This appears to be the final long term test of Road & Track for the 2003 Evolution

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article....&page_number=2

Makes me feel great that I got this over the pedestrian BMW 3 Series.

 

The best number on this report is the resale value. Any car that still holds 85% of its value after two years and 50000 miles is awesome.

 

Actually with the mileage deduction, an additional $5261, the resale is about 65%.

 

Where are you getting the 85% figure from? $20039 / $30062 = 66%

 

woops, didnt see the mileage deduction. still awesome. Normal cars with normal miles are lucky to hold 65% value.

 

That was a great article and for me it put into perspective what I am sure all evo owners feel...that is...pure enjoyment when behind the wheel of one of the most respected and sought after 4-bangers on the planet!

They were right in saying that the cars maintanence isn't cheep, but the cars build quality is so good that things don't "fall apart" like in other cars. I have had my car a year now and it feels the same as the day I bought it! No issues yet.

I think if I worked for R&T, I would have cried as well when they took the Evo away . But on the flip side, I would be working my bosses to get the Evo 9 in ASAP !