Ok, so i just checked out this used Evo x GSR this morning and it had 52k miles going for $23k. The engine was completely stock. There were paint chips noticeable. The radio was not working. The salesman said the dealership put in a new clutch, so on my test drive it felt like I was shifting an 18 wheeler. Uhhh, it said that it needed service, possibly due to the low tire pressure. The rims were rusted. The brake pads on the brembo brakes were worn out, well, the ones on the back 2 tires, but the front were a little visible. Also, the engine at idle kept revving up and down constantly with the A/C on full blast. Like from 0 to 1k RPMS, it would just rev up on its own, then go back down. It wasn't at a constant RPM.

If the car is still on the lot by next week, I might think of trading in my Genesis Coupe 3.8 for it. It's been giving me problems and I have fixed it. But that same problem is coming back. I am getting frustrated. I could keep up with it, but I am still running into the same problems. It is not paid off and I feel I will be losing money trading it in for this Evo. I want to take this Evo far, maybe around 500 WHP and reliable, beyond 100k miles. I see a engine rebuild or something, i don't know.

To be honest, I really think the price is a rip off for that many miles. 52k miles is a lot and I feel the previous owner may have ****ed up his clutch and maybe it went into the engine, i don't know. Let me know what you guys think. A little advice or input.


Thank you and I appreciate it.

 

Wrong forum since this is for the Evo 1-9 but see how much the dealership wants to get rid of the car by negotiating the price. If they changed the clutch they should already have a general idea of the condition of the car.
If I were you I'd just put up your Genesis 3.8 for sale and wait for an Evo that can at least idle correctly..
Try taking the VIN and check-up on what has been done

 

I would stay away from that X ..
unless a professional looks at it and lets you know whats wrong with it.

 

Post the VIN if you can get it

 

JA3AW86V38U049636

 

If I was you I would not get it, specially side you might be losing money on the trade. Def sell your genesis first and then look for an Evo.

 

Sorry, nothing interesting on Mitsubishis side. It's just been in for recalls, no repairs and no arbitrations etc.
Powertrain warranty is good to November 8th though

 

http://www.nextcarrental.com/autoche...aw86v38u049636

 

looks good, aye?

 

Huh, wonder why they couldn't sell it at auction. Probably asking too much I guess.

 

I'm going to see how much I can get for my Genesis since I'm doing a trade in. If I'm more in debt, I won't be hesitant to walk out. If it's at least 2-3k more, maybe, ... i don't know.

 

If I were you, I would honestly wait to find a better one if it seems that bad. Especially since you'll probably regret it in the end.

 

I wouldn't rush. Find a couple more in your area to check out before you make the trade.