2017 GT350 & GT350R Changes and Updates

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NickJ

Discussion Starter · Feb 17, 2016

2017 Shelby GT350/GT350R

New for 2017

Performance/Handling

The following are now Standard:

Aluminum tower-to-tower brace
Continuously controlled MagneRide Dampening System
Transmission and differential Coolers

Track Package Deleted
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Comfort/Convenience

Electronics Package optional on Shelby GT350
Convenience Package replaces Technology Package

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Design/Styling

Raised decklid spoiler now standard

Exterior colors added:

Lightning Blue (Metallic)
Grabber Blue
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat (Extra-Cost option)

Exterior Colors Deleted:

Competition Orange (Color Code: CY)
Deep Impact Blue (Metallic) (Color Code: J4)

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Convenience Package

Audio system with 9 speakers
Driver 6-way power seat with memory recline
Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
Front 4-way adjustable head restraints
Front-passenger 6-way power seat
Heated & Cooled front seats
Leather-trimmed sport seats with Miko sueded cloth inserts and seat back map pockets (replace standard RECARO cloth with Miko sueded cloth inserts)
SiriusXM radio
Soft door rollover
SYNC 3
Toggle switches
Turn signal indicators on exterior sideview mirrors
Universal garage door opener
Voice-activated Navigation System

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Electronics Package

AM/FM stereo single-CD with 9 speakers
Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
SiriusXM Radio
Soft door rollover
SYNC 3
Toggle switches
Turn signal indicators on exterior sideview mirrors
Universal garage door opener
Voice-activated Navigation System

R-Electronics Package adds:

AM/FM Stereo/Single CD player
Rearview Camera
Auxiliary gauges
Floor Mats
Tire inflator & Sealant kit

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4Nines

· #2 · Feb 17, 2016

This is good news for me! I wanted all the track options and convenience at the same time. Glad I decided to wait.

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Nickj,
Thanks for posting this update! Interesting all around. Regarding the coolers and tower to tower brace, it seems the GT350 with the tech package came with the engine cooler and tower to tower brace. Just this week I was asking my dealer if the diff and tranny coolers were going to be offered through Ford (this question was based on info in the 2016 Shelby Owners Manual Supplement that recommends adding them if using at track frequently). As of this week, he said there were no add on packages by Ford.
Thanks again for posting this!

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cereal killer

· #4 · Feb 17, 2016

I can see some buyers remorse for the guys that bought the '16..

Supposedly April 4th the regular Mustang order banks open up, I wonder if the GT350's will be ready to order as well. Anyone?

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Tankman

· #5 · Feb 17, 2016

cereal killer said:
I can see some buyers remorse for the guys that bought the '16..

Supposedly April 4th the regular Mustang order banks open up, I wonder if the GT350's will be ready to order as well. Anyone?

No buyers remorse here

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XLR8R

· #6 · Feb 18, 2016

Yes, love to know if 2017 GT350's will open up for ordering in April. Just emailed my dealer with this question, will keep you all posted.

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XLR8R

· #7 · Feb 18, 2016

Oh ya, sorry...Thx NickJ

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tomt23

· #8 · Feb 18, 2016

Anything on pricing?

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NickJ

Discussion Starter · #9 · Feb 18, 2016

tomt23 said:
Anything on pricing?

Nothing yet. We have our eyes peeled though.

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ATX350

· #10 · Feb 18, 2016

Wow, I can't believe the specs are out for the 2017s already. Any guess on when production will begin?

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XLR8R

· #11 · Feb 19, 2016

Spoke to Ford Performance today. General Mustang production is to start in April 2016. Shelby production could/should start shortly thereafter with expected deliveries starting in June /July....or so I was told.

Retro fitting coolers to 2016 non R and non Track pkg cars will be expensive and for most prohibitive. The Track ready tranny cooler comes complete from the factory with an internal pump...yes internal. According to Ford Performance this would pretty much require a new transmission. Then you have $2100-$2500 rear diff parts alone. I pretty much stopped them there although they were quick to add that a high quality performance shop could add all these coolers with external pumps in a day's worth of labor plus parts for a lot less. Me...I really don't need them, but I want them and I am thinking about waiting if I can get any idea at all about the 2017 pricing being reasonable and all?

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Tankman

· #12 · Feb 19, 2016

XLR8R said:
Spoke to Ford Performance today. General Mustang production is to start in April 2016. Shelby production could/should start shortly thereafter with expected deliveries starting in June /July....or so I was told.

Retro fitting coolers to 2016 non R and non Track pkg cars will be expensive and for most prohibitive. The Track ready tranny cooler comes complete from the factory with an internal pump...yes internal. According to Ford Performance this would pretty much require a new transmission. Then you have $2100-$2500 rear diff parts alone. I pretty much stopped them there although they were quick to add that a high quality performance shop could add all these coolers with external pumps in a day's worth of labor plus parts for a lot less. Me...I really don't need them, but I want them and I am thinking about waiting if I can get any idea at all about the 2017 pricing being reasonable and all?

Say it ain't so accelerator....

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XLR8R

· #13 · Feb 19, 2016

Sorry Tankman that's the info I received. I have a partial quote w part numbers too but I cannot save it on my iPad, just turns to code, without including all fittings etc. the rear diff was at $2080.
Spoke to Ford Parts and got part numbers, confirmed with my dealer they were for a Shelby GT 350, then I spoke to Isaac at Ford Performance and that is pretty much the story. Possible to retrofit but $$$$ thru Ford.
For me..like I had said, I don't need the coolers but I want them....if the new pricing is available soon so I know exactly what I would pay for a 2017, I might go for it if my dealer will cancel my order and roll me into the 2017. Lots to consider tho.

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barstowpo

· #14 · Feb 19, 2016

I would like to see a list of part numbers for this swap. Even better would be an external pump oriented retrofit kit from Ford or a vendor.

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Tankman

· #15 · Feb 19, 2016 (Edited)

XLR8R said:
Sorry Tankman that's the info I received. I have a partial quote w part numbers too but I cannot save it on my iPad, just turns to code, without including all fittings etc. the rear diff was at $2080.
Spoke to Ford Parts and got part numbers, confirmed with my dealer they were for a Shelby GT 350, then I spoke to Isaac at Ford Performance and that is pretty much the story. Possible to retrofit but $$$$ thru Ford.
For me..like I had said, I don't need the coolers but I want them....if the new pricing is available soon so I know exactly what I would pay for a 2017, I might go for it if my dealer will cancel my order and roll me into the 2017. Lots to consider tho.

It's all good XLR8R! Like you said, I don't need them, but have wanted them since I ordered my Shelby. Thanks for calling Ford Performance and your dealer and doing all the leg work for us. Good luck with your negotiations for possible 2017!
(Cereal Killer- if you're reading these posts, this is NOT remorse!!)

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rodneytxps

· #16 · Feb 22, 2016

No performance changes??

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XLR8R

· #17 · Feb 24, 2016

No performance upgrades that I could find out about for 2017.

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XLR8R

· #18 · Feb 27, 2016

Production for 2016 ends March 4, 2017 order bank opens April 4th, 2017 production begins June 4th of so I read from
M the Ford esouce book. My dealer said he will have 2017 pricing by April 4. I will keep you posted

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GT_Dave

· #19 · Feb 28, 2016 (Edited)

XLR8R said:
Spoke to Ford Performance today. General Mustang production is to start in April 2016. Shelby production could/should start shortly thereafter with expected deliveries starting in June /July....or so I was told.

Retro fitting coolers to 2016 non R and non Track pkg cars will be expensive and for most prohibitive. The Track ready tranny cooler comes complete from the factory with an internal pump...yes internal. According to Ford Performance this would pretty much require a new transmission. Then you have $2100-$2500 rear diff parts alone. I pretty much stopped them there although they were quick to add that a high quality performance shop could add all these coolers with external pumps in a day's worth of labor plus parts for a lot less. Me...I really don't need them, but I want them and I am thinking about waiting if I can get any idea at all about the 2017 pricing being reasonable and all?

Waiting to see what the aftermarket may have to offer for cooling kits, but I'm not going to wait too long. I already researched the systems and located all the separate components need to add cooling to the transmission and differential, there would be an electric 3 GPM pump on each. For the pumps, connectors, wiring, hoses, filters, radiators, switches and temp gauges, the total cost would be about $700 for everything, plus a few days of work.
Also looking into isolating the catalytic converters and adding air flow for the transmission.

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barstowpo

· #20 · Feb 28, 2016 (Edited)

Are you looking at factory components or are you considering heat sink type coolers? I would like more detail on your research. Sccabill thinks the biggest issue is with trans temp. I haven't even looked under my car yet to see if plugs are present or not. The Tilton pumps seem like they would work.

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