Evo X vs. Evo VIII and IX
I'm waiting to see where the pricing comes in at. My VIII is paid for and I'm not a big mod guy. My current EVO is essentially still stock and it's my daily driver, so the X is definitely attractive to me since I likely won't do many mods. If the pricing isn't a lot more than the current evo, I will likely sell mine and put that money down on a X.
However, I am also hesitant to buy a first model year vehicle. I definitely won't be getting on a waiting list for one. I'll watch closely and see how many bugs start showing up before I dive in.
However, I am also hesitant to buy a first model year vehicle. I definitely won't be getting on a waiting list for one. I'll watch closely and see how many bugs start showing up before I dive in.
There are a lot of things I like about the EVO X:
1. The fenders and wheel wells don't have a hugh ugly gap like the current generation evos.
2. I like the design, it looks menacing yet sleek, somehow the car looks less boxy.
3. Lighter engine (unknown potential), which helps the horrible 60/40 weight distribution.
4. S-AWC with S-AYC ... an handling boon.
5. 6 speed paddle shifters, quicker shifts while racing and no need to heel and toe. Imagine the time saved
6. Clutchless tranny (unknown potential). No need to replace clutches ever again!
Out of the box I have not doubt this car will be faster than previous generation EVOs.
But I would rather pay off my EVO8 than get further into debt and would rather be looking for an alternative fuel vehicle. So No ...
1. The fenders and wheel wells don't have a hugh ugly gap like the current generation evos.
2. I like the design, it looks menacing yet sleek, somehow the car looks less boxy.
3. Lighter engine (unknown potential), which helps the horrible 60/40 weight distribution.
4. S-AWC with S-AYC ... an handling boon.
5. 6 speed paddle shifters, quicker shifts while racing and no need to heel and toe. Imagine the time saved
6. Clutchless tranny (unknown potential). No need to replace clutches ever again!
Out of the box I have not doubt this car will be faster than previous generation EVOs.
But I would rather pay off my EVO8 than get further into debt and would rather be looking for an alternative fuel vehicle. So No ...
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Joined: Jun 2006
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From: DFW, TEXAS
I am keepin my 8 for ever, or until it decides to leave me for beating the crap out of it nightly. I have to much blood sweat and tears poored into my baby, not to mention a considerable amount of money. I plan to just replace stuff as needed, block, head, passenger etc.
Not planning.
As much as mitsu will try, the X is a cross roads, the IX is the end of the true rally inspired generation of the evo's.
The second you can't buy an IX in a dealership new, everyone owning an IX will own a piece of history, a collectors car. The speed that Evo's seem to get totally, stolen and chopped or just blown to pieces shows the speed that these cars will become rare and the price will stabilize and then increase.
Just look at rare VII's (I know it's not the same).
In 5-10 years time the IX will be a serious collector car. IMHO.
As much as mitsu will try, the X is a cross roads, the IX is the end of the true rally inspired generation of the evo's.
The second you can't buy an IX in a dealership new, everyone owning an IX will own a piece of history, a collectors car. The speed that Evo's seem to get totally, stolen and chopped or just blown to pieces shows the speed that these cars will become rare and the price will stabilize and then increase.
Just look at rare VII's (I know it's not the same).
In 5-10 years time the IX will be a serious collector car. IMHO.
Having kept-up with the X info, I can honestly say there's nothing I like about it. I find its styling to be generally unappealing, as well as its interior, and the new powertrain does little to inspire a great deal of interest. I loathe the concept behind an automatic gearbox and the aluminum block would always remind me of a Vega. I could also give a flying f#ck about cruise control, navigation and the hideous steering wheel buttons. Basically, had the X been available instead of the IX, I would have never purchased it. It seems like Mitsubishi wants to turn the Evo into a GT and that's not what I want.
The second you can't buy an IX in a dealership new, everyone owning an IX will own a piece of history, a collectors car. The speed that Evo's seem to get totally, stolen and chopped or just blown to pieces shows the speed that these cars will become rare and the price will stabilize and then increase.
Just look at rare VII's (I know it's not the same).
In 5-10 years time the IX will be a serious collector car. IMHO.
Just look at rare VII's (I know it's not the same).
In 5-10 years time the IX will be a serious collector car. IMHO.
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Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Palo Alto
It's unattractive, for one.
There's a reason why I bought a IX at the end of December instead of waiting for a 10. I really think the IX is the end of a great era and while I hope the upcoming years are good for Mitsu, I think the IX will end up being fairly sought after once they dissapear.
That and I love the looks of the IX
There's a reason why I bought a IX at the end of December instead of waiting for a 10. I really think the IX is the end of a great era and while I hope the upcoming years are good for Mitsu, I think the IX will end up being fairly sought after once they dissapear.
That and I love the looks of the IX