I have an '03. I had the wing changed under warranty, i'm on the second set of tires at 15,000 miles, my caliper paint is a little faded, my clutch is just fine with a few launches under it. I like my intercooler sprayer and little cup holders. Plus i disagree with the "new" model theory. The Evo 8 is very similar to the Evo 7, as far as most of the underpinning and engine. You don't hear people complaining about that one very much.