First off, I absolutely love the 8, 9, and X evos, for various reasons, which I'll end up getting off-topic about if I go into. I've wanted and evo for quite some time now, and lately (last couple of years or so) I've really wanted something that goes fast. Maybe it's an early onset of mid-life crisis, I'm not sure (I'm 27). I've narrowed down my choices to either an Evo or a sportbike (although that in and of itself is going to be a convoluted path, as I would have to get a small bike and work my way up to having a big one). The problem is, that even if an Evo is a less expensive option than other cars that perform similarly, it's still out of my price range brand new. This leaves me with two options: I can buy a used Evo and have the desire for an evo satisfied, or I can get into motorcycling which at a glance looks to be much less expensive (I think after financing, I could probably buy a learner bike and a 1 liter bike for less than a new evo).

The question I'm really here to ask about all this is how much or a difference is there in that new car feeling versus a used one (I have yet to buy a truly "new" car). Did it make that much of a difference when you bought a new one versus a used one? Or should I just go the cheaper route and buy a bike?

 

wow ok are you really asking this

New car = NEW period newest features to the market warranty if needed. the thought in the back of your head that nobody has mess with the car or anything scratched up etc. just hope you dont get killed on intrest rate and monthly payments. Great option if you want to stay with the times. Might get a lemon watch out.

Used car = perfect for the kid in school or guy on a budget or owning a car that one could not afford if it was right off the showroom floor. Now you take a risk at getting a clucker or somebody elses headache. Then again there are alot of DIME peaces out there and people have to get rid of for various reasons and you end up getting a steal deal. happens all the time you just have to look and do your homework about any used car carfax,test drives, inspection etc. Now there are gonna be things that might go wrong just be ready to fix them. Hints evo if you are replacing the whole motor with a built one like i am does not matter if its used engines new

Bike = Fun in the sun intense speed. Nothing more to say im not really a bike fan but nothing wrong with owning one my uncle has several and goes out riding with clubs so that pretty cool. And yes this is by far going to be the cheapest route.

 

if u have a family
get the evo
if not, u could get a sport bike
depends on what u using the evo for
do u intend to mod it extensively
if so, u should get the second hand one
if not, u can get the first hand one
but well, all depends on whether u have the money to upkeep it or not
cuz a turbo car has a very expensive maintenance fees

 

Used is just as good as new.

 

^ For me, that doesn't apply to high performance/mod-able cars like the evo... if you personally know the previous owner... sure, but if you are buying it from a dealer and have no idea about the real history of the used car... then no, there is a big risk of inheriting issues/problems. You'll never know if the previous owner launched the car many times, tracked it, drag-raced it, modded it improperly, etc. If it's a Camry or an Accord, I wouldn't hesitate to buy a used one.

 

I bought my evo used and couldn't have been any happier. The previous owner treated the car as his baby. He would cover the car if he knew it was going to rain, snow. The car came with minimal mods: Intake/Exhaust. I have had the car for over a year now and nothing has gone wrong with the car . I live in new york and drove all the way to virgina to pick her up as well. I bought it off a member on this forum. I looked at his previous threads to see if he had any major problems or anything he wrote up when he wasnt looking at selling the car. Of course people are going to tell you what you want to hear as far as taking care of the the car and there is going to be more of those than those who actually take care of their cars. Just make sure you do your research on the car and Good Luck with you choice.

 

I went through the early life crisis as you (29 here). I wanted a fast car ever since my dad sold his 67 Camaro with a 427 engine. I had the means, but I'm pretty money conscious. I got a 99 Eclipse Spyder (non-turbo) and enjoyed it for 3yrs. However it just didn't have the rush factor. So I had been looking intensely for the past 6 months for a good used Evo for the right price.

I came across a 06 with 23.5k miles on it. I said screw it and bought it that day. I'm so glad I did. Way the economy is going and the push for "green" cars, who knows how long cars like this will be permitted on the highway. I say get it now and enjoy them while you can.

 

I couldn't make up my mind either, I have both. I have an Evo 9 and a CBR 1000. I wouldn't say either are "Cheap" to own even if you do your own maintenance and modifications like me.

If you are looking to mod your car don't buy new, your just going to end up voiding the warranty. If something breaks you're going to be paying big payments plus the cost of the repairs. If you plan on keeping it stock or at least keeping it stock until the warranty is up get new.

I bought my Evo used. It took me about a year to find one that I wasn't too molested by the previous owner. I bought it from a local Mitsubishi dealer, the car had a stereo system in it and the rest of the car was untouched. Even the brake calipers had all their clear coat. I took the system out and sold it. I put the money towards the new exhaust and it all went down hill from there... (Next weekend I'm installing an FP Red)

As for the bike the initial cost is cheaper. If its your first bike start at a 600cc used (not dropped) because the odds are against you dropping it. Its very easy to find one that someone bought and barely rode it (because the NE doesn't have a long riding season or they scared the crap out of themselves). Even when I lived in the NE I had to buy tires for the bike every season. Get a loud pipe they really do save lives. Cars don't see you and you are much safer passing people rather than getting passed.

Both are bad for your driving record. Both are hard on tires if you drive them hard. If plan on doing track days both will cut huge holes in your wallet. But both are capable of putting the biggest smile on your face. Good luck!

 

Bikes are inherently weather sensitive and can become dead financial weight through the winter. If this venture is for a hobby both are fun, although a DD needs to be able to drive daily. Also one must expect that buying a USED high performance vehicle was most likely driven as such before being placed on the sellers market.

 

lol!!!! your f'n kidding right?

lmfao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!

 

i see that you live in CT. buy that evo. it is the funnest thing you will ever drive in the winter. you want to buy a used evo anyway - the 2005+ evo 8's and 9's should fit into your price range, and are much more driver's cars anyway. the only difference between new and old is if you buy new, mitsu pretends you have a warranty until you have to warrant something real, or start modding. if you buy used, you start off expecting to have no warranty whatsoever, and you get to learn the ins and out of having an evo (bonus!)

 

Both. Used evo and used R1. Like he said, used is just as good as new.

 

I owned or own both... I had a sport bike, it was a blast but also a casket on wheels. I rode pretty hard not stupid and laid it down twice. I sold it eventually cause three times a charm! As far as the evo I was in the same boat as you about a year ago. I am urrently 28 so don't feel like your going through a mid life crisis. Honestly its been one of the best things I bought. If you like to wrench and tinker with cars this car is the easiest to work on. Its def a money pit but an addictive hobby, especially with such a good forum like EVOM. Just remember to take your time buying one and research research research...