit. The seats are nice and the layout is good.

+ I love the keyless entry/exit.

+ I love the LSD! (I have the Torsen . ) No more wheel spin while turning through gutters.

+ The shifter seems to be fine to me so far. If it loosens I may go for the MGW.

+ I can work the clutch OK, but have not been doing hard downshifting or heel-toe so far due to break-in. I bought the Steeda spring to try out to see if it feels better.

+ The dead petal is too narrow. The one on my MINI was twice as wide.

+ I find the airbag warning label on the visor to be a driving distraction.

+ I would have liked to see XM/sirius in base model. Tried FM; now using CDs and looking for my iPod.

+ I think seat memory might be nice.

+ I initially thought using "ground speed" on the speedometer was a bit silly. I'm used to it now.

+ Not sure I like the engine sound piped to the cabin. I will likely try the sound tube delete.

+ As for steering, brakes, and other performance items, I'm waiting for the break-in period to end.

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[aham23]

those warning labels are horrible. as a taller guy i see them lots. so i got some of these coming.

https://spacecityspy.com/collections/mustang-accessories/products/visor-label-blackout-overlays

 

[NoVaGT]

Full-throttle, and high RPMs, are necessary to properly break in an engine. The parts need heat and pressure to properly bed in. So don't worry about getting on it every now and again, just don't keep it floored for mile after mile.

I'd love to see a picture to see the wheels you're talking about. I thought all PPs came with the gloss black wheels.

 

[BmacIL]

Full-throttle, and high RPMs, are necessary to properly break in an engine. The parts need heat and pressure to properly bed in. So don't worry about getting on it every now and again, just don't keep it floored for mile after mile.

I'd love to see a picture to see the wheels you're talking about. I thought all PPs came with the gloss black wheels.

This. I did a WOT pull through 2nd and 3rd a few miles after leaving the dealer, and probably a brief one every day through the break in period. You also want to do some engine braking (helps with the rings). My car consumes no oil, has gotten 3 extremely good UOA's and I'm at 35k miles.

 

[SpeedLu]

I'd love to see a picture to see the wheels you're talking about. I thought all PPs came with the gloss black wheels.

You can get the PP wheels in Nickel as a factory option.

 

[MattW]

 

[ScottsGT]

Visor black out was my first "mod". They're so invisible now, I keep forgetting I did it. Go ahead and put that shifter on your list. I just installed a Barton last week and cannot believe the difference. The first time you really get into it hard and you're locked out of 2nd gear, you'll see what I mean.

A nicer exhaust, and you'll never notice the piped in engine sound.

Love that LB!!

 

[15GTCA]

I love the Lightning Blue on your car. I hope you are going to bring it to Ponies By The Sea tomorrow so i can see it.

 

[NightmareMoon]

Good choice on the PP.

FWIW, you can use the entire RPM range and throttle at this point, as the engine is basically done breaking in after just a few miles. Expect it to burn some oil though if you didn't break it in hard. So gradually start using things harder. Brakes, cornering, etc. The car is ready for it.

The Pirellis grip well enough, but don't expect them to last a terribly long time.

Black visor stickons FTW.

Steeda clutch spring (or no spring) definitely improves the clutch feedback.

 

[Chameleon]

Congrats and Nice write up! Check out my visor covers:

http://custommods.tictail.com/product/matte-black-visor-overlay-pair

 

[MattW]

I love the Lightning Blue on your car. I hope you are going to bring it to Ponies By The Sea tomorrow so i can see it.

Planning to be there with Bosley.

 

[Cascadia_302]

Planning to be there with Bosley.

Bosley must have highly advanced training if he can assist you being behind the wheel.;)

For years l gave to Guide Dogs of America while l was working, great program.
Also love that Lightning Blue!!!

 

[project85]

Memory Seats would have been nice :( but it was $2000 more

 

[kweeks]

that color is sooo nice !

 

[cbrookre]

Lightning Blue looks great with those wheels! Nice summary, sounds like this is the car for you!

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