Well one thing’s for sure. They’re discontinued. They’re very rare here in the eastern United States. In my opinion, that’s what makes them special every time I see the Evo X’s. The 8 and 9 is special to me too. I never see those anymore either.
Just picked up a 2012 gsr last week for my birthday. 17k miles, 570whp on e85. Last owner meticulously upgraded, maintained the car and kept all records of it, even the dealer sticker. Such a beast of a car and so far one of my best vehicle purchases.
if you own these in 2023...your a legend!...these cars are not in production anymore but remain in the heart of the legends who have it before it was discontinued...market price for these cars were also skyrocketing....even the base variant of the evo is now a limited edition...
Worth mentioning the Updated timing chain. Earlier ones are more prone to stretch, not sure when it was revised if it was either when the series 2 came out or earlier. But something to keep in mind for anyone buying an earlier model. I found this out the hard way 😂
Yep I was actually meant to mention the timing chain bit somehow missed it. So in 2011 i believe is when they updated it though these still stretch often so it isn't as big of a upgrade as people make it since AK Racing said they do the timing chain on many 2011+ models too. It's mainly a time thing as eventually they'll all stretch but somehow I've been lucky with mine so far
I’m a Evo x MR owner for 5 years now….. 412whp pump gas. I will say this. There’s no car today I would give this up for except a GTR(I can’t afford that Price tag or maintenance). Outside a GTR, Shelby or A HEAVY Hellcat this car stacks up to anything else made today.
MR so assuming it's SST, how is the gearbox after those 5 years? I only plan on daily driving, not abusing it so i just want an idea what to expect if ever
@@Louis-gr4cz I’ve driven it just over 30’000 thousand miles on SST. I got a service maintenance required and had the trans serviced will fresh fluid. Best advice. Stay up on maintenance when is is needed. Don’t slack or push off. Good car enjoy every moment I’m in it but delay maintenance and it will let you know.
@@RyuzeraOfc407 Bigger injectors Boost logic, turbo 3 inch from turbo back, including three inch turbo widemouth. All the necessary precaution measures custom intake, upper lower cooler, 2 1/2 inch intercooler Plus Tune of course. I have a custom manifold, but that is after the tune so I may be due for a few more horses. I just haven’t bothered with a retune due to work a good tune and proper installations could get pretty good power. Biggest problem I found is like the gentleman said in the comments stay up on your maintenance. It pretty much is a baby GTR so you don’t want to let things slide or will compound. Good luck with your sir. My next step is beefing up the transmission. This motor could take a few more horses after that.
Still drive my original owner2011 GSR 4x a week, religious about maintenance and all that and she has never given me any headaches that I couldn’t tackle in my garage. Last tune on stock turbo made 347awhp, still a blast to drive. Have a new manifold and 18k turbo plus fueling in the garage for 2023 just have to nut up and get my hands dirty for a few weekends bc I work slow 😂 Great cars though it would really take a lot for me to sell it after all these years. I keep telling my wife it’s gonna be a classic we cannot get rid of it lol
Wow, what timing for thi video. I just purchased a 2015 Evo Final Edition with 5k miles! It's my biggest investment to date and I CANNOT wait to drive it!!!!
@@JacksonStrain thank you! Also I had a quick question, I am from the United States btw, but when you say to change your fuel filter relays and fluids, what is a fuel filter relay and what fluids are you referring to exactly?
@@raphaelarenas4471 the fuel filter relay and others are in the fuse box in the engine bay, there's a few that should be changed click the link below to see www.akracing.com.au/product/fuel-pump-relay/
@@JacksonStrain I appreciate you replying, and thank you so much for that information. As I am receiving a car that is close to new, and I want to make sure it lasts me a long LONG time. Taking as many protective measures possible! You're the man!
I like the channel, I have learned a lot from you. Keep up the good work. The answer to your video is YES! I will have my Evo X for 10 years soon and daily driver her and I still cannot get enough of her. Doing some serious maintenance currently and bringing her back to brand new condition like when I got her.
Isn’t it interesting that the MR cost more then the GSR at the dealership but then down the line when it comes to resale value the GSR held its value more all thanks to having a MT. By the way I am sure you are aware of this but I thought I might mention it anyway, the GSR was also available with the SST if so desired. Great content once again Jackson👍.
Yeah it's funny isn't it years even before DCT autos were a thing and manual was more common and auto was an extra cost. These days the manufacturers are actually charging extra for a manual option as the auto is more common. And yes my personal Evo X is a GSR with SST (the black one in most of my videos) but it confuses most people when i call it that
@@JacksonStrain Do you know what i reckon would be a very interesting video to make, if i may suggest it ofcourse. If you found somebody who has done a sst to mt swap. A discussion on cost, equipment, time, sourcing parts and problems associated with the swap. I have heard of there being at least 1 in Australia that had this done (probably a few more) i have not come across any workshop who would touch that job with a 60ft shit stick in Australia.
Miss mine!! Had a 2011 I sold a couple years ago. It was such a fun car. I'd definitely buy one again, and I just might when the time is right for me. The values on these is definitely shooting up though!
bought one 5 years ago with 120k km on it. Suffered the whole way through with constant things breaking on it, always something going on, always at the garage. I may have got a lemon, who knows. At least it has a good resell value. Initially bought it for 19k, resold it for 27k, after dumping at least 12k on it. Used the money to get a lexus RC350, couldnt be happier. Way more attention from the ladies with it too, Evo gives off a boy racer kinda vibe, looks weird if youre older like me (35). The lexus it a lot more classy yet sporty.
Ah that sucks to hear I think having a good workshop that knows these well and can sort issues is a must for these cars which is what someone else commented. I do really like the Lexus too
I've owned 3. And 2 8s and 1 9... the X isn't my favorite but I will say I've never had an issue. Ever. The 1st X bought new and put 40k on it in a year and a half. The 2nd I bought with 10k miles after regretting selling the first. Put an ams short block and ets sidewinder. Tracked it almost every weekend balls to the wall. Only oil changes. Traded it after 15k miles. 3rd one bought in 2017, still own. Had 45k miles, now has 118k. Fbo e85 FE car. Stock block, head, and trans. 394whp. Daily this thing and drive the shit out of it. Only changed fluid and upgraded clutch (without the oem going out). Literally no problems with all 3. You had a lemon. What went wrong?
Always makes me laugh when guys are like "oh yeah my car pulls in the chics!" Haha No, it doesn't. Only thing a car pulls in is other guys. Girls don't care what you drive unless you're looking for a shallow women or gold digger, and well, good luck with either one of those.
I was going to get a GR Corolla but now ima stop being a chicken and bite the bullet on a EVO X. Looking to Purchase or finance a stock one. But how is it with just the basic mods exhaust,intake,BOV? Any CEL get thrown?
Such great cars for sure even either minimal mods. You will get a CEL for an intake as you'll need a tune to run an aftermarket style intake, if you don't want to tune it just leave the stock intake as it is great and doesn't rob any power according to tuners until you get a bigger turbo
@Curtis if you're going for sound and looks just get a catback exhaust. But if you're looking for more power then you'd definitely need a tune. Be wary of cheap imitation parts. It's tempting to buy cheap stuff on Ebay (for your civic) but for performance spare no expense. Me, I just want to look and sound cool tbh. Lol
@@JacksonStrain do you think I made a mistake that I ended up just purchasing Swift Springs for my MR? I'm hoping my car will be okay with it.since I couldn't afford the coilovers yet.
Early 4B11T's were prone to timing chain stretch as other comments mentioned. Another issue that the early Evo X GSR (specifically the 2008 model) had was in the trans. The pin in the center diff is known to have the bolt securing it shear, which causes the trans to grenade. The AYC rear diff is also fairly weak, I've had two break on me. And one last thing that probably isn't super common for Australia, but the AYC pump is known to have corrosion-related failures. Mitsubishi have done a 10yr/100k mile warranty extension (in the US) for that component, but we're down to only the 2013-15 model cars still having coverage. The last thing is more of an inconvenience for people, but often times the rod that goes from the key cylinder in the door to the door latch will get disconnected, so you're left unable to get into the car if your battery dies. Oh, and the 2015 models in the US didn't come with Recaro seats due to updated safety regulations. Apparently it was something to do with the airbags.
that rod on key cylinder disconnected on me once when I came back to my car on an airport, battery dead and no way to get in the car. Paid around 100€ for a guy to come out and open it at like 2am. For rear diff situation I just swapped it to Ralliart LSD and changed the diff cover to RS one with bracing, it has been great since then. A bit of ETACS coding was necessary to let the car know it doesn't have AYC anymore but it was fairly straightforward.
Watched your videos two years ago and got an ‘11 mr and it’s one of the best decisions ever. So fun to drive and mines moderately tuned. Heck of a four door car lol. Yes maintenance can more tedious and some repairs are expensive but definitely worth it.
Awesome video on the evo x. I've learnt alot watching this and it's help me in my research for a weekend car. I'm a Honda guy at heart but I grew up with the older evos 1, 3 and 5 when I was a toddler. I love watching the car events you guys have in Australia especially the roll racing. Cheers from New Zealand 👍
ahhh awesome vid brother, you really picked up almost all the details that are necessary for buying it on 2023 and beyond, I really hope to meet you in AUS.
I just crashed tf outta mine, only thing holding the passenger wheel on was the tie rod However: during the crash, barely felt anything and the safety features regarding breakaway and shearing of parts did its job perfectly minimizing what should have been so much worse
Things ive done to get it up to date is the android headunit from sygav a tune decatted the car an upper intercooler pipe and a 3 port car has 400hp. Also changed the rims out wrapped it and just having fun all day long with it.
I am planning to buy an EVO X MR in Germany, and the price does not fall below €30,000. I am trying to find a car in good condition that has not been tuned. Also, there are only 80 of them registered in Germany. I really want to buy it this year. I am also not quite informed about the gearbox and engine failures that I can expect, but I hope that they are not serious failures that can happen.🔰👍
Hey mate good luck on the hunt, hopefully you can find a good one. The issues that happen are all fixable bit can be costly, the most important part is funding a workshop that can rebuild the SST should you have any issues
If you get the SST you should expect failure unless it's been upgraded already. Mine's a 2014 so I get no fork failures but it has a clicky clutch basket so it's only a matter of time before it explodes. :P Still love my Ralliart tho!
@@Akiro0925 yeah they're getting older usually weren't looked after the best from the start, but if you get a manual you can expect to spend a few thousand on upgrading the clutch, cmc, adding a short shifter ect
Amazing video. Thinking of selling my 2010 MR that’s completely stock. 84k miles maintained regularly. I’m turning 38 and gonna be a dad next year. I had sold my 9 ten years ago too. Gonna miss it. Again 😂
I’d highly recommend you to keep the car so that you will be able to teach your child what it’s like to own and drive a real racing car for the road. No lazy family car will turn a child into a gearhead in the future 😉
I was looking for one but couldn’t find one that hadn’t been beaten to shit by a high school drop out or had been modded extensively to the point of being super unreliable. Fun cars if you can find a good one.
I'm looking at one for an 08 MR for 17k with 98k miles on it the guy is moving away and wants to get rid of it. Pretty much stock except a sub and amp (will probably toss the sub and amp) and to send it for paint on the front bumper after being in a hit n run. I think its worth it just trying to get the funds together and hope it's still available when I do.
Hi! So glad I subscribed, I've been wanting to do some work on my GSR interior for a while. Any chance you can point me in the direction of those Final Edition headliners and pillar trims? The forums don't seem to have the part numbers either.
Hey mate thanks for subscribing, I've made a few interior videos over the years probably easiest to go to playlists and I've made one for interiors. I don't have part numbers as I bought them used from a black edition lancer from a car wrecker as they also came in those here in Australia
Oddly, the service intervals are 7500km If you went up the performance route, I'd be doing it every 5000. The stock red display is way easier on the eyes too. Also the Recaro's are Alcantara and leather. Would love to know where you got the door trim/cards upgrades from (in the red MR)
Yeah 5,000 is what most do for that reason especially as they get older The door trims are from a lancer block edition and are very similar to what's in the final edition evo but with red stitching rather than black
I've got a 2008 Mr stock sst trans. it still shifts hard, I service it every 15k and change the engine oil and filter every 3k. X are rare down here in Melbourne. I see alot of lancer with X body kit.
I bought one of this but it's a rebadged from Proton - which is way more cheaper than the original Mitsubishi. The car is called Proton Inspira in Malaysia - kinda the last collab from Proton with Mitsubishi. Google the info, you might interested on doing some contents on this.
We don't have those here in Australia, so we just have the full Mitsubishi range starting with base lancers, upper spec lancers then the Ralliart and the Evolution
My 2007 outlander XLS runs perfectly fine and only costs me less than 1000$ in repairs and that's just with dumb simple repairs like brakes,tires, suspension ,but that's really it and it smokes mopars daily
Jumped the gun and bought a 2015 FE in the states. Came across this video and could not have agreed more with how well Mitsubishi did to give a final sendoff to these cars. This video was well made and definitely ticked all of the pros and cons about owning this thing in 2023 with all of the new cars! You earned yourself a subscriber on this video alone :)
i got my 2010 gsr in 2019 with 96k, now its 108k on the clock. 220awkw with intake, exhaust, and 3 port, drives great. The only thing im worried about is the ABS and ASC light up together, i have scan the car and got C2116 code.
@@JacksonStrain i did some research, found out maybe the inside of the abs pump got stuck. so i just lightly tapped the pump with a hammer, the lights came off. easy fix😂
Seeing a Lancer EX is already cool enough, but seeing a Lancer EVO X is cooler! Here in the Philippines, I have only seen a minimum of 2 EVO X's! One that was red with clean mods and one that was owned by my classmates parents. Seeing EVO's who are High Spec like that is something that will happen either 1-2 a year, since they cost a whopping ₱800,000 here. This is why it's a masterpiece in my eyes...
In my country it’s useless , since the dealer does not supply with oem parts in stock any more , and I have to wait 3-5 month to be make in JP , and not all after market part availability now days in the shelf ready to ship like before
I bought a wrecked EVO X MR 2014 from a guy who actually restored it!! I bought it last September in 2022, 64k miles in ODO, car is tuned by SAM Performance in Dubai, she is tight :)
Would be too hard to get them both either stock or mod for mod and then race them. From experience though I can tell you the MR us much quicker in the 1/4 me even against a higher powered GSR. Mainly due to the launch and the shifts that keep boost. I have done a video comparing the MR to GSR before but it was just comparing their features
@@JacksonStrain I wonder if you’d say the same about the gr Corolla. I live in the states so we don’t get the Yaris. The Yaris is far lighter then both the gr Corolla and evo 10 where as the Corolla and evo are similar in weight. The Corolla is probably more practical but I can’t help but wonder what AWD system is the better system.
miss my evo x, was a great car but when you blow and engine , have a cracked manifold , and cracked turbo housing all at the same time and pay for everything to be replaced 20 +k AUD / fixed there's always a scared feeling in the back of your head and in your heart that if something else goes wrong it fuccccckks you financially and mentally. had to let mine go because of that reason.
Shit I feel this way right now and I'm just dealing with the manifold crack and a p0131 system 1 bank too lean for a year haven't been able to find the issue
looking to up my fitment game, ive got a 2013 MR and was debating spacers and repainting my wheels (they were plastidipped and curbed by prev owner) or upgrading to te37 reps or rpf1's, any advise?
We don't really get the AYC pump issues here so much i think it's more of a snow and salt issue, finding a good workshop is definitely a great tip though
You can't really maintain them but if they fail you can relocate the new one/refurbished with a kit. As Jackson said its the salt that kills them. The pump motor seizes up and the pressure drops. The solenoids can also fail.
@@i.will.pulverize yeah I meant I've put 120,000kms on it the car in total has 210,000kms. We don't have servere winters here but summer does get very hot and it was daily driver through it all. Done just happy laps track days which is basically roll racing and 1,000s of mountain runs, has been driven hard very regularly all of my ownership
More like a sports car that can be used as a family sedan. Doesn't make a good family car though, tiny boot, back seats that don't fold down, firm suspension ect
I guarantee your going to be finding a lot of 5 speeds torn out of lancers in the next few years and tons of evos 6 speeds laying around at those prices.
@@GusMortis better off just rebuilding the stock trans. Plenty of companies do so. Plus they made the car form 2007-2015 so there's a lot of cars always getting wrecked and parted out
I love my mr but have to sell cos of changing jobs and having to take a paycut. But my car is possessed and twice I try to sell it some random oddness happens. First time was a phantom code that caused me to do a full upgrade on the tranny, them now cos I decide to sell it for good it has a mystery tranny sound. Back at the specialty shop for what better be a warranty cover job. Well said about these cars, but what I think is top importance is to find a shop and mechanic you can trust and you know is good with these cars. If you don't have that, then prepare for misery. They can easily slide between being your pride and joy or the bane of your existence.
I'm sorry to hear you have to sell and it sounds like the car is trying to stop you from selling haha. But yes great point about finding a good workshop
@Jackson Strain yeah I suppose it's fine I do however have like a boost hesitation like a little jerk when stepping on it so I haven't done that in a min. Just can't find out what it is... also the p0131 only turns on cel when decelerating or idling never while in boost
@@JacksonStrain i'm pondering to relocate it to the center since some automated parking exit pole camera location can't see number plate on the side....pain in the a**
With that mileage you'll have to do some maintenance and depending on which transmission it could need a rebuild eventually But for example the red one in the video has around that mileage and is still a great car
Well one thing’s for sure. They’re discontinued. They’re very rare here in the eastern United States. In my opinion, that’s what makes them special every time I see the Evo X’s. The 8 and 9 is special to me too. I never see those anymore either.
I have lots around me but still when driving it's rare to see one where as I'll see a bunch of subies everyday
All Evo’s are special
Is see 8s and 9s more often then Xs.
Evo XI coming
@@MoosaIbnever
Just picked up a 2012 gsr last week for my birthday. 17k miles, 570whp on e85. Last owner meticulously upgraded, maintained the car and kept all records of it, even the dealer sticker. Such a beast of a car and so far one of my best vehicle purchases.
Hell yeah that thing would be an animal, definitely got yourself a great car by the sounds of it
How old are you? Just curious
What you pay for it?
Same story but evo x 2013. 500whp. It’s soooo fun
@@ryansuits8456how reliable has it been? Thinking about buying one for my daily next
if you own these in 2023...your a legend!...these cars are not in production anymore but remain in the heart of the legends who have it before it was discontinued...market price for these cars were also skyrocketing....even the base variant of the evo is now a limited edition...
Well said 👏
Thank you I’m a legend
Definitely feels like being a legend when I drive it. I met another Evo on the road only once.
Will the value go up?
Worth mentioning the Updated timing chain.
Earlier ones are more prone to stretch, not sure when it was revised if it was either when the series 2 came out or earlier. But something to keep in mind for anyone buying an earlier model.
I found this out the hard way 😂
Yep I was actually meant to mention the timing chain bit somehow missed it.
So in 2011 i believe is when they updated it though these still stretch often so it isn't as big of a upgrade as people make it since AK Racing said they do the timing chain on many 2011+ models too.
It's mainly a time thing as eventually they'll all stretch but somehow I've been lucky with mine so far
@@JacksonStrain Mine is a late 2011 and it had the old style chain. I had to update it so I assume it was 2012 and later with the revised chain.
I have a 2008 mr with 49,500miles and after 15 years i still like it a lot.
Dang man! I got an 2008 MR too and I got 117k😂
@@cadenevans3117 was for many year not my daily driver i just started using it again 3 years ago. So the miles have gone up.
My mr has 80k miles on mine. i love it
@@cadenevans3117I also have an 2008 MR 😂 108k miles
I'm at 185,000kms (115,000 miles) and 8.5 years into owning mine and still love it as much as ever.
Great to hear how much you guys enjoy yours too
growing up around rally cars the evo always got my attention, think ill buy one soon
They're great cars for sure
I’m a Evo x MR owner for 5 years now….. 412whp pump gas. I will say this. There’s no car today I would give this up for except a GTR(I can’t afford that Price tag or maintenance). Outside a GTR, Shelby or A HEAVY Hellcat this car stacks up to anything else made today.
I'm with you on that there's nothing I could replace it with either unless I more than double the sale price
MR so assuming it's SST, how is the gearbox after those 5 years? I only plan on daily driving, not abusing it so i just want an idea what to expect if ever
@@Louis-gr4cz I’ve driven it just over 30’000 thousand miles on SST. I got a service maintenance required and had the trans serviced will fresh fluid. Best advice. Stay up on maintenance when is is needed. Don’t slack or push off. Good car enjoy every moment I’m in it but delay maintenance and it will let you know.
Whats your mods? 412whp is kinda nuts
@@RyuzeraOfc407
Bigger injectors
Boost logic, turbo
3 inch from turbo back, including three inch turbo widemouth.
All the necessary precaution measures custom intake, upper lower cooler, 2 1/2 inch intercooler
Plus Tune of course.
I have a custom manifold, but that is after the tune so I may be due for a few more horses. I just haven’t bothered with a retune due to work a good tune and proper installations could get pretty good power. Biggest problem I found is like the gentleman said in the comments stay up on your maintenance. It pretty much is a baby GTR so you don’t want to let things slide or will compound. Good luck with your sir. My next step is beefing up the transmission. This motor could take a few more horses after that.
Still drive my original owner2011 GSR 4x a week, religious about maintenance and all that and she has never given me any headaches that I couldn’t tackle in my garage. Last tune on stock turbo made 347awhp, still a blast to drive. Have a new manifold and 18k turbo plus fueling in the garage for 2023 just have to nut up and get my hands dirty for a few weekends bc I work slow 😂
Great cars though it would really take a lot for me to sell it after all these years. I keep telling my wife it’s gonna be a classic we cannot get rid of it lol
Great to hear how well ots been treating you but it seems it's all about how you treat it too.
You're going to love the extra power 👌
I bought a 2010 GSR with 104k miles a couple months back. Fixed a few things and happy to say im glad I did.
I've had mine 9 years and I still love it. 99 percent stock too.
I'm heading into 9 years with mine too, such great cars
Still have my 2011 GSR! 13 years already?!
Wow, what timing for thi video. I just purchased a 2015 Evo Final Edition with 5k miles! It's my biggest investment to date and I CANNOT wait to drive it!!!!
Massive congratulations on the FE you're going to love it
@@JacksonStrain thank you! Also I had a quick question, I am from the United States btw, but when you say to change your fuel filter relays and fluids, what is a fuel filter relay and what fluids are you referring to exactly?
@@raphaelarenas4471 the fuel filter relay and others are in the fuse box in the engine bay, there's a few that should be changed click the link below to see
www.akracing.com.au/product/fuel-pump-relay/
@@raphaelarenas4471 as for fluids, engine oil, coolant, power steering, brake, diff and transfer case ect
@@JacksonStrain I appreciate you replying, and thank you so much for that information. As I am receiving a car that is close to new, and I want to make sure it lasts me a long LONG time. Taking as many protective measures possible! You're the man!
I like the channel, I have learned a lot from you. Keep up the good work. The answer to your video is YES! I will have my Evo X for 10 years soon and daily driver her and I still cannot get enough of her. Doing some serious maintenance currently and bringing her back to brand new condition like when I got her.
Thanks mate also coming up on ten years ownership and still love it
Isn’t it interesting that the MR cost more then the GSR at the dealership but then down the line when it comes to resale value the GSR held its value more all thanks to having a MT. By the way I am sure you are aware of this but I thought I might mention it anyway, the GSR was also available with the SST if so desired. Great content once again Jackson👍.
Yeah it's funny isn't it years even before DCT autos were a thing and manual was more common and auto was an extra cost. These days the manufacturers are actually charging extra for a manual option as the auto is more common.
And yes my personal Evo X is a GSR with SST (the black one in most of my videos) but it confuses most people when i call it that
@@JacksonStrain Do you know what i reckon would be a very interesting video to make, if i may suggest it ofcourse. If you found somebody who has done a sst to mt swap. A discussion on cost, equipment, time, sourcing parts and problems associated with the swap. I have heard of there being at least 1 in Australia that had this done (probably a few more) i have not come across any workshop who would touch that job with a 60ft shit stick in Australia.
Because when the SST Brake costs a lot of money
Miss mine!! Had a 2011 I sold a couple years ago. It was such a fun car. I'd definitely buy one again, and I just might when the time is right for me. The values on these is definitely shooting up though!
Yeah they definitely still hold their own in value and best to get one before they do shoot back up too high
bought one 5 years ago with 120k km on it. Suffered the whole way through with constant things breaking on it, always something going on, always at the garage. I may have got a lemon, who knows. At least it has a good resell value. Initially bought it for 19k, resold it for 27k, after dumping at least 12k on it.
Used the money to get a lexus RC350, couldnt be happier. Way more attention from the ladies with it too, Evo gives off a boy racer kinda vibe, looks weird if youre older like me (35). The lexus it a lot more classy yet sporty.
Ah that sucks to hear I think having a good workshop that knows these well and can sort issues is a must for these cars which is what someone else commented.
I do really like the Lexus too
I've owned 3. And 2 8s and 1 9... the X isn't my favorite but I will say I've never had an issue. Ever. The 1st X bought new and put 40k on it in a year and a half. The 2nd I bought with 10k miles after regretting selling the first. Put an ams short block and ets sidewinder. Tracked it almost every weekend balls to the wall. Only oil changes. Traded it after 15k miles. 3rd one bought in 2017, still own. Had 45k miles, now has 118k. Fbo e85 FE car. Stock block, head, and trans. 394whp. Daily this thing and drive the shit out of it. Only changed fluid and upgraded clutch (without the oem going out). Literally no problems with all 3. You had a lemon. What went wrong?
Always makes me laugh when guys are like "oh yeah my car pulls in the chics!" Haha No, it doesn't. Only thing a car pulls in is other guys. Girls don't care what you drive unless you're looking for a shallow women or gold digger, and well, good luck with either one of those.
Proud owner of 2012 Evo X GSR, I have her more on the Factory Fresh side of things! HKS Exhaust and Turbo Smart BOV. LOVE MY EVO TO THE DAY!!!
I was going to get a GR Corolla but now ima stop being a chicken and bite the bullet on a EVO X. Looking to Purchase or finance a stock one. But how is it with just the basic mods exhaust,intake,BOV? Any CEL get thrown?
Such great cars for sure even either minimal mods.
You will get a CEL for an intake as you'll need a tune to run an aftermarket style intake, if you don't want to tune it just leave the stock intake as it is great and doesn't rob any power according to tuners until you get a bigger turbo
@Curtis if you're going for sound and looks just get a catback exhaust. But if you're looking for more power then you'd definitely need a tune. Be wary of cheap imitation parts. It's tempting to buy cheap stuff on Ebay (for your civic) but for performance spare no expense. Me, I just want to look and sound cool tbh. Lol
@@groove775 not looking for looks i want to leave it stock. I do want an exhaust and to hear some blow off noise. From the cabin
Excellent breakdown of these two types. My X FE is still stock power wise but only upgraded my Coils to get rid of the Monster Truck Gap.
Thanks mate, yeah coils are a must have imo really does enhance the handling that bit more
They aren't bad stock. Mine only had boost controller, ets intake and intercooler pipe, and a tune. Made 310whp 330wtq with a pro tune. Car rips
@@JacksonStrain do you think I made a mistake that I ended up just purchasing Swift Springs for my MR? I'm hoping my car will be okay with it.since I couldn't afford the coilovers yet.
Early 4B11T's were prone to timing chain stretch as other comments mentioned. Another issue that the early Evo X GSR (specifically the 2008 model) had was in the trans. The pin in the center diff is known to have the bolt securing it shear, which causes the trans to grenade. The AYC rear diff is also fairly weak, I've had two break on me. And one last thing that probably isn't super common for Australia, but the AYC pump is known to have corrosion-related failures. Mitsubishi have done a 10yr/100k mile warranty extension (in the US) for that component, but we're down to only the 2013-15 model cars still having coverage. The last thing is more of an inconvenience for people, but often times the rod that goes from the key cylinder in the door to the door latch will get disconnected, so you're left unable to get into the car if your battery dies.
Oh, and the 2015 models in the US didn't come with Recaro seats due to updated safety regulations. Apparently it was something to do with the airbags.
Good info there thanks mate
that rod on key cylinder disconnected on me once when I came back to my car on an airport, battery dead and no way to get in the car. Paid around 100€ for a guy to come out and open it at like 2am. For rear diff situation I just swapped it to Ralliart LSD and changed the diff cover to RS one with bracing, it has been great since then. A bit of ETACS coding was necessary to let the car know it doesn't have AYC anymore but it was fairly straightforward.
Watched your videos two years ago and got an ‘11 mr and it’s one of the best decisions ever. So fun to drive and mines moderately tuned. Heck of a four door car lol. Yes maintenance can more tedious and some repairs are expensive but definitely worth it.
That's awesome to hear glad the videos helped make the decision and its one you are happy with.
Honestly comments like this mean alot
@@JacksonStrain I follow you on yt,fb and ig. Definitely an appreciated member of the evo x family! Love what you got going on!
Got my 2014 MR back in September with 87k. It’s my daily and treating me good so far. Dyno day on January 9th!
Hell yeah are you getting any parts added for the dyno day?
How much power u making
@laloarmanta_ how much you pay im looking at 14 mr with 80k with work upgrades he wants 35k
Awesome video on the evo x. I've learnt alot watching this and it's help me in my research for a weekend car. I'm a Honda guy at heart but I grew up with the older evos 1, 3 and 5 when I was a toddler. I love watching the car events you guys have in Australia especially the roll racing. Cheers from New Zealand 👍
Thanks mate much appreciated
ahhh awesome vid brother, you really picked up almost all the details that are necessary for buying it on 2023 and beyond, I really hope to meet you in AUS.
Thanks so much bro
I just crashed tf outta mine, only thing holding the passenger wheel on was the tie rod
However: during the crash, barely felt anything and the safety features regarding breakaway and shearing of parts did its job perfectly minimizing what should have been so much worse
Oh wow I'm so sorry to hear that but am glad the car kept you safe and not too injured.
Cars can always be replaced but you and your health cannot
I’m looking for a wrecked Evo X.. you interested in selling it ?
@@68-And-I-Owe-You-NONE it actually just sold at auction on Tuesday
How did you crash? Driving like a bozo?
Had a crush on this back when the FE came out here in the states… I think I want one now.
I hope you can find the right one to buy soon then as they're great cars
I bought an evo x sst before 3 months with only 23000 real km! It's a f&^$# awesome car!!!!!
What a pick up 👌
Things ive done to get it up to date is the android headunit from sygav a tune decatted the car an upper intercooler pipe and a 3 port car has 400hp.
Also changed the rims out wrapped it and just having fun all day long with it.
You've done well, added your own touches, upped the power and are just enjoying the car.. that's what I like to hear
I drove lancer glxd patrol 2002 model till last six month, I luv u lancer 💋
14 yrs of lancer exp
My AYC pump died at 20k miles but I live in the UK where there's lots of salt. Had to replace it and pay a specialist to bleed the fluid.
Yeah I've heard that's a common issue for you guys with snow
I'm grabbing a final edition on July and im so hyped to get it
Hell yeah that's a great car to hold onto once you get it
2013 MR with 39k miles, rare leather recaro seats..drives great and definitely a collectable if regularly seeviced.
I am planning to buy an EVO X MR in Germany, and the price does not fall below €30,000. I am trying to find a car in good condition that has not been tuned. Also, there are only 80 of them registered in Germany. I really want to buy it this year. I am also not quite informed about the gearbox and engine failures that I can expect, but I hope that they are not serious failures that can happen.🔰👍
Hey mate good luck on the hunt, hopefully you can find a good one.
The issues that happen are all fixable bit can be costly, the most important part is funding a workshop that can rebuild the SST should you have any issues
If you get the SST you should expect failure unless it's been upgraded already. Mine's a 2014 so I get no fork failures but it has a clicky clutch basket so it's only a matter of time before it explodes. :P Still love my Ralliart tho!
@@Akiro0925 yeah they're getting older usually weren't looked after the best from the start, but if you get a manual you can expect to spend a few thousand on upgrading the clutch, cmc, adding a short shifter ect
Amazing video. Thinking of selling my 2010 MR that’s completely stock. 84k miles maintained regularly. I’m turning 38 and gonna be a dad next year. I had sold my 9 ten years ago too. Gonna miss it. Again 😂
I'm sure it can be a pretty cool dad car too though 🤷♂️
But yeah I completely understand
I’d highly recommend you to keep the car so that you will be able to teach your child what it’s like to own and drive a real racing car for the road. No lazy family car will turn a child into a gearhead in the future 😉
I was looking for one but couldn’t find one that hadn’t been beaten to shit by a high school drop out or had been modded extensively to the point of being super unreliable. Fun cars if you can find a good one.
Yeah getting harder and harder to find nice ones it seems
I'm looking at one for an 08 MR for 17k with 98k miles on it the guy is moving away and wants to get rid of it. Pretty much stock except a sub and amp (will probably toss the sub and amp) and to send it for paint on the front bumper after being in a hit n run. I think its worth it just trying to get the funds together and hope it's still available when I do.
Just purchased a wicked white GSR last year 🔥 I would do it again
Congrats hope she treats you well
appreciate hearing the insights of a real owner :)
Thanks mate, coming up to 10 years of owning mine now and 3 or so years that we've had my wifes which is the red one in the video
Hi! So glad I subscribed, I've been wanting to do some work on my GSR interior for a while. Any chance you can point me in the direction of those Final Edition headliners and pillar trims? The forums don't seem to have the part numbers either.
Hey mate thanks for subscribing, I've made a few interior videos over the years probably easiest to go to playlists and I've made one for interiors.
I don't have part numbers as I bought them used from a black edition lancer from a car wrecker as they also came in those here in Australia
Oddly, the service intervals are 7500km
If you went up the performance route, I'd be doing it every 5000.
The stock red display is way easier on the eyes too.
Also the Recaro's are Alcantara and leather.
Would love to know where you got the door trim/cards upgrades from (in the red MR)
Yeah 5,000 is what most do for that reason especially as they get older
The door trims are from a lancer block edition and are very similar to what's in the final edition evo but with red stitching rather than black
I've got a 2008 Mr stock sst trans. it still shifts hard, I service it every 15k and change the engine oil and filter every 3k. X are rare down here in Melbourne. I see alot of lancer with X body kit.
Good to hear yours is still going strong, lots of NA lancer Evo X look cars here too but also lots of Evos too
I bought one of this but it's a rebadged from Proton - which is way more cheaper than the original Mitsubishi. The car is called Proton Inspira in Malaysia - kinda the last collab from Proton with Mitsubishi. Google the info, you might interested on doing some contents on this.
We don't have those here in Australia, so we just have the full Mitsubishi range starting with base lancers, upper spec lancers then the Ralliart and the Evolution
My 2007 outlander XLS runs perfectly fine and only costs me less than 1000$ in repairs and that's just with dumb simple repairs like brakes,tires, suspension ,but that's really it and it smokes mopars daily
Hell yeah good to hear she's treating you well
Yes sir and my '14 Evo x MR is doing wonders as well.after watching your videos I've switched over to adding the Evo to the collection
@@indrarush91 legend, love to hear it
Aye bro what you think of a stelvio or guilia QV?@@JacksonStrain
Cuz I'm thinking of adding one to my evo 440
Jumped the gun and bought a 2015 FE in the states. Came across this video and could not have agreed more with how well Mitsubishi did to give a final sendoff to these cars.
This video was well made and definitely ticked all of the pros and cons about owning this thing in 2023 with all of the new cars! You earned yourself a subscriber on this video alone :)
Thanks so much I appreciate the feedback.
And massive congrats on the FE would love to own one too
i got my 2010 gsr in 2019 with 96k, now its 108k on the clock. 220awkw with intake, exhaust, and 3 port, drives great.
The only thing im worried about is the ABS and ASC light up together, i have scan the car and got C2116 code.
Can sometimes be a sensor to cause that which is a much cheaper thing to fix
@@JacksonStrain i did some research, found out maybe the inside of the abs pump got stuck. so i just lightly tapped the pump with a hammer, the lights came off. easy fix😂
@@nicohoshino692 hahaha well that's as good as it gets for a cheap easy fix
I've got a stock '12 GSR. Just hit 100k. Only owner. I'm never getting rid of her
That's what I like to hear
Just picked up a 09 MR with 45k km 3 weeks go, it's my second one. I don't regret anything.
Hell yeah congrats
Every video of Evos keep the interest and support going just a little bit longer.
Agreed plenty of people still need to experience these cars
Love my mr. Going to go Syvecs ecu and 2.0 build soon, aiming for just under 400kw.
Ooh that sounds spicy
@Jackson Strain yea man can't wait!
@Jackson Strain BTW did u get a second hand transfer case a while back or build had it built?
@@DTLaw00 I got a second hand one, next time I'll be getting a built Billet one
Seeing a Lancer EX is already cool enough, but seeing a Lancer EVO X is cooler! Here in the Philippines, I have only seen a minimum of 2 EVO X's! One that was red with clean mods and one that was owned by my classmates parents. Seeing EVO's who are High Spec like that is something that will happen either 1-2 a year, since they cost a whopping ₱800,000 here. This is why it's a masterpiece in my eyes...
Thanks for sharing!
08 mr with 102 thou on it... gonna rebuild everyrhing...my dream car... in memory of my ma
Sorry for your loss and glad you are going to build it in her honour
In my country it’s useless , since the dealer does not supply with oem parts in stock any more , and I have to wait 3-5 month to be make in JP , and not all after market part availability now days in the shelf ready to ship like before
Sheesh man that sucks, what country are you from?
@@raphaelarenas4471 I live in Middle East , Kuwait 🇰🇼
Ah damn that sucks to hear
Im planning to save up for an evo x. Wish me luck🙏🙏
Good luck!
I bought a wrecked EVO X MR 2014 from a guy who actually restored it!! I bought it last September in 2022, 64k miles in ODO, car is tuned by SAM Performance in Dubai, she is tight :)
Sounds like you got a great car 🙂
@@JacksonStrain it is 👌😍
I have a 2011 MR with 56.00 mi. on it . Fully loaded in super clean cond. Wonder what I could get for it?
Definitely would go for some decent money to the right buyer
Hi great video can you please do a video on the side by side performance on both MR and GSR like a quarter mile drag race?
Would be too hard to get them both either stock or mod for mod and then race them.
From experience though I can tell you the MR us much quicker in the 1/4 me even against a higher powered GSR.
Mainly due to the launch and the shifts that keep boost.
I have done a video comparing the MR to GSR before but it was just comparing their features
I was thinking of getting en evo, but that interior was a big no for me... love the rest of the car.
It's not too bad and can't be modernised a bit
I wonder how the Evo 10 stacks up against something like the GR Corolla.
Would be a great two car garage imo, I actually prefer the GR Yaris though personally
@@JacksonStrain I wonder if you’d say the same about the gr Corolla. I live in the states so we don’t get the Yaris. The Yaris is far lighter then both the gr Corolla and evo 10 where as the Corolla and evo are similar in weight. The Corolla is probably more practical but I can’t help but wonder what AWD system is the better system.
miss my evo x, was a great car but when you blow and engine , have a cracked manifold , and cracked turbo housing all at the same time and pay for everything to be replaced 20 +k AUD / fixed there's always a scared feeling in the back of your head and in your heart that if something else goes wrong it fuccccckks you financially and mentally. had to let mine go because of that reason.
What caused your motor failure ?
@@jmizzonini previous owner cowboy tune, trying to run 30+ psi on stock turbo.
Ah man that sucks so much I'm sorry to hear that, definitely enough to turn anyone off the car
Shit I feel this way right now and I'm just dealing with the manifold crack and a p0131 system 1 bank too lean for a year haven't been able to find the issue
looking to up my fitment game, ive got a 2013 MR and was debating spacers and repainting my wheels (they were plastidipped and curbed by prev owner) or upgrading to te37 reps or rpf1's, any advise?
I'd go the RPF1s, better fitment than stock wheels and super light weight.
Not a big fan of reps personally
I’ve got an AWD black Lancer SE. I want an EVO so badly!
Would be a logical upgrade for sure
as someone who owns a base lancer yes i wish i had an evo 😭😭😂
Hope you can get one someday
Talk about the ayc pump, how do u manage to maintain it plus any garage recommaditions
We don't really get the AYC pump issues here so much i think it's more of a snow and salt issue, finding a good workshop is definitely a great tip though
You can't really maintain them but if they fail you can relocate the new one/refurbished with a kit. As Jackson said its the salt that kills them. The pump motor seizes up and the pressure drops. The solenoids can also fail.
get it coated with an anti rust / salt protectant!
These old timers are the only good affordables 😢❤
All I do is watch Evo videos and I've owned one since 2013
Haha same here that's why I started the channel
Owner of a 2008 evo x MR going for 10 years
Hell yeah heading unto 9 years with my 2008 also
Nice cars....what size wheels are on these cars?
18x9.5 +22 on the red
18x10.5 +15 on the white
2010 evo mr with 188k miles still strong also 99% stock
Sounds like you're treating each other well
Amazing car, but i would not want this if i could only have 1
Hang on. Why buy one and only drive it arlund for a year or 2? Ive had mine for 12 years. 150,XXX miles on it and still loving it
I've had mine for 10 years and 120,000 kms on it, but some people like to change cars up more often for some weird reason haha
@JacksonStrain that's roughly half the miles I've got. Any track days? How about severe winters? Or summers?
@@i.will.pulverize yeah I meant I've put 120,000kms on it the car in total has 210,000kms.
We don't have servere winters here but summer does get very hot and it was daily driver through it all.
Done just happy laps track days which is basically roll racing and 1,000s of mountain runs, has been driven hard very regularly all of my ownership
I buy proton inspira and convert to evo x..👍👍👍
Yes, yes you should
You know what's up 👌
@JacksonStrain been loving my Evo X every second since I bought it. Absolutely stunning and amazing car.
I really like them but I wouldn't call them a sports car... It's a family sedan that just happens to go really really fast. 🙂
More like a sports car that can be used as a family sedan.
Doesn't make a good family car though, tiny boot, back seats that don't fold down, firm suspension ect
@@JacksonStrain Touché
I guarantee your going to be finding a lot of 5 speeds torn out of lancers in the next few years and tons of evos 6 speeds laying around at those prices.
The Evo only comes with a 5 speed unfortunately.
But no I don't think so as the lancer trans wouldn't handle the power
@@JacksonStrain could you rebuild a lancer trans to handle it? As the parts pool dwindles, other options will have to be explored.
@@GusMortis better off just rebuilding the stock trans. Plenty of companies do so.
Plus they made the car form 2007-2015 so there's a lot of cars always getting wrecked and parted out
You should buy an Evo,no time like the present new year 👍
Well said 👏
I love my mr but have to sell cos of changing jobs and having to take a paycut. But my car is possessed and twice I try to sell it some random oddness happens. First time was a phantom code that caused me to do a full upgrade on the tranny, them now cos I decide to sell it for good it has a mystery tranny sound. Back at the specialty shop for what better be a warranty cover job.
Well said about these cars, but what I think is top importance is to find a shop and mechanic you can trust and you know is good with these cars. If you don't have that, then prepare for misery. They can easily slide between being your pride and joy or the bane of your existence.
I'm sorry to hear you have to sell and it sounds like the car is trying to stop you from selling haha.
But yes great point about finding a good workshop
I've had a p0131 code for a year now, changed 02 sensor, maf sensor, boost leak test and still can't find it. The car is a headache
Ah that sucks does it still run fine?
@Jackson Strain yeah I suppose it's fine I do however have like a boost hesitation like a little jerk when stepping on it so I haven't done that in a min. Just can't find out what it is... also the p0131 only turns on cel when decelerating or idling never while in boost
@@coleheyer8158 you could give cleaning the injectors a try
@@JacksonStrain I'll definitely give it a shot
i notice the white car has front number plate.....any problem with it?
That's where they come on the cars in Australia.
Some then choose to get a side mount bracket and some leave it in the centre
@@JacksonStrain i'm pondering to relocate it to the center since some automated parking exit pole camera location can't see number plate on the side....pain in the a**
Moving to cali from nyc so i need a car. Im getting this
You'll love it, I hope you can find the right one
Yes… haven’t even finished watching… so yes again.
Legend thanks
what headlights are on the red 08? thanks!
They're OEM HID headlights with the internals painted black
And red demon eyes added
@@JacksonStrain thanks!
I have a 2008 gsr that I wouldn't trade it for anything
Definitely hold onto it
Is it worth buying a Evo with 130k miles 2013?
With that mileage you'll have to do some maintenance and depending on which transmission it could need a rebuild eventually
But for example the red one in the video has around that mileage and is still a great car
I’m trying to purchase one with 130k for about 23k-25k US dollars.
Anything I should look out for?
i would say yes but a gsr only
Why GSR over other trims?
I mean I definitely prefer the MR but really both are great cars and I really like that people have the choice in the two transmissions
Back then I would agree. But now MR is king 👑
You all wanted ya VWs and BMs now weve pretty much lost cars like this such a shame.
I would if its stock, low miles and manual.
They're still out there gotta keep an eye out o guess
For how much I've spent on my Ralliart, maybe I should have just bought an Evo... 🤪
Hahaha
Ivstill luv to buy it
I’m trading in my 2022 wrx limited for a EVO
Nice let me know what you think once you've made the swap
where do i find em
There's lots in Australia
I have 3 evo.... ❤❤❤
give me one!
What steering wheel is in the white evo ?
They both have wheels from Carbon Customs in Australia
@@JacksonStrain awesome, thank you 👍👍
Anyone wanna buy a low mileage one owner 14” gsr making 900+whp
I wish haha.
I'm sure someone would snap it up though
Team red 🚗👇
Интересно, спасибо
Thanks
lancer gang 🔥🔥🔥
The best gang
Just mitsubishi ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Only if it keeps the mitsubishi motor, not the Renault motor...
It has the 4b11t they aren't making a new one but yes if they do it will likely he either and EV or renault powered
The answer is yes 😂
Always haha
Just bought a gsr for 8k
Wow that's crazy, you're looking at around 40k at the cheapest in Australia
@@JacksonStrain The body isn't in the greatest condition and its 2 different colors but its runs beautifully!
@@ethanmichaels8636 sounds like a dream project car then I would have also snapped that up
Biggest issue is the parts. Mitsubishi wont continue to support the platform.
Yeah that's a good point, still plenty of cars to get parts from and companies making aftermarket ones though luckily
i had a wannabe evo lol
Time for a real one?
very difficult to find one@@JacksonStrain
no. easy answer. because I need them all. fr though they have a lot of issues and get yer wallet ready.
Haha that can definitely be the case