From my '09 GT-R to a 2010 Lancer MR Touring?
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From: San Francisco, CA
I couldn't agree more. They're very helpful and good to spend time with.
I really like your thinking here and I'm torn between 'getting it all done at once' or being able to pass smog tests, not throwing codes, easy replacement. My only question now is either to go cat back or turbo back. The dyno tune is a necessity.
Somewhat of an understatement ?
Thanks for the very kind offer of being able to try yours on for size. If you're in SF, I might take you up on it.
Somewhat of an understatement ?
Thanks for the very kind offer of being able to try yours on for size. If you're in SF, I might take you up on it.
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I'm close to closing the deal on my white MR Touring and could pick it up any day. The only thing holding me back is that many of my friends insist they can't see me driving a white Lancer after all the cars I have owned. I think I would be very happy with the Lancer despite what I'm used to, simply for the fun factor.
The GT-R got me used to a an AWD system that feels like RWD but saves your butt when needed. That's what I'm also hoping to experience with the MR. I can live with the slighly cheap interior as long as the driving experience puts a smile on my face.
To me the GT-R and Lancer MR Touring both represent similar things. Amazing performance at their resepective price points. Maybe it's because I'm almost 40, but I simply no longer care about badge prestige. I like the fact that the GT-R and Lancer are made by companies that most people with MBs and BMWs wouldn't consider.
To me the GT-R and Lancer MR Touring both represent similar things. Amazing performance at their resepective price points. Maybe it's because I'm almost 40, but I simply no longer care about badge prestige. I like the fact that the GT-R and Lancer are made by companies that most people with MBs and BMWs wouldn't consider.
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Not even close yet, but car went back in friday for AMS intercooler, AMS widemouth downpipe, AMS upper intercooler pipe, fuel injector and fuel pump install and another dyno tune. My Do-luck trunk is coming wednesday so I hope to have it back by friday. I'm thinking about reshooting the whole grill area and chrome in matte black while it's in the shop, but I'm not sure on that one.
I ended up going with Works sway bars with the AST coilovers. The combo is really amazing.
Last edited by Sleestack; Dec 6, 2009 at 03:06 PM.
How much would it cost for an evoX to outrun, outhandled a GT-R? None, it goes quite a bit faster with a transmission that works., just kidding.... 
Very nice story and way to help.
Very nice story and way to help.
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From: chicago
I would get a E46 hands down if I were you. That was my first choice but finance troubles led me to a Evo X. The evo x handles better but a M3 is one of the most successful road racers ever. Amazing race derived engine, RWD(like true race cars), luxury..... I never seen a MR touring in person so i cant lean one way too far.
However, If I could have gotten the M, I wouldnt think twice, get the e46.
However, If I could have gotten the M, I wouldnt think twice, get the e46.
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Glad to hear your enjoying your precious new baby!!! (EVO MR)... what else do you have instore for her cuz you aint wasting anytime your X is a beeeast already LOL!!?!!??!?! hahahahhhah
Last edited by Evo9"Miss Rose"; Dec 7, 2009 at 04:08 PM.