Considering an Evo IX
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I was considering a SC kit for a while for the R32. Problem is, all of these upgrades are pretty expensive, and unless you go stage 3, the power is still lacking for the weight of the car. Plus, my warranty would be completely gone. I want something that is track prepped out of the box, and from what I understand, the evo's can be driven straight out of the lot to the track and kick some ***.
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Has anyone on her gone from an STI to an evo? I am not a huge fan of the new styling of the Subarus, so i am leaning towards the Mitsubishi, but I want to know why you guys picked the evo since they are such similar cars in terms of performance?
Edit: Just read the previous reply. Very interesting...
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Just FYI, as soon as you race your car, your warranty is void. Poke around here and you'll find Mitsubishi is fierce about voiding warranties for participating in a single SCCA event or modifying the car in any way.
I have owned both the Evo and the STI. You really can't go wrong with either car. In general, the STI is a better daily driver and has better dealer service and warranty. The Evo is slightly better out of the box on track and responds better to mods. The dealerships tend to be worse with voiding warranties and it's a bit harsher as a daily. Of course, the dealerships in your area may be better or worse for one car or the other. The Evo can also be purchased new for a quite a bit less money.
Hi guys. I've been lurking around the evo forums for a bit, but I've never posted.
I currently drive a VW R32. I really like the car a lot. The interior is fantastic, it doesn't attract the attention of cops and they are so rare that I seem to be the only one in my area...
So here's my problem. The damn thing is heavy as hell and I am desperate for more power, but all available FI kits are pretty expensiveand The NA route is also limited (by price especially).
I love tracking my cars. I will be participating in some auto-x events this summer as well. So obviously, I am starting to consider getting an evo IX.
I do have a few questions:
1) I am sick and tired of all the rattles, clunks, squeeks and various sounds that come out of the R32. How is the fit and finish on the evos? How do they compare to STi's in that department?
2) What type of snow setups do you guys use? Are the stock wheels 17's? Do you prefer to use a seperate wheel tire combo?
3) I need a car that is reliable. I like to drive my cars hard, but at the same time, I don't beat on them
I do, however, want to limit visits to the dealership
Is the evo IX reliable as a weekend track star/daily driver?
4) Has anyone else made the switch from an R32 to an evo? Can you give me any input on how you think the cars compare??
Thanks in advance
I currently drive a VW R32. I really like the car a lot. The interior is fantastic, it doesn't attract the attention of cops and they are so rare that I seem to be the only one in my area...
So here's my problem. The damn thing is heavy as hell and I am desperate for more power, but all available FI kits are pretty expensiveand The NA route is also limited (by price especially).
I love tracking my cars. I will be participating in some auto-x events this summer as well. So obviously, I am starting to consider getting an evo IX.
I do have a few questions:
1) I am sick and tired of all the rattles, clunks, squeeks and various sounds that come out of the R32. How is the fit and finish on the evos? How do they compare to STi's in that department?
2) What type of snow setups do you guys use? Are the stock wheels 17's? Do you prefer to use a seperate wheel tire combo?
3) I need a car that is reliable. I like to drive my cars hard, but at the same time, I don't beat on them
I do, however, want to limit visits to the dealership Is the evo IX reliable as a weekend track star/daily driver?4) Has anyone else made the switch from an R32 to an evo? Can you give me any input on how you think the cars compare??
Thanks in advance
2. they are 17s. teh base models are enkei. the mr is bbs 1 piece forged (lighter). both 17x8. a lot of guys buy winter rims. i would so u wouldnt damage the bbs rims if u get an mr.
3. i think it will be reliable if u dont drag race it and launch the hell out of it go for broke. if u only race on the weekend it should be ok. i would get a tranny cooler and change the fluids with fresh stock fluids after every event (better safe than sorry).
4 not personally no but it's pretty much how you're envisioning it. not as nice of a interior (dash/steering area) (seats are great especially in an mr or se) but a lot more power - full time awd - incredible handling - great bolt on power and retuning ability. most of that you already knew or thought.
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I also went from a 2005 STi to a 2006 EVO IX MR
in early 2004 I chose the 2005 STi because I drove the EVO VIII and STi back to back. STi had better power, lots of torque, new stereo system, new updates to suspension(and still I feel that the 2005 STi is still the best year of STi to own. Better than the 2006's and 2007's). If you like AWD burnouts, Powerslides, Drifting and Drag racing without the fear of breaking something (transmission) get the STi.
in early 2006 I test drove the EVO IX MR after owning my STi basically 2 years. After having my fun with that car I wanted a more refined driving machine. I wanted one that went around the corners with less drama (read: less tire squealing & sliding sideways although it was fun!) and was ultimately faster. Where the STi would exit a corner drifting or at least sideways the EVO hugs the inside line and exits with more speed and authority (it can still get sideways if you want it to - but not as aggressive as the STi). The 2006 and up STi's may handle differently because of the new ACD settings on them (the 2005's split power 36/65 Front to rear by default and the new ones do 51/49 Front/Rear or something close). I LOVE the all black interior and new seats and small steering wheel of the EVO. I love the interior of my EVO IX MR more than I liked the interior on the Subaru. I LOVE the exterior styling of the EVO. STi looks great by all means but the EVO looks "sharper", "edgier", more "race-like" although a bit more boy-ricer also. STi does look more mature and EVO looks more boy-racer(but I choose the EVO's look over the STi's). Ultimately EVO is a faster track car and drag racing car. I do feel the STi has a stronger transmission and you do not have to worry about your transfer case breaking in the STi (it doesn't have one).
But in the end I choose the EVO IX MR!! And I have been happy ever since - no other car will give you so much performance for the money, except high insurance I'm sure.
Hope that helps!!
in early 2004 I chose the 2005 STi because I drove the EVO VIII and STi back to back. STi had better power, lots of torque, new stereo system, new updates to suspension(and still I feel that the 2005 STi is still the best year of STi to own. Better than the 2006's and 2007's). If you like AWD burnouts, Powerslides, Drifting and Drag racing without the fear of breaking something (transmission) get the STi.
in early 2006 I test drove the EVO IX MR after owning my STi basically 2 years. After having my fun with that car I wanted a more refined driving machine. I wanted one that went around the corners with less drama (read: less tire squealing & sliding sideways although it was fun!) and was ultimately faster. Where the STi would exit a corner drifting or at least sideways the EVO hugs the inside line and exits with more speed and authority (it can still get sideways if you want it to - but not as aggressive as the STi). The 2006 and up STi's may handle differently because of the new ACD settings on them (the 2005's split power 36/65 Front to rear by default and the new ones do 51/49 Front/Rear or something close). I LOVE the all black interior and new seats and small steering wheel of the EVO. I love the interior of my EVO IX MR more than I liked the interior on the Subaru. I LOVE the exterior styling of the EVO. STi looks great by all means but the EVO looks "sharper", "edgier", more "race-like" although a bit more boy-ricer also. STi does look more mature and EVO looks more boy-racer(but I choose the EVO's look over the STi's). Ultimately EVO is a faster track car and drag racing car. I do feel the STi has a stronger transmission and you do not have to worry about your transfer case breaking in the STi (it doesn't have one).
But in the end I choose the EVO IX MR!! And I have been happy ever since - no other car will give you so much performance for the money, except high insurance I'm sure.
Hope that helps!!
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Depends on your dealership. I was up-front from day one, and told them, if they felt the failure was due to tracking, then I would pay. However, after my 3rd visit, the service manager told me he would always warranty my car, because I was the only guy who was up front with him. AND that included after it was all the way to stage 3 from AMS.
But again, everyone is different.
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