Bit_the_Bullitt
Well-Known Member
No wasn't harsh at all. When it comes to looks, things will always be subjective and your opinion isn't worth less than mine just cause it's different.Sorry my comment was a bit harsh.
I've owned 2 GT's before the 350 and they were both pre-2018 refresh so maybe I am a bit biased. I have to say all the other improvements both visually and mechanically were a home run for the 2018+ refresh, especially the active exhaust. If some of those features were part of my 2016 GT I may still be driving it. The Darth Vader comment is direct from the Ford Designers of the 2018+ refresh, they used Darth Vadar's mask as an inspiration... apparently trying to make it look more sinister. They just missed the target in my opinion as it give it an odd look. Especially the empty quarter pockets on each end. I did see a 2018 S550 with Rousch brand inserts which added some depth and detail to that area; makes it look much better. As far as the new platform goes, they have such a great foundation with the S550 chassis, it will be interesting to see what improvements they are cooking up.
I'm also first-time Mustang owner and I started with 2019. So I am heavily biased.
The more you say it, the more I see the Vader inspiration. I think they actually did a pretty good job. I also think the LED fog lights and LED turn signals/parking lamps look way better than the incandescent pre-refresh.
Where they dropped the ball is the DRLs. So freaking dim (and yes, I know they brighten up when actually driving, had wife drive the Bullitt behind me once) and it's like they're not even on. Would consider aftermarket, but don't want to unseal the entire unit.
What pocket you mean exactly? Please show a pic. One thing that they could've opened was the front lower fake vents and direct them toward the brakes.
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