wvguy3

So I'm looking to get an Evo and can't decide between a 9 or a newer 10 model. I'd like to have a newer car but in the same token I want something I can mod the crap out of and not worry about warranty. I was told by someone to post my findings here and ask you all what you think on these prices.

First up is this black 9 with a few mods. I have no clue if any are good other than the ETS Intake and Tanabe Exhaust - https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/31840192

Next is the red 9 with some mods as well - https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/29944668

My main questions are, are these good prices? Anyway you think I could talk them down with the car being 12 years old? I know they're sought after but let's face it most banks or credit unions won't give that high of a loan for a vehicle that old unless you're looking at some kind of rare vehicle in mint condition. Any help is greatly appreciated

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iTrader: (3)

The RR is good looking. Engine has certainly been tuned. Its on Speed Density which is a high level intake mod

Cant read the Dyno chart. Mileage looks pretty good & the price is not too far north. Might be worthy of negotiating

Rear bumper cover has been changed & its missing the trunk plastic sill piece. (Might be a repaint?)

Id be interested in having a compression test done & an overall inspection.


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The black is not bad. Miles are up there. Boost controller on interior. Its an SSL pkg (sun, sound, leather). Not a bad price IMO

Id be interested in having a compression test done & an overall inspection

EVILutionVIII

iTrader: (6)

The red Evo has fewer miles, appears to be clean, decently priced, tastefully modded, and I like red. The black Evo is nice too, but the miles are a little high.

My vote would be red.

wvguy3

I want black or red that's for sure. I'd settle for blue if need be.

wvguy3

Found this one as well even though it's clear across the country lol. Not sure on mileage but only performance parts is a Greddy catback so I could do what I want with the rest. Also looks to be debadged.
https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/31062228

wvguy3

Sorry for the triple post (can't edit with the app) but I found this nice white one that's fairly close to me (drive from WV to IL isn't terrible) and I could talk them down in price probably.

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/30136207

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iTrader: (3)

Looks clean. Another SSL car. You can tell that the lower front lip & side skirts have been worked on & painted (not liken that but that can be changed)

Miles are north of 100K but thats to be expected. Price look OK

Again, Id be interested in having a compression test done & an overall inspection

wvguy3

I also checked the KBB value and the highest I'd pay for it is $15k. It books for $11-$14k. My issue is with it being 8 hours away I can't go and haggle. I have to do it over the phone but I will definitely keep the compression test and inspection in mind when/if I'm able to get this.

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iTrader: (3)

From what we are seeing, KBB values and street values are not matching. These older model EvOs are selling for a premium (sellers market)

wvguy3

So I should try to aim for $1-$2k instead of $4k. I'll try to get as much as I can though lol

wvguy3

Talked to a guy about the white one just now and they'll come down about $1,000 on it give or take which makes me happy lol. Also offered to do a FaceTime walk around so I'm not being surprised by anything at all if I decide to get it. The only performance is a k&n filter. It still has the stock air piping. So time to call the bank and see about a loan. Wish me luck.

llDemonll

iTrader: (21)

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/31840192
Skip it. different brake calipers, random parts in the engine bay. I saw both side pics and the first engine pic and didn't look any further

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/29944668
meh. and HOLY SHINING PRODUCT ON THE ENGINE. jesus this place details their cars with armorall on everything....SD car, unless you know the history i'd skip it as it looks fairly modded

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/31062228
not bad. looks stock in terms of the engine aside from exhaust. tail lights, suspension (probably tien springs unfortunately) and wheels seem to be the only mods. different brake rotors too. missing the front undertray

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/30136207
biggest issue are the black trim. you need to find out if those are black body panels or if they were white ones that were painted or what. car is also missing the undertray but seems OK otherwise. most important thing is to find out if the timing belt has been done (definitive answer, not yea we think it has) and budget accordingly. knock another 1k off if you can if the belt hasn't been done. not a bad looking car besides the detail job

wvguy3

Timing belt has been done as well as all fluids and a new clutch on the white one. I asked and he said the black parts were painted that way from the previous owner.

.M.

I'd sort that out first before anything. Wouldn't want any surprises as far as limit, history, score etc etc.

llDemonll

iTrader: (21)

I would knock off more than $1k unless you like the black look

not a bad price, but getting the car all one color is going to require some legwork on your end and sourcing used side skirts and a new rear bumper isn't exactly a walk in the park unless you're wanting to shell out money