Review | Ford Shelby GT350R | The Dying Superhero
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
- We review the rare Ford Shelby GT350R. While it's still a Mustang, the car may finally unite German, Asian and American automotive enthusiasts. (BMW, Honda, Porsche, Chevy etc.)
After spending time on the track and on the street there is one thing that stood out about the GT350R, it was like knowing a loved one was on borrowed time, realizing it won't last long. High horsepower, high revving naturally aspirated V8 motors with a manual transmission are a dream these days, and soon to be a fairy tale. With emissions standards, fuel economy regulations the combo this car utilizes will be relegated to the exotic platforms soon.
SavageGeese Is:
Mr. Goose - Septic Tank Metallurgy Professional
Scott Turbowski - Honda Pro Jason Fan Club Owner
Jack Plopadopolus - Professional Driver and Asian
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Full Written Review:
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0:00 - 1:15 INTRO
1:15 - 4:55 Exterior Overview
4:55 - 5:25 In the Shoppe with Turbowski
5:25 - 10:00 Aero, Cooling, Brakes and Suspension
10:00 - 11:00 Cost Cutting
11:00 - 12:55 Rear Suspension and Aero
13:00 - 15:21 Carbon Wheels, Tires and High Costs
15:21 - 18:25 Motor and Underhood
18:30 - 22:10 Track Impressions
22:10 - 29:19 Driving Impressions
22:19 - 35:00 Interior Impressions Pros and Cons
35:10 - 36:23 Final Thoughts
36:30 Fundraiser and GT350R Giveaway - Авто та транспорт
Calling this a review is an insult to your work. Epic GT 350 film you have great talent.
ballzasspower Well said. This, like his other "reviews" are light years beyond any other shows on YT or TV. If you want to be entertained, watch Grand Tour. If you are a true car enthusiast want to really learn about a car, nobody covers a car like this guy. The research is very in depth, and the film production is at such a high level.
My favorite automotive reviewer. Excellent content
I agree. He is the best.
@@mk2mister2: Not only light years, but parsecs beyond!
:D
OUCH!!! I thought he did well. :(
I get about 7500 miles out of my cup 2 tires in my gt350r. I even tracked twice and did some auto cross. Just FYI
Ballislife has a GT350, that's cool af to me
@@skillibo1 dude has class
Not too baf
@@rm0234 so what did you pay for your car ? don't lie ok, we'll do our research to decide if we believe you.......
He's a liar
“I wish we could teach people to do the stick shifting like that. We might actually keep stick shifts around.” Boom! Fantastic!
Bryce Hodge
The joy of driving.
You wish people would ride the pedal and wear out the throw out bearing?
The best and most detailed review I've ever seen about a GT350R, great job.
You'd actually be hard pressed to find one of his videos that isn't filled with comments of people saying it's production quality is the best/best review ever etc etc and it makes me so happy because much of UA-cam is a bunch of dicks, so it's nice to see that people can recognize high quality work and sing it's praises
The most underrated channel on youtube.
I've only recently found this channel, and don't want to jump the gun, but I think he may be the best detailed reviewer out there.
WHAT TIRES WOULD U RECCOMEND FOR STREET DRIVING --
Man this guy is good, I have watch so many car reviewers but this guy is really good, he is showing everything about the car good and bad, all the details that he is giving.
The intros keep getting better and better, not to mention the video.
+zollotech The next videos will slide back a bit. Thanks though!
What's it like being the lead singer of Tool, having a vineyard AND being the best youtube car reviewer?
This is the greatest comment ever.
@@gordonmccracken1209 That's what the geese are for actually, groupie discouragement. Being on the title card's just a bonus.
One of the best automotive reviews I have ever seen. Excellent work.
i agree.
Indeed, great and deep review, looking for much more interesting elements, then all others, honestly pointed and its criticism seems to be fair
+Ryszard Koprowski this is a big 10-4...especially when he mentioned about the rocks picking up on the sticky tires!great work indeed!
Check out all his other videos, honestly you don't even have to like the car in question, you'll notice in every one there are comments hailing his videos as the best ever, and for good reason, I hope he ascends to the ranks his quality deserves, he deserves much more recognition. Road and Track should really be featuring his stuff in an article all the time before Regular Car Reviews, whom I love, but is on a totally different level
Free...He does better videos than Road & Track or Car & Driver. Motor Trend made excellent vids for a second but now they are slipping.
This is what a review should be. Subscribed.
HAHA you blurred out your speedometer well done mate.
That's a new law in Mexico. You have to blur it out on camera
@@DemHighTimes for real ? Why ?
Five years later and I still wish I could afford this car..
This is still the best GT350 review on UA-cam 4 years later
One of the finest “mini documentaries” about the GT 350 I have ever watched. One becomes so used to a standard car review on You Tube that it’s such a pleasure to watch the talent you bring to this product. You covered every aspect of this car from front to back top to bottom the good and the not so good along with what could have been. Your track experience compared to daily street drive was an interesting comparison including the tire ware segment. Truly enjoyed your work and was well educated on the GT 350.
Get ready to become one of the best UA-cam reviewer. "The harder you work, the luckier you become."
Knowing now that you come from a military family and you support the vets makes you my favorite car reviewer. Thanks for the support!
There is a sad tone (like being smart and conscious makes you depressive in life) in this videos, I love it. I find these videos very informative yet artistic and you are very relateable. Subbed
se taps Is that what I was liking about him? Goddamn you said it perfectly.
Idk if depresive is the right word..
Great video! I bought a 2019 GT350R partly because I consider it a last hurrah for me for V8, manual transmission pony cars. It never fails to put a smile on my face.
Do you still love it? There’s one near me and thinking about buying it…
I daily drive a Porsche 997S and wanted to add something more exciting for the track/weekend. Picked up a 2016 GT350 Track Pack last January, over 9,000 miles already. Immense machine, highly capable, beautiful lines, and incredible performance. The Flat Plane Crank engine is the icing on the cake. The Shelby GT350 is among the greatest sport coupes made in the last 25 years. If you have the means I highly suggest it.
I've been asked this before and it's very difficult for me to decide as I've had the Porsche for 7 years and driven across the United States and back in it. The GT350 gets my pick for the track and excitement, the Porsche gets my pick for a sporty daily driver. Entirely different driving dynamics, they make a great pair, would suck to lose either.
thanks for the info Nick
2016 GT-350 or GT-350R ? Because only the GT-350R has the Flat Plane Crank.
@Gearz70 that's incorrect. They share the exact same engine, transmission, widebody etc. The R has no backseats, different wheels (carbon fiber), larger wing and R compound tires.
Nick H you are absolute right, my bad ;)
The quality of this video is like something that you would see on a TV channel with a professional film crew. Liked and subbed! Nice work man :)
I own a GT350 and this review literally made me appreciate my car even more with all of the insight. Great review.
The only thing more criminal than the discontinuation of the gt350 is that this channel doesn’t have 1 million subs yet
By far THE best car review channel on UA-cam. I do guns, you do cars. I love both. Thanks for all the time you put into your videos, I know what it takes.
This man knows what “attention to detail” really means. Unreal review. I wish we knew how he acquired such a meaningful and substantive auto background.
This is the best 350 review period. And as a bonus we get turboski "white male" anger !! Love it
Edgardo Amado agreed,as long as I've been watching sg reviews,I mean this turbowski guy hates every single car he has ever shown..jmo..
I managed to get one (2018) at $3k over list. I got a second set of wheels/tires to save the carbon fiber wheels for the track. It's been a blast to own. I can let the interior pass because the car is so good.
That is awesome. Which wheels and tires did you decide on for daily driving?
One of the best car reviews I have ever seen. I just subscribed, keep up the great work!
It is so refreshing to hear your comments, descriptions, and detailed review of the car. I'm a fan now. I own an R, and you nailed it when you describe the pros and the cons of this beast. I love the fact that you've studied the machine - then tested it driving hard, and on the track, which is where the true enjoyment comes. Cheers!
This is hands down the best review I've seen on this amazing car. Just an absolutely fantastic job. When the big boys come knocking on your door, resist the temptation to change your format to something they suggest. You've nailed it.
In Canada, the GT350R is just under 90g's CAN MSRP, but it's the same up here with dealer mark ups and they typically go for 120 grand or so. I love it but I guess I'll be waiting several years before I can afford even a nicely used one.
I love that mechanic character.
Carroll Shelby said his vision was to build cars so hardworking citizens could afford and compete with high end sports cars . The 2013 gt 500 is the best mustang so far 662 hp , carbon fiber drive shaft , and 5.8 l v8 with decent fuel economy .and all for around 50 k nowadays.
Omar Cavazos Someone should spray paint this on the walls of all of the Ford dealerships.
90% of hardworking citizens cannot afford this car. This is the high end car Shelby wanted to compete against.
Dialysisforever absolutely
Youre not serious are you..? That thing is a boat anchor. Its over powered with a huge heat machine on top of it and it steers like a 6 wheeled wagon. Even in a straight line its about useless, unless you put slicks on it. Even then it doesnt make a good drag car. And if you want to know they really arent that fast. I played with one out on the local freeway and couple years back My bike by no means is a rocket. The new 1 liter super bikes have to lift and wait for me to catch up. Mine is 132hp @ the wheel, and the GT 500 was in my way as we jumped on it and I was planing on following him through traffic. I lifted, paused, and then drilled 3rd gear from about a 90mph roll and that was the last I saw of him. So those for the most part are a car that did its job. Its all smoke and mirrors to get guys like you to think they great. When in fact they are not. And fyi Im a ford guy top to bottom
@Oggy I have a 2000 Suzuki Bandit with a big bore kit, (1216cc) fully ported head, Yosh pipe, 38mm carbs, like I said it makes 132hp @ the wheel. But it also makes 109ft lbs. It runs.. plenty fast enough to get me in trouble.
Wow, I feel like I have been missing out on great reviews. You are truly a driver of substance who can voice your ideas accurately. I loved your review, and the honesty of the information. I am biased and a Mustang guy, who has drag raced and done some track work, but by no means consider myself a car expert. I will definitely follow your channel and enjoy your no nonsense reviews. Please keep it up and can't wait for your next review!
24:50 Where other reviewers use a GoPro or other action camera we have a full blown mirrorless setup with external audio. Gotta respect the amount of work and investment this man puts into his craft. 👍🏼
Filming my review on the GT350R Heritage today. As always you’re one of the best reviewers in the game and having watched this years ago and coming back this a.m was full circle for me.
After watching this video, I went straight to the Ford dealer and bought a new GT350.
The sound is so brutal
One of the best videos/reviews I have ever seen on this vehicle, awesome!
GT350R in the heartland! What a beautiful intro...
Videos like this is why I'm subscribed to you. Very detailed, nice shots and great driving. Nice job!
+WRX Ben Thank you!!
There's not a lot of cars left that prioritize the joy of driving over the amenities of the interior. That's the niche this car fills, and Ford gets that.
Rattles or cheap looking are an issue though. The interiour in my 99 s2000 is simple but purposeful and no rattles after 20yrs ownership. Some of these issues aren't related to budget/price but to paying attention during design. Geese is right, there is room for improvement. But I agree with the strategy of keeping certain things at cost like not installing too many expensive parts from factor like CF drive shaft.
@@TheChannel1978 that's because it costs much more to build the factory that makes the vehicle fit precise than it does to design the car to be precise fitting.
Just found your channel. Such fantastic and in-depth reviews offered no where else on UA-cam that I've seen. Videography was soo good! The underbody and technical knowledge was top notch as well as totally unique in car reviews. Keep up the fantastic work and look forward to watching more!!!!!
Jeez, this intro is legendary and the video appropriately titled. With Ford potentially needing to be bailed out following Coronavirus or years after and the new Mach e. This is a beautiful tribute to the end of the internal combustion muscle car era. Thank you, Mark. This is up there with the V12 Vantage top gear clip and I hope to own this car some day because of the visceral feeling you took from the car and so perfectly put into video.
I just lived vicariously through you, and got to experience a car that I can never own. Thank you!
This is an amazing review. Thanks for all your workon this. Well done !
Great work. Seriously enjoyed the cinematography, and the insight to the car was useful and deep without getting bogged down. 🤙🏼
This was unreal. Been looking for a comprehensive review for ever. Well done!!
Those rev match downshifts are crispy as hell and the review was spot on! Subscribed
Actually those alum hubs are that way because they do not want the same problem they had with the Cobra R at the track. The hub assembly would flex, then a bump during a corner while on the brakes(?) - BOOM!
Blown brake rotors yet everyone wanted to blame Brembo. Yeah steering feel is the generic answer but that lack of rigidity meant the new track focused Mustang needed to be much better. The flexing hub was a huge problem that Brembo identified and Ford had a big problem taking responsibility for - lesson learned .
Good walkaround on the car.
One of the absolute best reviewers on UA-cam, way more style and substance than some " pros" . Respect. Now, please review us a 2017 Raptor.
Really good video. You went into more detail then any other review I have ever seen. Love the section where you go under the car. There is so much to be learned from being under a car. Thanks for this video!
"If you are not a muscle car person, this [car] may actually convert you" spot on where I sit with this car. I consider it much more than just a "muscle car"
Congratutations to Savagegeese, its a great review!
I love this video. A rarity to find a refreshingly honest automotive review. No agenda, no sponsor bias, no ford fanboys, just an educated display of an auto makers product.
This may be the best car review I've ever heard. Incredibly informative, an absolute joy to watch.
Hope you keep doing reviews in the future, They are seriously in depth unlike a lot of car reviewers on UA-cam.
Hopefully we can keep it up.
"Most people" can afford that car? Wow. I'm more financially challenged than I originally thought. Good review.
Haha that's what I was thinking. Most means, at the very least, more than half. I don't see cars of this price point sitting in half the driveways in America.
he sort of means that you could own it if you NEEDED to make it happen.
@@jonnyspace50 No that isn't what he means, considering it's a toy.
@@dchawk81 He means you could afford it if you wanted to. If you think you can't, it's because you either don't want to afford it, or you are a lazy shit that doesn't work very hard for the things you want in life.
He said middle to high middle class income. So hey get a 70k a year job no kids and you might be able to squeeze by with the payments and insurance and maintenance.
I have to say you make the best, most cinematic, inspiring, emotionally moving videos about cars, I've ever seen.
The review was absolutely phenomenal. One of the best in-depth I have seen. Fantastic Job! These GT350s are truly amazing! Subbed+1
I love the blurred out speedometer. Good call. I wish I could have a turn. Lucky Dog. Thanks for the info.
I will buy one before I die. What an awesome overview of the GT350R. Really appreciate your video, this car from people whom actually bought one including Jay Leno, I have not heard anything bad except for the plastic and the small imperfections with the gaps it's a bad ass car...
+Manny Tenorio Yeah this is attainable dream car for sure.
This is by far the best review of the Mustang GT350R that I've ever seen. I hope this video gets a ton of views, it deserves way more.
I really like that you actually put the car up on the lift and go into detail about the mechanical features of each car...
Doesn't seem to be many channels for actual car enthusiasts, the majority just seem to be light on details.. Aimed at a general audience who couldn't tell you how many cylinders their car has.
I'm subscribing with hopes you never tone down the technical details in your videos
OMG, YOU ARE KILLING THEM WITH THESE SUPERD WELL PUT TOGETHER REVIEWS MY FRIEND AND YOUR TEAM, YOU GUYS REALLY DESERVED MORE VIEWS ON THIS CRAZY GOOD INFORMATIVE REVIEWS, IT FEELS LIKE IM WATCHING A MOVIE ABOUT THE Ford GT350, awesome awesome awesome stuff guys
+GSHeverything _27 Thank you!! This car was amazing.
savagegeese you guys very welcomed
They really did too. Have watched all the GT350R reviews that I can find and this one is far and away the best in my opinion
This just became my go-to car review channel. 99% of car review videos cant get past how the car makes them "feel." Pretty sure most gear heads don't give a shit how a car makes somebody else feel, we want to know if that car is viable for our next project car. Which brings me to how much I appreciate how you guys put the car on a lift and take a look at what's going on mechanically with the car. Kudos for that, really. It's hard to get solid facts on what's legit or not with factory upgraded cars. With that said, could you guys add detail about what parts of the car need upgrading? Factoring in needed upgrades is essential when buying a new car. Thanks!
First GT350 review I've seen that goes beyond excitement and nostalgia and helps a person like me to appreciate the engineering that Ford can deliver but also discuss & weigh the rough value proposition when compared to Euro sports models when one considers fit and finish and addresses stuff like the wheels with those ridiculous lug nuts. Just an objective review and caused me to subscribe immediately afterward.
Savage you honestly make the best and most in depth car reviews out there! Simple amazing and stunning! I learn so much more from this channel than in any other review channel so far! You've come a long way since your frs ownership review and I'm happy to be a subscriber! Keep up the great work!
Your videos and editing skills are simply brilliant. You should have way more subscribers.
Thanks eventually growth will take hold.
I subscribed just because of this review. Best one so far!!
What a great reviewer! So knowledgable with great insight on the overall picture of what is presented and how/why it is what it is, very rare in car reviews.
Great videography, love the way you film and edit all these videos. Shooting angles, opening music selection, the use of natural lights, and the ways you pan are awesome.
That first minute of this video was beautiful like oml
yes, THE MUSIC, OH MY FUCKING GOD!!! 10/10
Great video! I'm watching and just smiling because I still can't believe I own one.
Very informative and helpful review. As an auto enthusiast who has owned a tracked many many sports cars and sedans over the years, as soon as you said one of the best transmissions you've ever shifted was in an S2000, I immediately knew you had the experience to back up what you were describing in the GT350R. I too have the S2000 as #1 on my list of best manual transmissions in stock form and am very excited to drive the GT350R as soon as I can.
Subscribed - keep up the great reviews!
This is the first time I’ve seen one of your reviews
Your knowledge was very impressive.
In fact that was without doubt the most in-depth reviews I’ve seen 👍👍
You have a big future 👍
When Turbowski wears a "Piss on Ford" shirt during your GT350R review...
Scott is an idiot. He ruins the feel of the show
@Mike Gee doesn't change the fact that the guy is just there for the negative vibe.
Great job as always bro. My dream car
Love your reviews of performance cars! Your reviews are the most honest I've seen in some time.
Becoming my favorite review channel on UA-cam. The video quality is 10/10
Ford made The Perfect Car.
really like the drone shot
Wow. This is the first video I've seen of yours. I appreciate a very well produced, extremely in depth and objective review of such a great car. Subscribed
Great video Savage! I love all your in depth coverage. For me this is my aspirational car and is out of my league as far as what I can afford. I love the high reving natural aspiration and sound of this truly beautiful incredible car. This would be my choice over even the gt500! Thanks again for the great video.
I like how you say it's an affordable sports car. But over here in Australia 2 yrs later they are trying to sell the 2016 etc for $220k. The price of a small apartment. They do sit on the car sales sites forever mind you. There are some dreamers out there. If I bought one of these I would buy another set of wheels for road use. Of Course, if I owned one of these I would have a garage full of cars I could use as daily drivers.
I don't know why you get shafted so badly in Oz for cars. I live in NZ and markup for US cars is ridiculous also but somehow in Australia it is always worse. You'd think a large country would depend on affordable import cars but I guess not
AMAZING review, props
+Alex Johnson Thanks ma
Your reviews are on another planet. Much love from Dubai!
Truly outstanding review, you sir are showing how it should be done; thorough, thoughtful, detailed, well paced, sober, a calming tone, imaginative integration of music, a deft touch; love how you put the car on the lift. Best of luck to you. Subscribed with notifications.
Damn I just noticed this is taken in my town in Illinois 😂😂
For anyone considering an R, I've got 6000 miles on my 2016 R. I drive the shit out of it every day, track the snot out of it and it's every bit as good as he says it is. I track it regularly and now I can die happy. I'd like to say that the reason the presenter was getting so much tram lining is the alignment settings are notoriously off from the factory. I got mine aligned and it tracks straight as an arrow at the expense of slightly diminished turn in. Too much tow out from the factory and no camber.. so CC plates/alignment are an essential first modification. I'm on my original cup 2 tires from ford w 6000 miles, 3 track days and they're still good in the rear, they even a few light burnouts in them.(I know.. not driving fast enough) Fronts needed replaced at 1000 miles because of the FUBAR factory alignment settings. The tires are sticky and kick up rocks so paint pro film is essential. The seats are tight at first but the bolsters relax and become very comfortable (now I know why Recaros cost so much). Even with the ADMs that the dealerships are asking I think the car is worth it, I paid 92, cash, out the door for mine and I don't regret it one fuckin' bit. "This car is fucking insane."
+GunfightersINC Thats really good to hear you love it. Special car for sure. I really wished manufacturer had adjustable camber from factory it is so annoying to have to go and modify a car just to get a good alignment. Keep me updated on your ownership.
I agree completely, it's absurd that a car this track focused doesn't have alignment adjustments from the factory ..*coughMIATAcough*. But, once you get it sorted this car is an animal. Thank you for such great content as this is, hands down, the best GT350R review online. Drive safe.
This is one of the best UA-cam reviews I have seen. Thanks!
Unequivocally the best review I've seen of the GT350R! Love it!
I think your speedometer is fogged up. Wink wink.
I had a set of Michelin Cup 2 tires on my Boxster - rear ones went to shreds after ~2,400 miles....
This is a ~320bhp car.
Did just one track day + 6 Auto-X events. Rest were street miles.
+Croc yeah thats just crazy.
~0.5$ a mile just for tires indeed was too much for me :-(
10k on 350hp Boxster Pzeros. Expecting 20k miles
Love how in depth your reviews are. Great photography too
Just stumbled onto this, and just wanted to tell you thank you. By far the most honest, unbiassed review I've seen. I will be subscribing and catching up my friend, great job, keep it up.
What foundation does Turbowski use? His skin always looks so natural in the garage segments. Just asking for a friend.
hahaha
+scottieray Probably grape flavoured GM gear lube.
yes yes for a friend ...
Someone should tell him the 'just for men' color in his beard doesn't match... just sayin'
No ac in the R correct?
This has got to be the best review of any car I've seen in a while. while I disagree with your opinions on the interior, still one of the more informative reviews I've seen.
"This car is fu*king insane" you know a car is good when savagegeese swears and has that look in his eye.. love the review!
Best mustang ever made
I would probably keep the wheels and tires for track days (or sell them), and buy some cheap, forged 18" wheels and tires.
How have I not found this channel before, this is some seriously impressive reviewing. God damn, well done man.
I love your review dude!. You specifically contrast the specifics between a normal mustang and the gt350. Most reviewers talk about the "feel" of the car and only give a vague description of the specifics.