Mustang GT reliability

[simpson_3]

I've been looking at Mustang GT's and can't decide on which year to get. At first, I wanted a 2015-2017 but after seeing that the 2018s and newer aren't that much more, I'd consider one. I've heard the 2018s had a lot of problems but haven't heard anything about the 2019s. What year would you guys get?

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[3star2nr]

I've been looking at Mustang GT's and can't decide on which year to get. At first, I wanted a 2015-2017 but after seeing that the 2018s and newer aren't that much more, I'd consider one. I've heard the 2018s had a lot of problems but haven't heard anything about the 2019s. What year would you guys get?

They're all awesome so it depends on which you like the most... S197, gen 2, gen 3 s550 doesnt really matter which you get they are all great in their own way. So test drive all and buy the one that grips you the most.

The big issue people cry about is the "typewriter tick" but ALL coyote motors from 2011 till now have this issue so its a NON ISSUE....plus if u get a 19 or 2020 the car has a warranty so its fords problem right?

The only thing you need to understand before buying this car is that its not JUST a car. Its something truly special and unlike anything out on the road right now... It's the last true mustang. Especially with the coming POS mach E the S550 could very well become the last true Muscle car from Ford and the last one worthy of the mustang name.

When you buy one of these cars its not just about owning a cool car it's about being part of a bigger community. That plus the history, and soul of these cars give it that intangable thing that makes up for all the other BS...

What I'm saying is this is a heart purchase man... Turn your brain off and do what feels right

 

[3star2nr]

With that out the way...

From a purely mechanical point of view the S197 gen 1 coyote is the most bulletproof car you can buy. The biggest issue is the AC compressors on those cars arent great. The S550s seem to have solved that issue. The s197 has the best sound system, and has a better more durable front suspension design.

The Gen 2 especially IMHO 2016 and 17 is the best of Gen 2. The 2015 is a great car but ford refined it a bit and added sync 3 in 16 which is AMAZING. It's been bulletproof on my car at 60k miles. No issues. Still on version 3.1

The Gen 2 motors have a closed deck and it was before ford went to plasma arc sleeves, it also has a traditional metal oil pan and windage tray... The shift forks are also stronger. All that adds up to a car that can tolerate ALOT of abuse especially boosted...

Gen 3 is pretty much a racecar trying to be a street car. Ford really focused on trying to improve the smoothness of the cars. Youll find many of the quirks of the gen 2 fixed on These cars. Plus These cars will make a crap load of power with very little mods and will run impressive times. I recommend NEVER running anything but 93 octane or higher in a Gen 2 or Gen 3. It's not worth it in the long run, and will give you the best reliability.

I dont know what ford is thinking but they cant cheat thermodynamics... And 12:1 and 87 octane is asking for trouble... Just my opinion others run it and seem to be fine...

 

[Bikeman315]

When you buy one of these cars its not just about owning a cool car it's about being part of a bigger community. That plus the history, and soul of these cars give it that intangable thing that makes up for all the other BS...
What I'm saying is this is a heart purchase man... Turn your brain off and do what feels right

This advise is absolutely perfect. That said you still need your brain to pay the bill. I do not know what your financial situation (there a whole thread on that). But if you can I would suggest a 2019 leftover. You will get a brand new car with a full warranty for not that much more than a 17/18 used car. My 19' GT/CS is rock solid as are most of them. Of course there are going to be a few bad apples here and there. You just have to hope you don't get one of those. There is absolutely nothing wrong with any of the cars Ray suggested but, newer is nicer.

 

[speedfrk]

15-17 had the driveline vibration issue on a lot of cars. They also had AC evap issues. I'd buy a 19 if you can swing it.

 

[Zinc03svt]

This just shows what all the idiot boob tubers and internet winers have done to spread a whole bunch of misinformation. That all 18 up mustangs have tons of problems.... lol.

 

[FDHog]

I had a 2018 F150 with the plasma lined cylinders. Went through a qt of oil every 3,000 miles and it shifted like crap. Owned Ford trucks my whole life and this caused me to turn to GMC. Ford's fix was to put a new (same design) long block in. In other words, rip apart my brand new truck. Traded in less than a year.
I recently traded in my C7 Corvette on a PP1 GT and so far the engine has been flawless. Hopefully they got it right this time.
I would stay away from the 18's and focus more on the pre 18's or the 19's. So far I'm really enjoying my GT.

 

[w3rkn]

I've been looking at Mustang GT's and can't decide on which year to get. At first, I wanted a 2015-2017 but after seeing that the 2018s and newer aren't that much more, I'd consider one. I've heard the 2018s had a lot of problems but haven't heard anything about the 2019s. What year would you guys get?

Are you buying new, or used...?

 

[w3rkn]

I had a 2018 F150 with the plasma lined cylinders. Went through a qt of oil every 3,000 miles and it shifted like crap. Owned Ford trucks my whole life and this caused me to turn to GMC. Ford's fix was to put a new (same design) long block in. In other words, rip apart my brand new truck. Traded in less than a year.
I recently traded in my C7 Corvette on a PP1 GT and so far the engine has been flawless. Hopefully they got it right this time.
I would stay away from the 18's and focus more on the pre 18's or the 19's. So far I'm really enjoying my GT.

Sound to me you were just mad at Ford. Because you did get a new engine right..? I don't discount your headache, but that all depends on the Dealer you are dealing with...!

 

[FDHog]

No. Decided not to get the new engine. Others had it done and still had same issue afterwards. After owning 5 previous F150's my 18 was the biggest POS. All previous ones were bullet proof.
Had nothing to do with dealer. It was poor build quality.

 

[Bikeman315]

No. Decided not to get the new engine. Others had it done and still had same issue afterwards. After owning 5 previous F150's my 18 was the biggest POS. All previous ones were bullet proof.
Had nothing to do with dealer. It was poor build quality.

That sucks, but anyone can get a lemon and the more you buy the better your chances. The 19's seem pretty solid right now. That's why I recommended a 19' leftover.

 

[shogun32]

Agreed, 17 or 19+. What's your budget? Dealers are desperate to move cars.

 

[CycloneRy]

You're rolling the dice on any used car, Mustang or otherwise.. You should be asking yourself if you like the pre-face lift 15-17 or the 18+ better.

 

[Cobra Jet]

If you can swing finances for a new 2019 - all the posts above are spot on. The price you can get a 2019 for, why be in the market for anything used - because some of those used Dealer prices are crazy ridiculous.

Many Ford Dealers are offering substantial docs lints to move the 2019’s off the lots - and in States where winter is approaching, you can nail down a better deal on top of the discounts too.

I posted this a few weeks ago for those seeking to buy a 2019:
https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/2019-mustangs-buyer-discounts-increased.130780/

And if anyone is looking for a Bullitt, those are now being discounted too:
https://carbuzz.com/news/take-advantage-of-this-secret-ford-mustang-bullitt-discount

Also, hit up www.cargurus.com - filter it by model year and do a nationwide search - there is a boatload if deals on 2019’s (and you can see fair values vs outrageous).

 

[3star2nr]

The mustang seems to be the only cars that dont depreciate lol when i was shopping for mine they were selling used cars for more than new and ovvering me 5% APR vs ford credit who gave me 1.9%.

New is definitely the way to go if ur financing. You can also max out the extended warranty like i did. It's 3k but it pushes ur powertrain out to 100k and protects your wheels and tires.

That's some serious piece of mind...

Considering a new coyote is like 10k. And because everyone wants these engines its hard yo find a used long block under 5k.

So 3k up front ain't that bad and u automatically get the free loaner car when you max the warranty.

I got free oil changes to 60k miles as well.

It broke down to an extra 50.00 or so per month. So one less dinner date with the Mrs. Per month...

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