mifesto

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the nissan awd behaves like an awd at very low speed then disengages until it feels slippage.... unfortunately the evo does not. it will behave closer to a FWD (though still sharp handling) until you put the power down, which then it just grips and grips.....

McDougal

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Most people don't read entire posts and instead make a statement on a portion of the post. Stupid. It is very honorable what you seem to be doing.

After you have driven the Evo for a few months it will be interesting to get your thoughts on the Evo compared to the GT-R. In particular, I am curious as to how the handling stacks up. Are you planning to modify the Evo at all? That would make your review all the more interesting. You can get 350-400hp out of an Evo for probably less than the cost of an exhaust for the GT-R. I wonder how a 400hp Evo with upgraded suspensions compares to a GT-R.

Even after modifying the Evo, the GT-R will still be a better and superior car. However, I am curious to see what your opinion is after you consider the price of both machines.

flyguycfi

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We need more people like you in this world.

Trading the GT-R was a great decision. If/when you get an evo X you will still love it. Keep in mind you might want a GSR if you want to get it back to the power of that GT-R. Otherwise the MR will be great.

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STi2EvoX

That's an unfortunate situation, but I think you are doing the right thing. We should all be so lucky to have friends that will sacrifice so much to help in times of need. I hope that everything goes as well as it possibly can for your friend and his family. In any case, I think you will like the X based on what you are looking for. If brand prestige and interior quality aren't of great importance to you, then the handling performance of the X will more than makeup for everything else. Oh, and stop calling it a lancer, lol. It's an EVO! Anyway, good luck with everything, and if you commit to buying the X, let us know how you like it.



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Get a tune IMMEDIATELY after buying the car (and I don't mean the factory reflash, I mean a custom dyno tune). It really wakes the car up, and doesn't cost much at all. Spend a tiny bit more and get a drop in filter and upper intercooler pipe, and you will see gains of ~70+ whp (peak), with even higher gains up top where the stock curve starts to fall off. Granted, this still wont come anywhere even close to GTR power levels, but it will definitely be more fun to drive than it's stock counterpart, not to mention smoother (it gets rid of the misfiring issue that the stock tune tends to suffer from because of how rich the air fuel ratios are). And lastly, the great thing about this setup is that it still retains the stock exhaust for a quiet ride. Hope this helps...

raytrix

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Lets start by not calling this car a Lancer as it kinda's demotes it's awesome name of Evolution. Which is a step up of the rest. Evolution sounds so much more attractive than people saying you drive a Lancer.

EVOVIII200

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+1 I dont even respond to people, there are alot of non enthusiast that don't know the differance, or when they see "Evolution" on a video game. Very nice thing to do for your friend too

Breakaway

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I honestly don't think the MR Touring or GSR will disappoint - if anything, it'll be the perfect car in terms of awd and handling coming from your current beast.

And while you're calling it a Lancer right now, you'll sooner call it an Evo or Evolution when you bring yours home

Jonnyblaze81

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Hope your friend the best of luck. He is lucky to have you as a friend, since what you are doing is very commandable!
Just out of curiosity, why dont you consider a GSR? The reason I ask is that if you eventually decide to do some bolt-ons, you will not be limited by the tranny. There are a few evo x GSR running around making 6++ AWHP, the MR's tranny seem to be a limit once you get it above 4++ AWHP. Im sure that if you get the evo x to 500 AWHP, you might not regret or miss your lass GT-R as much, and will have a faster car.

11secDSM

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I remember your post on NAGTROC (I think that's where it was). You're a great friend! Good luck with the new car and getting back into a GTR in a couple years. I'm definitely considering stepping up into one in the near future.

Sleestack

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Thanks for all the comments guys. Sorry about the "Lancer" faux pas. I really know nothing about Evos except for the fact that I always like them when I see them.

I did plan on doing a tune right away for a hp bump. Even though I think the stock numbers are probably healthier for my license, I 'm used to high hp cars and need a little extra juice. A 70 -100 hp bump would probably be just fine.

I'm really looking forward to the Evo MR and will definitely make some posts on the Evo experience coming from the GT-R. Even though I have primarily driven German cars, my heart has always been with Japanese cars. I'm glad that Nissan and Mitsubishi put two out that really struck a chord with me and my beliefs about what an enthusiast's car should be all about.

Ludikraut

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The X is a great handling car. A little short on power in stock trim, but once you tune it, it becomes a very respectable street car.

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userwave

i don't think you would be happy with an 08+ STi, unless you want to sink money into it , stock it handles like an old lumber wagon.

i think you'd be happy in the short term with an X MR touring, put an exhaust on it and have it tuned and i think it would put you in the same ballpark as your GT-R

macPSU

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+1 on a tune right after you buy it. As far as handling, you will certainly not be disappointed with the Evo X. Handling is what Evos are known for.

kanun

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I wish the best of luck to your friend and his family

I think your goin to love the Evo but I think you should get a black one

Bergen Automotive

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dont think you will be disappointed with the evo at all, you should love it, and as for the touring packadge, if i had the money i would buy it, speed, handling, and a little comfort can never hurt, +1 for the tune, but it will void ur drivetrain warranty, mitsu are idiots about any modifications,