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Originally Posted by nsnguyen
A little explanation. In the state of Michigan, a special license plate is available to auto manufacturers. It has "MANUFACTURER PLATE" stamped in the bottom and the plate is all numeric except for a M in the middle. This car has one of those plates. Only auto manufacturers have the ability to obtain them. Over here in Michigan, I see plenty of cars which are not even legal for sale here, like Peugeots, Citroens, and euro spec US nameplates.
An example:
I have no doubt that this is not a complete Evo under the mule bodywork or even an Evo at all. Like I said earlier, all we can take from this is that Mitsubishi is actively developing some sort of small car. What is it definitely not is some kid's idea of a sleeper evo. What kid would relocate the fuel filler or spend the time and effort to alter the track of their car only to leave a stock looking front end? Or convert their car to RHD for that matter.
An example:
I have no doubt that this is not a complete Evo under the mule bodywork or even an Evo at all. Like I said earlier, all we can take from this is that Mitsubishi is actively developing some sort of small car. What is it definitely not is some kid's idea of a sleeper evo. What kid would relocate the fuel filler or spend the time and effort to alter the track of their car only to leave a stock looking front end? Or convert their car to RHD for that matter.
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Originally Posted by nsnguyen
A little explanation. In the state of Michigan, a special license plate is available to auto manufacturers. It has "MANUFACTURER PLATE" stamped in the bottom and the plate is all numeric except for a M in the middle. This car has one of those plates. Only auto manufacturers have the ability to obtain them. Over here in Michigan, I see plenty of cars which are not even legal for sale here, like Peugeots, Citroens, and euro spec US nameplates.
An example:
I have no doubt that this is not a complete Evo under the mule bodywork or even an Evo at all. Like I said earlier, all we can take from this is that Mitsubishi is actively developing some sort of small car. What is it definitely not is some kid's idea of a sleeper evo. What kid would relocate the fuel filler or spend the time and effort to alter the track of their car only to leave a stock looking front end? Or convert their car to RHD for that matter.
An example:
I have no doubt that this is not a complete Evo under the mule bodywork or even an Evo at all. Like I said earlier, all we can take from this is that Mitsubishi is actively developing some sort of small car. What is it definitely not is some kid's idea of a sleeper evo. What kid would relocate the fuel filler or spend the time and effort to alter the track of their car only to leave a stock looking front end? Or convert their car to RHD for that matter.
I still think there is a lot more info we can learn from these pics, and hopefully we'll be seeing more pics in the future of different mules.
notice that big white thing strapped in the back seat on the left hand side. that is probably what's weighing down the left rear so much. and notice that they're using RS doors. and, even though they're using crappy steel rims, they look like 17" rims, so those may be full size tires, it's a little hard to tell though.
probably testing the drivetrain, that makes the most sense. or maybe a new dsg style transmission, they've said numerous times they're very interested in developing something like that for the next evo.
Originally Posted by _007
As long as Mitsubishi keeps this awesome body and the rear end they will be fine. I love the curent car and I think they will do fine with the new design. I can't wait to see the new Engine....
Originally Posted by MTMS4
Wow, scheduled for a 2006 US release......
If that actually happens the IX will be short-lived indeed.
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If that actually happens the IX will be short-lived indeed.
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Originally Posted by TOMMY B
The next EVO, with more than 300 hp, is expected to be shown at this fall's Tokyo Motor Show. A U.S. launch is on its docket for 2006.
Originally Posted by burningmoney97
something is wrong here
I bought an 05 MR, picked it up in Oct 04.
the IX is released as an 06, will be available Sept 05
the X is released as an07, will be available in late 06.
not really complicated math...
Originally Posted by burningmoney97
Are you sure that is a test mule.
1. Guy on cell phone
2. Altezza
3. Poor suspension
4. door dings
I see this car every day on the freeway
1. Guy on cell phone
2. Altezza
3. Poor suspension
4. door dings
I see this car every day on the freeway
- altezza tail lights are on the shelf, and available to fit in the holes in the CT9A rear end
- could be doing suspension testing, or could be calling in saying the suspension he's testing just failes (wiseass comment here)
- test mules are not treated really nicely, because they're not supposed to look good and attract attention.
I'm not saying this is an evo. it's a mule just a "beast of burdoen" out doing testing....
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Originally Posted by burningmoney97
Are you sure that is a test mule.
1. Guy on cell phone
2. Altezza
3. Poor suspension
4. door dings
I see this car every day on the freeway
1. Guy on cell phone
2. Altezza
3. Poor suspension
4. door dings
I see this car every day on the freeway
Originally Posted by FaLeX
Look closely the Steering wheel is on the Right hand side . Jerks.
yea theres definitly 2 ppl in the car the one on the cell isnt driving
u can see 2 left hands one on the steering wheel and one on the phone
u can see 2 left hands one on the steering wheel and one on the phone
Last edited by Azn rice racer; Jul 11, 2005 at 03:46 PM. Reason: you can see 2 left hands
It has stock lancer seats like mine!..POS...anyways..i think its just a skin to test the new power plant just like others have said....i mean..look at the side skirts....it looks like it was super glued or taped or somethin like that....