GS vs GT350 Shelby
08-01-2018, 08:09 AM
#41
Burning Brakes
08-01-2018, 08:10 AM
#42
Both are fun, capable cars.
Driven properly the GT350 is almost as quick as a GS in a straight line, you just have to wrap your head around the 8200 rpm redline.
Given enough room the GS is faster top end.
The GS handles a little better/feels a little more planted, while the GT350 has a more raw racecar feel.
Both are a blast to drive in the street or track but are very different in feel.
The C7 has more bells and whistles, and at the higher trim levels has a nicer interior.
Depending on your body type the Recaros in the GT350 can be tight, so you may want one with the tech package instead which will also get you heated and cooled seats.
The C7 seats are more comfortable, but less supportive.
Both cars look good, and at least in my area I see far less Shelby's than GS. It sometimes almost seems like you can't throw a rock without hitting a dozen or so.
I'm not big on all of the aero on the GS/Z06 so to my eye the Shelby wins.
As far as prices, the GT350's seem to be holding their value better than the GS, at least here in Houston, so you will need to shop around to get a decent deal.
If you get a used GT350 buy a 2017 and up car as they now all come with the track pack cooling.
GS pricing is all over the place, but there seems to be more deals to be had vs the Shelby.
August is typically the end of the model year so you can find a new GS for a pretty decent amount off sticker, especially if you're willing to travel.
Last month while shopping for my new C7 I actually found a few left over 2017 Z06's at pretty deep discounts.
Good luck, and update us with whatever you choose.
Driven properly the GT350 is almost as quick as a GS in a straight line, you just have to wrap your head around the 8200 rpm redline.
Given enough room the GS is faster top end.
The GS handles a little better/feels a little more planted, while the GT350 has a more raw racecar feel.
Both are a blast to drive in the street or track but are very different in feel.
The C7 has more bells and whistles, and at the higher trim levels has a nicer interior.
Depending on your body type the Recaros in the GT350 can be tight, so you may want one with the tech package instead which will also get you heated and cooled seats.
The C7 seats are more comfortable, but less supportive.
Both cars look good, and at least in my area I see far less Shelby's than GS. It sometimes almost seems like you can't throw a rock without hitting a dozen or so.
I'm not big on all of the aero on the GS/Z06 so to my eye the Shelby wins.
As far as prices, the GT350's seem to be holding their value better than the GS, at least here in Houston, so you will need to shop around to get a decent deal.
If you get a used GT350 buy a 2017 and up car as they now all come with the track pack cooling.
GS pricing is all over the place, but there seems to be more deals to be had vs the Shelby.
August is typically the end of the model year so you can find a new GS for a pretty decent amount off sticker, especially if you're willing to travel.
Last month while shopping for my new C7 I actually found a few left over 2017 Z06's at pretty deep discounts.
Good luck, and update us with whatever you choose.
08-01-2018, 08:18 AM
#43
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Both are fun, capable cars.
Driven properly the GT350 is almost as quick as a GS in a straight line, you just have to wrap your head around the 8200 rpm redline.
Given enough room the GS is faster top end.
The GS handles a little better/feels a little more planted, while the GT350 has a more raw racecar feel.
Both are a blast to drive in the street or track but are very different in feel.
The C7 has more bells and whistles, and at the higher trim levels has a nicer interior.
Depending on your body type the Recaros in the GT350 can be tight, so you may want one with the tech package instead which will also get you heated and cooled seats.
The C7 seats are more comfortable, but less supportive.
Both cars look good, and at least in my area I see far less Shelby's than GS. It sometimes almost seems like you can't throw a rock without hitting a dozen or so.
I'm not big on all of the aero on the GS/Z06 so to my eye the Shelby wins.
As far as prices, the GT350's seem to be holding their value better than the GS, at least here in Houston, so you will need to shop around to get a decent deal.
If you get a used GT350 buy a 2017 and up car as they now all come with the track pack cooling.
GS pricing is all over the place, but there seems to be more deals to be had vs the Shelby.
August is typically the end of the model year so you can find a new GS for a pretty decent amount off sticker, especially if you're willing to travel.
Last month while shopping for my new C7 I actually found a few left over 2017 Z06's at pretty deep discounts.
Good luck, and update us with whatever you choose.
Driven properly the GT350 is almost as quick as a GS in a straight line, you just have to wrap your head around the 8200 rpm redline.
Given enough room the GS is faster top end.
The GS handles a little better/feels a little more planted, while the GT350 has a more raw racecar feel.
Both are a blast to drive in the street or track but are very different in feel.
The C7 has more bells and whistles, and at the higher trim levels has a nicer interior.
Depending on your body type the Recaros in the GT350 can be tight, so you may want one with the tech package instead which will also get you heated and cooled seats.
The C7 seats are more comfortable, but less supportive.
Both cars look good, and at least in my area I see far less Shelby's than GS. It sometimes almost seems like you can't throw a rock without hitting a dozen or so.
I'm not big on all of the aero on the GS/Z06 so to my eye the Shelby wins.
As far as prices, the GT350's seem to be holding their value better than the GS, at least here in Houston, so you will need to shop around to get a decent deal.
If you get a used GT350 buy a 2017 and up car as they now all come with the track pack cooling.
GS pricing is all over the place, but there seems to be more deals to be had vs the Shelby.
August is typically the end of the model year so you can find a new GS for a pretty decent amount off sticker, especially if you're willing to travel.
Last month while shopping for my new C7 I actually found a few left over 2017 Z06's at pretty deep discounts.
Good luck, and update us with whatever you choose.
My issue with the vet- me being older- is the car is so low to the ground getting in and out is a chore. P car is not as bad. shelby good height like my M4.
08-01-2018, 08:56 AM
#44
Racer
I grew up a Mustang kid/guy and had no interest in Corvettes until I saw a C7 in person and was instantly converted. When I was younger, I loved the look of the mustang, and the wake the dead exhaust. Now, in my mid 30’s I’m wanting something more refined in performance, and more importantly, look. I briefly considered a GT350 when the car bug bit me again after several years of happily driving an suv and a sedan, but the price tag made it a nonstarter. I didn’t look very hard, but it seems the GT350 is in the same ballpark as you can get on a lower trim level z06, which is superior in every way. Ultimately, the OP is probably better equipped than most of us in choosing, both because he’s already owned both cars, and because he’s the only one that knows what he’ll us it for.
08-01-2018, 09:07 AM
#45
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Had both. The GT350 would be a great street car with a 4:11 final drive OR a transmission with different ratio's 1st through 4th more suited to the engine's characteristics. As it is, meh. Just not as much fun to drive as a GS or Z06 for sure. The engine does make glorious sounds certainly, but there are annoying vibrations as you explore the upper rpm ranges.
08-01-2018, 09:20 AM
#46
Le Mans Master
You will enjoy this forum more if you get a corvette 
seriously the the interior of the vette is a plus while the interior of the mustang is not.
seriously the the interior of the vette is a plus while the interior of the mustang is not.
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08-01-2018, 10:26 AM
#48
Burning Brakes
This is my first ever "performance" car...the Corvette C7. Since I was 10, it was a Corvette. Sometimes Ford would put something out that was really cool (I like the new direction of Ford Mustangs), but it was always a Corvette. All I know is when I drive down the road, I feel better than that jealous Mustang owner. I think the better comparison is not the Corvette v. Mustang. It's Camaro v. Mustang. The Corvette is in a higher league to be run against Porsche, Audi, Ferrari, AMG, BMW, Aston Martin, etc...
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08-01-2018, 11:46 AM
#49
I am a Ford guy and because of circumstances out of my control I decided to sell my 1965 Fastback GT350 replica. I told myself that I would not sell that car unless I purchased a Vette or a new GT350. Once I sold the car I shopped the C7 and GT350 for a few months. After failing to be able to get a GT350 for under $50k (used with low miles) and the fact that I found my 2016 Laguna Blue 2LT with 5,200 and paid $44k for it sealed the deal. I am still in love with the FPC sound but Ford is failing it's customers by allowing these dealers to mark up these cars.
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08-01-2018, 11:50 AM
#50
Le Mans Master
OP - if I was in your shoes and already owned a new 911, I'd get the GT350. Then you have a sportscar and a musclecar. A bit of diversity in the lineup.
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08-01-2018, 12:17 PM
#52
Team Owner
You have owned them all before so just get the one you want. I personally can not see choosing a Mustang over a Corvette but obviously many do.
08-01-2018, 12:26 PM
#53
They are all great in their own ways. I’d own a GT350, a GS, and a 911 GTS. Of the muscle cars, I like the GT350 the best. The Camaro is ok, and the Mopars are completely cartoonish, IMO.
08-01-2018, 12:48 PM
#54
Team Owner
I am a Ford guy and because of circumstances out of my control I decided to sell my 1965 Fastback GT350 replica. I told myself that I would not sell that car unless I purchased a Vette or a new GT350. Once I sold the car I shopped the C7 and GT350 for a few months. After failing to be able to get a GT350 for under $50k (used with low miles) and the fact that I found my 2016 Laguna Blue 2LT with 5,200 and paid $44k for it sealed the deal. I am still in love with the FPC sound but Ford is failing it's customers by allowing these dealers to mark up these cars.
08-01-2018, 01:05 PM
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08-01-2018, 01:06 PM
#56
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I know I'm going to start a huge argument here, but I have to call you out on this, I have a 2017 GS and a Z06 and my buddy has a new 911 (non turbo), we race for fun all the time, his 911 is faster than my GS by a bit in a straight line from a dig, roll race it's a little closer, but even he confesses his 911 doesn't handle like my GS or Z06, and my Z06 annihilates his car in any kind of straight line race even if he gets the jump on me. I admit, We've never raced around a track but according to all I've read the GS and especially the Z06 are better cars around the track on times. See the link below, there are other comparisons in track settings that show similar results. And I have to add, my GS and Z06 have had zero problems, my buddy's 911 has had more than a few issues. Maybe it's just his car, but German cars are not without their faults.
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08-01-2018, 01:10 PM
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The Shelby and the Grand Sport are very different animals. If you're asking me to chose, I chose door number 3...dump the 911 and get the Grand Sport AND the Shelby! 
08-01-2018, 01:29 PM
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08-01-2018, 01:37 PM
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You just posted one of the main reasons I would likely get a GT 350 over a Corvette if I decide to get another performance car. I’m getting ready to retire and I’ll be looking at the total cost of ownership a lot closer. Mustangs such as the Boss’ hold their value quite well if not tracked or beat up. I expect the Shelby to hold up well also. Corvettes have okay, but not great resale because they build so many of them, and they discount the hell out of them a few years into the generation run.