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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:38 PM
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Why strip down the evo? Mitsu should do the opposite, give us a ralli-art version evo. Now that would be sweet! wonder how much the rs is going to cost...maybe I can afford that one. I think i just answered my own question
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:40 PM
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Originally posted by dodgerslover
the rs is the same as the "regular" evo except for a.c., radio, ect., right?
Not exactly here is the details. Slow connection and no scanner but here is the mini brochure say.

Details
*4G63 2.0L, DOHC, 16-valve inline-4 engine
271hp@6500rpm
273 lb-ft torque@3500rpm
*Twin-scroll turbocharger
*Front-mount intercooler with intermitten water spray
*Power-to-weight ratio: 11.7
*Front helical and rear clutch-type limited-slip differential
*4-wheel independent suspension
Front inveted struts with forged aluminum conrol arms.
Rear forged aluminum multi-link and forged aluminum cross-member
*Front strut tower brace
*rear upper suspension brace
*4wheel ventilated brembo disc brakes
*17 X 8 ENKEI alloy weels
*235/45ZR1793W Yokohama advan tires
*MOMO wheel
*Recaro racing bucket seats
*Available in Weightless White or Rally Red.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:40 PM
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Should cost less. No A/C, power windows, wing, sunroof (most likely).
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:42 PM
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gay. what a waste, we needed the FQ.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:42 PM
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bad idea

I think this is a bad idea, and sure am glad I bought my evo 8 now.Loos like anybody contemplating this issue should go ahead and get an evo 8 too.they should go upwards with the car, not downgrade.By the time you roll down the window to talk to the chicks admiring your car they will be gone.not good.hehe.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:44 PM
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logically speaking, the rs should be faster in a straight line since it weighs less, right?
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:47 PM
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RS
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:48 PM
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Hopefully the front diff will fit the existing USDM Evo8.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:50 PM
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Originally posted by ez76
Hopefully the front diff will fit the existing USDM Evo8.
They told me it does

Now the question is how much?
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:51 PM
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Hmmm, looks like you guys arn't getting a base RS, but an RS with all the options.
Usually an RS comes without these:
Recaro's, rear seats and door trimmings
Brembo's
17" Wheels
ACD, AYC
AC, Power windows, ABS, Rear wiper.
Funny how the took off the spoiler as everywhere else leave it as standard, (The US is the only place that I know of that has it as an option.)
But it should be interesting because if I were to buy an evo8 RS I would tick the option boxes for the seats, wheels and brembo's anyway.
I would still leave out the ABS and AYC though.
Also you get the choice of two colours, everywhere else it only comes in white (the best colour).
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:58 PM
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They have been selling the RS models in japan for years. It's the same as the GSR versions but without all the luxary items. It was made for people who are going to just strip the car and put aftermarket stuff in it. I don't think it's going to be a big seller in the states, but in japan, the RS are very common. Racing and car stuff in general is such a big part of the economy over here.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 04:59 PM
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Under $27,000 is the ink from the press.

Too bad there missing the boat here.

They need cruise control, Sequential Manual Transmission, and some better aero work, full underbody paneling is the easiest and cheapest ABS plastic to clip un underneath for the best results...

US people want options, not stripped. but It will be fun to run one around the track once or twice, but for anything other than a trailer car.... no thanks.
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 05:03 PM
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This solidifies commitment to the US market and is totally dangling it right out there for SCCA, and rally teams as the perfect starting point. Everyone should be pleased with this as its geared right at the the race only crowd and the True True enthusiasts that might not be able to afford the whole package but would kill to have an EVo (now they can!!) Prolly wont be seeing these sitting on dealer lots much mostly special order sales. Props to
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 05:03 PM
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Originally posted by Yogi_B
Hmmm, looks like you guys arn't getting a base RS, but an RS with all the options.
I guess everyone else gets this:
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Old Nov 4, 2003, 05:04 PM
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oh but look at least it has a CIGARETTE LIGHTER... cause nothin like racing laguna seca and gettin that urge to light one up.....
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