I have a 2022 Mach 1 without the handling package. Because my front tires are only 255/40/19, the tramlining is marginal. I’ve sat in a new Z but did not drive it. Getting in and out of the mustang is easier, long trips are comfortable. But the “slick shifting Tremic
“ shifts like a farm truck...
Porsche 997.2 and 2007 Civic EX are the two best handling cars I’ve driven. Currently one a 2022 Mustang Mach 1, which is fine, but a little unsettling at higher speeds on bumpy back roads. Electric steering will never be the same as hydraulic.
Because of my location, pretty much every new Z is parked on the showroom floor, and I won't ask a dealer to pull it out so I can joy ride. If it were parked on the lot I may be more willing.
With that said, I keep reading about the biggest fault, other than smoking the tires that came with...
Engine knocking sound, almost like a rod bearing at idle. Luckily it goes away above 1000 RPM
Engine Popping, known as the Coyote BBQ lighter noise.
Driveline rattles: I get an engine lugging vibration at 1500-1900 RPM in 6th gear. Despite having shorter final overall gearing and more power...
After being sorely disappointed by my recent purchase of a 2022 mustang Mach 1 I figured I’d ask people who own the cars rather than rely on journalists who seldom report on problems that would be deal breakers if known about ahead of time.
So, what issues are new Z owners facing? Engine or...