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Old Dec 14, 2003, 11:41 AM
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well..the eclipse would be like a smaller evo but i doubt the car would be anywhere near as balanced as the evo. the eclipse is an ok car, the evo is just beautiful because of its legacy..its an awd 4door that womps on competitors. the eclipse is like.. "meh". i can see that the drivetrain would probably be the only thing inspired..even then, the balancing of the car would not make this that great. no place for it on the track, probably meant for drag racing...
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Doesnt look like there is too much in common from the looks of it.
Old Dec 17, 2003, 02:32 PM
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More Eclipse Info and Pick-Up Truck Rendering

Below is the link to 's press release regarding the concepts to be shown at Detroit in January.

The Eclipse concept will have a 268hp 3.8l V6 MIVEC engine supplemented with a 150kw electric motor... and it is 4-wheel drive!

The Dodge Dakota based pick-up truck looks... well... I'll have to see it in person.

http://media.mitsubishi-motors.com/p...detail950.html
Old Dec 18, 2003, 08:35 AM
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NO TURBO? ELECTRIC MOTOR?????
Old Dec 18, 2003, 08:41 AM
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Doubt that is coming out, why would mitsu. bring another car to market that would compete directly with one in their lineup? Doesn't make much sense, on the other hand if they do, I love the body lines of the concept
Old Dec 18, 2003, 10:12 AM
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MIVEC

Originally posted by Creamo3
Doubt that is coming out, why would mitsu. bring another car to market that would compete directly with one in their lineup? Doesn't make much sense, on the other hand if they do, I love the body lines of the concept
If the MIVEC 6G75 (3.8l V6) in the concept is an actual working concept engine, it is conceivable that it could even be a pre-production engine. (Lots of speculation here... )
If this is the case, it is quite likely we may see a top-line 4G Eclipse with a 6G75 MIVEC in it. As with the 4G69 (2.4l I-4), the MIVEC should add more power along with the alrady superb torque.
Lets hope...
Old Dec 22, 2003, 06:31 PM
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Thats not it is it??
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Old Dec 22, 2003, 06:32 PM
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Old Dec 24, 2003, 01:42 PM
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Move over EVO here comes 05 Eclipse!

Notice the rear differential and power buldges on the hood!!!

http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=6345

I can just imagine all of the EVO trade-ins flooding the dealerships in the next few months.

Now I am running for cover!
Old Dec 24, 2003, 01:47 PM
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yeah..sure. You'll also see STi's flooding the dealership...and SRT4's...wait, the M3s as well!!
Old Dec 24, 2003, 01:49 PM
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Why not make the Eclipse AWD w/4G63 again? That NA V6 and FWD platform has got to go.
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LOLOLOLOL, gotta love the ugly looking nasty pontiac rip off 'power bulges'. And then the 350z back end.........worst mix ever, back looks decent but the front with those Fugly power bulges destroy the car...

Would never trade in a rally bred car for some Eclipse.
Old Dec 24, 2003, 01:51 PM
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I kinda looks like the 2003 Hyiandi Tiburon
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I dont think it'll be worth it if it doesn't come with turbo or supercharger!!
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I hope they do something with that car cuz that last gen was the worst car ever.....I had one for a rental and it was worse than a Focus.......and the worst blind spots I've ever experienced. I'm with you guys......hoping for a return of the GS-X !!!!!


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