'18 Camaro SS vs '18 Mustang GT magazine comparisons -- when will they be out? - Page 30

BlaqWhole · 10-14-2017, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

Sounds like they are(big shock) following in Chevy's footsteps. The SS 1LE comes with a more aggressively tuned MRC calibration than the standard SS. I do not think the GT350 will be sold much longer, I think they de-tuned the GT to be more street friendly, but I am just speculating. I imagine the PP2 will come with a more aggressive tune closer to the current GT350. Excited to see what they do with the '18. They left a lot on the table when they released the first S550 offerings, looking forward to seeing the performance improvements.

Agreed. I'll add that the standard Shelby was no match for the SS 1LE and barely a match for the SS despite the hefty price. The R version was a match only because of the different aero stuff it had over the non-R and the CF wheels. So if the 18 is getting Magneride and if it is detuned and it obviously isn't coming with CF wheels then I doubt it'll put up much of a fight against the SS 1LE. I think the real competitor will be the PP2 and nobody is sure of what it'll have and how much it'll cost.

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Originally Posted by shaffe

I think this is probably the last year for GT350

Good riddance. I think Ford did a terrible job with this one. They really dropped the ball. A diehard fan will stand by it. But anyone cross-shopping would probably go a different route.

Sol4rfl4re · 10-14-2017, 07:30 AM

I don't dislike the GT350s but it isn't for me. They did exactly was it was intended to do. It was a test mule for future vehicles that made Ford dealers big money.

drew peacock · 10-14-2017, 08:25 AM

gt350 has a weak motor untill u wind it up.

wouldn't have one as a gift...gen6 zl1 all the way

Sol4rfl4re · 10-14-2017, 08:56 AM

GT350 motor is meant to be kept at high RPMs around a track, not for light to light grandpa style take offs.

ULTRAZLS1 · 10-14-2017, 10:12 AM

Doesn't look too bad in that pic actually. But so far I tend to like the 15-17 front better

KingLT1 · 10-14-2017, 10:24 AM

13-14 was the best year for the Stang...they have kept getting uglier every since.

ULTRAZLS1 · 10-14-2017, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by KingLT1

13-14 was the best year for the Stang...they have kept getting uglier every since.

If I had to get a GT it would be a 13/14

Great platform for the strip also. Light weight and SRA

RagingHawk · 10-14-2017, 01:13 PM

I saw a few manufacturer Mustangs the other day, two GT's and one ecoboost. The eco looks weak. The new styling looks fine on the GT but it had the blackout package I believe. It was in Orange and had a black roof and blacked out grille which is needed to hide that catfish grille.

Now we need to wait for reviews to see if drivability has changed. It's not worth the premium price they're charging if nothing changed in that department.

Sol4rfl4re · 10-14-2017, 01:22 PM

15+ is the better car, gives up weight advantage but gains in motor capabilities are well worth it.

Sol4rfl4re · 10-14-2017, 01:27 PM

Hellion's first 2018 TT GT

BlaqWhole · 10-14-2017, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by drew peacock

gt350 has a weak motor untill u wind it up.

wouldn't have one as a gift...gen6 zl1 all the way

That is the problem with them. You either have to wind them up to get some acceleration, or you can gear it and then it'll spin and spin unless you add DRs and upgrade the suspension. And then you have to worry about it drifting off and losing control. If I ever get another one it's gonna be either modded from the factory (maybe a fully dressed Roush) or I'm gonna have all the parts all ready to install on it once I buy it. But I higly doubt I'll ever buy another GT.

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Originally Posted by KingLT1

13-14 was the best year for the Stang...they have kept getting uglier every since.

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Originally Posted by ULTRAZLS1

If I had to get a GT it would be a 13/14

Great platform for the strip also. Light weight and SRA

They certainly looked more aggressive than the S550. I think the S550 looks better tho.

BlaqWhole · 10-14-2017, 01:53 PM

https://jalopnik.com/holy-shit-a-for...-fi-1784671243

I just saw this post over on FB. Ford bought the vehicle back without putting up a fight even tho it had LTs and a tune (and other mods). Several people have said that Ford actually bought back a few of these and kept it under wraps...same or similar issues. They covered the car with a tarp and Ford has banished the video of it burning from social media. Crazy...

SDG23 · 10-14-2017, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by show7ime

That doesn't look good at all, the front end is just plain strange looking and the wheels look too small.

exxit · 10-14-2017, 07:50 PM

every time i see that front end... as a 8 year mustang owner... I am once again convinced I chose the right car

10-14-2017, 10:24 AM	#412
KingLT1 Drives: 2016 1SS NFG A8 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: 46804 Posts: 7,643	13-14 was the best year for the Stang...they have kept getting uglier every since. __________________ 2016 NFG SS A8/Whipple 2.9/Fuel System/Flex Fuel

10-14-2017, 01:27 PM	#416
Sol4rfl4re Banned Drives: Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami Posts: 237	Hellion's first 2018 TT GT Attached Images

10-14-2017, 07:50 PM	#420
exxit Drives: 2016 1SS D1SC Methfed Lowered Wrapd Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: CA Posts: 632	every time i see that front end... as a 8 year mustang owner... I am once again convinced I chose the right car __________________ //2016 1SS M6 D1SC Upgraded IC 4.25 Pulley// // Alky Control Meth Kit running 100% methanol // (purchased from JDP, installed by True Bliss Customs, tuned by NewEraPerformance in Augora Hills) // 3M/Gotch Design Sponsored Gloss Deep Space Colorshift Wrap //

10-14-2017, 07:30 AM	#408
Sol4rfl4re Banned Drives: Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami Posts: 237	I don't dislike the GT350s but it isn't for me. They did exactly was it was intended to do. It was a test mule for future vehicles that made Ford dealers big money.

10-14-2017, 08:25 AM	#409
drew peacock Banned Drives: 2012 2SS INFERNO ORANGE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: sweden Posts: 1,841	gt350 has a weak motor untill u wind it up. wouldn't have one as a gift...gen6 zl1 all the way

10-14-2017, 08:56 AM	#410
Sol4rfl4re Banned Drives: Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami Posts: 237	GT350 motor is meant to be kept at high RPMs around a track, not for light to light grandpa style take offs.

10-14-2017, 10:12 AM	#411
ULTRAZLS1 Drives: 14 Silverado LTZ Z71, 16 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Jackson, Michigan Posts: 4,423	Doesn't look too bad in that pic actually. But so far I tend to like the 15-17 front better

10-14-2017, 01:13 PM	#414
RagingHawk Drives: Fuel efficient compact sedan :) Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 707	I saw a few manufacturer Mustangs the other day, two GT's and one ecoboost. The eco looks weak. The new styling looks fine on the GT but it had the blackout package I believe. It was in Orange and had a black roof and blacked out grille which is needed to hide that catfish grille. Now we need to wait for reviews to see if drivability has changed. It's not worth the premium price they're charging if nothing changed in that department.

10-14-2017, 01:22 PM	#415
Sol4rfl4re Banned Drives: Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami Posts: 237	15+ is the better car, gives up weight advantage but gains in motor capabilities are well worth it.

10-14-2017, 01:53 PM	#418
BlaqWhole Account Suspended Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 7,692	https://jalopnik.com/holy-shit-a-for...-fi-1784671243 I just saw this post over on FB. Ford bought the vehicle back without putting up a fight even tho it had LTs and a tune (and other mods). Several people have said that Ford actually bought back a few of these and kept it under wraps...same or similar issues. They covered the car with a tarp and Ford has banished the video of it burning from social media. Crazy...

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