I've been looking at new cars lately, kinda like the mitsubishi lancer ralliart (with the premium package it's close to the top of my price range). But I'm considering the evo x mr, it's got all the performance I want (at least for now ). But I'd need to find another $50 a week for car payments (I know it's not a crazy amount but I'm in school and a good chuck of my earnings will be for a car).

So basically my question is is the evo worth the extra money? I'm kinda looking at this as a long term purchase, I have the sinking feeling that in a few years I won't be happy with the ralliart and will want something with a bit more performance, hence why I'm thinking of spending the little bit extra money now.

 

yes its worth the extra money. dont necessarily know that the MR is worth the extra money though. if you are really pushing your budget, just get a cheaper evo. quick fix!

 

buy a gsr

ralliart is not as cool

 

I'm thinking the mr because of the tc-sst trans, the ability to use it as an auto is REALLY useful since I live in a city, and rowing through gears in traffic gets old quick. Plus I really liked that trans when I took a ralliart for a test drive. And even going to the gsr won't save me much each month, so that's why I was thinking.

 

true that signing my life over to a bank ftw

 

You'll never be happy if you have to settle for less. Get what you want, enjoy it and make it worth the amount of money you're willing to spend. You might end up looking back and regret getting an RA when you initially wanted an Evo. An unabused, properly maintained used Evo 8/9 might be to your liking.

 

+1

Most obvious yet not always apparent advice one could give on here.

 

Buy a car you can afford and focus on school. Plenty of time for cool cars later when you have a degree and a job. I know that's not want you want to hear, but that is the best advice anyone can give you.

 

If you are still in school I would not recommend owning a MR. I have owned a STi , WRX, and now an MR. You will not only have to worry about the higher costs like insurance and gasoline, but also the cost of maintaining the vehicle. These type of cars cost more to maintain (tires, brakes, oil changes, etc.) and may be a huge strain on you financially if you are having a tough time coming up with a few extra bucks just for the monthly payment.

With that said, they are a blast to drive but if you do have student loans I would make that my first priority. With the uncertainty of the economy it would be smart to find a job after you graduate and then make a big purchase. Jobs are not always available for those who graduate and enter the work force.

 

50$ more a week? thats alot when it comes to monthly payments...

$200 a month isnt exactly chump change considering the maintenence you have to go thru for the evo

 

yeah, I know what your saying. I'm not exactly struggling with the payments since I factored in insurance, fuel, and maintenance costs into my monthly budget. And I'll only be in school for a little more time (about 1.5 years part time with no student debt). But still know what your getting at, that's one of the reasons I haven't purchased anything yet, want to take my time and consider all the factors.

 

though I am curious, what are your typical maintenance costs for your evo x's? It'll help in determining if I could afford it. Thanks

 

two piece rotors

 

What ever you decide Im sure you'll have to be happy with. Just dont settle for something because you dont think you can afford it. You'll be kicking yourself in the long run if you dont get what you really want.

 

yeah, that's the problem. I'd rather have a tight budget for a year or so then be unhappy with a car halfway through a 7 year loan. Hmm, have a lot to think about, plus I should really take a MR for a test drive, looks like I'll head back to the dealer in the next few weeks.