Regular Car Reviews: 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

The Evo IX is, or was, the Subaru STi's natural predictor. The problem comes from people thinking that EVO's are just a durable as STi's...they're not.

[@BudStudmuffin]

I love that there are an infinite amount of RCR episodes. No matter how many I watch, there's always more I haven't seen.

[@victorkreig6089]

Never LOOK for an RCR episode, always let the algorithm find you one I've been subbed for 5 years and I still haven't seen all the episodes, you will always get offered an episode you havent seen before if you're patient and don't binge watch The day you run out of new RCR is a day you never want to come

[@seanc6170]

Don't forget that the Evo was the generic villain car in Initial Demerol.

[@admiralrng6506]

*MISHFIRINGU SHISTEM*

[@berkayt5319]

Also Taxi series.

[@ryugatsuchiya9018]

and the only car to defeat the undefeated 86

[@ogaje4944]

@@ryugatsuchiya9018 sti as well

[@ryugatsuchiya9018]

@@ogaje4944 bunta can defeat takumi even in a f ing WagonR. Bunta is too godlike.

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

Now you just need to ride in the Jasmine evo :) now that would be an interesting reaction.

[@Miami1991]

MR Regular would shit his pants mr dude in blue lol

[@paNicRELL]

That would be the day his go pro accidentally showed his face

[@aceleadersg1]

+ThatDudeinBlue hahaha

[@googleboy253]

+ThatDudeinBlue I love that i was thinking that then found that you commented my exact thoughts....

[@rolon-ew5kl]

That would be awesome

[@PatrickStar-kd7ij]

I imagined "Tarmac, Gravel, or Snow" in Jeremy Clarkson's voice lol

[@Meton12765]

Describing Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift as the "Redheaded stepchild of the franchise" is actually the most accurate allegory I've ever heard. It is by far the best of all the F&F movies, mostly because it ditches all the baggage of the previous ones and because it actually has a proper plot, is character driven and has a decent director who understood both the subject matter and target audience. So double +1

[@tashaanlogan6990]

Thank you for this

[@robspear03]

Agree 100%

[@WiscoMTB37]

Ya when I heard him say that I was surprised. The first Fast and Furious and Tokyo drift are the best movies plot wise

[@Eatinbritches]

It's true! Especially when a hot redhead woman is literally as hot as it gets. And all the other fatf movies are shit.

[@Zerofightervi]

The reputation of the Evo is completely different over here in the UK, it's the STI that's regarded as the weaker machine & is unable to take increased power levels without a larger outlay. I think Americans lack something called mechanical sympathy. 'oh it's a rally car so let do full bore launches all day long & then moan when something breaks' I used my Evo IV as my only transport for 6 years & I have regretted selling it every day since. It is a car that needs regular maintenance but the payoff is soooo worth it.

[@somanymods]

I think the reputation is the same over here. as a Subaru owner all I hear is people talking about blown ringlands, spun bearings and exploding wrx 5 speeds. the sti 6 speed does have a reputation for being bulletproof though, maybe that's what he is referring to.

[@Zerofightervi]

somanymods I've always had a bias towards Mitsubishi as my Dad has worked for the importer for most of my life, which also comes in very handy when I need parts, especially when I get them at landed cost :) The pure evil looks of the Evo always attracted me, plus the ability to embarrass cars cost loads more money.

[@niravpatel65]

+Zerofightervi Completely agree, so I am the owner of the Evo in the vid, and I maintain it very rigorously and the car rewards you when you do that! But you are so right, us Americans think we can wail on a car and think everything will be ok. Combine that with the Fast and Furious culture with this car coming to the US in 2003 and you have a bunch of people who modify the car to product +100-200 over stock with no regard to how any of the components will hold up. So from that respect I think Mr. Regular was just hinting that a Subaru would be able handle the abuse better.

[@holtztj]

+niravpatel65 What sort of gauge is that you're using? I like it.

[@niravpatel65]

+evoltzt Drewtech DashDAQ XL + Zeitronix ZT-2 with O2 sensors in front and back

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

Lol I have never in my life heard Subaru WRX STI and reliable in the same sentence.

[@bennsport]

+PowerofMetal247 Funny thing that. I sold my Evo which had very little issues in the 5 years I owned it, bought an STi and in the two months I've owned it I've spent more time fixing stuff than driving it. Hah.

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

+Ben Edwards lol I know someone who had 5 engine rebuilds on a STI which is ridiculous. Don't get me wrong though, they are fun as hell to drive and have the best 4CYL exhaust note.🙌👌

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

+Redslaya I have heard of the STI having issues stock but even a tune will give you problems lol.

[@Prodriver33]

+PowerofMetal247 my subaru just hit 360,000 miles....

[@KyleKick909]

because everyone who owns these cars thinks that they are for drag racing and will launch the car all day from a dead stop while bouncing off the rev limiter.

[@buttfucker69]

Roman rocking this music this episode Damn son

[@simpsonfan13]

+ScoobTEQ Dude's spittin' like goddamn Sheeptar.

[@Streetmastaalex]

+Disco King I do not understand how people like these songs. His fratty-bro voice drives me up a wall

[@buba4267]

Streetmastaalex i give the guy credit for trying. not many can play guitar essentially in front of MILLIONS on KZbin

[@armouredskeptic]

this is the most stock Evo I've ever seen these girls... they don't like to be pounded. they'll give you what you want but in their time. you have to be patient. boost, when she wants, hard turns, on her beat, fast acceleration, only if you stroke her transmission in a pleasing way. this is a car worth owning if you are the kind of driver who knows how to drive and has the patience for her

[@svenskfox]

+Armoured Skeptic You're toeing the fine line between a charming characterisation and a straight up creepy analogy.

[@TechnoCity93]

+Armoured Skeptic I didn't know you were also a car guy.

[@flitter5400]

+Armoured Skeptic Holly hell it is you!! I love your videos!!

[@albertodiazdelgado5634]

+Armoured Skeptic The last place where I thought I would find you. A little break from battling chronical stupidity on the interwebs? Love your videos man, huge fan BTW.

[@MonoManokit]

ayy lmao

[@alek493]

4 Cylinders 3 Diamonds 2 Liters 1 Turbo 10 Reasons why you lost.

[@davidmarocik7506]

clever

[@3a.m.284]

DeviouS says the Subaru driver when Mr evo blows his tranny

[@muchwithamouthdogepool255]

aleks kerkelov but you only have 4 on your list.

[@bustedrav]

Most basic comment award.

[@Orionleslieworkshop]

Damn that was good

[@FPSdaybreaK]

well im guilty of using head n shoulders for crotch purposes

[@ibradeybunch]

daybreaK You only make that mistake once.

[@jerrickbak8604]

all you gotta do i cover the HOLE

[@rick-hj3jg]

FEEL THE BURN

[@s0nnyburnett]

That Solid/Liquid Snake analogy was one of the best things I've heard about the Evo/Sti.

[@CynicalMartian]

Metal Gear Solid reference before the 1 minute mark? I salute you, Mr. Regular

[@Tony-112]

The Cynical Martian loved that bit

[@peterpatrone1952]

Engine is bullet proof. LSD will wear with time. The car is reliable. Little over sold on the poor reliability message in this one.

[@chinchy111]

+Peter Patrone i can confirm this. sold my evo at 70k miles. not a single problem

[@crisissocoylike]

Peter Patrone true. the Mitsubishi Lancer is rated the second most reliable car in Great Britain.

[@niravpatel65]

Hi everyone! First off, thanks to +RegularCars to reviewing the car! I am the owner, so feel free to ask any questions that you may have!

[@RallyLancer95]

Ya still got it?

[@DubiousGamingOnline]

I fucking love evo 9's. Evo 9 is best car.

[@Rentta]

+DubiousGamingOnline I like the styling more than evo x's. For me evo x looks weird with those too narrow/low/dunno how to describe them windows.

[@danielmalolepszy7541]

i fell the same way about every evo

[@danielmalolepszy7541]

feel

[@DubiousGamingOnline]

+Rentta I'm on the same page. I'm sure the Evo X is better in most ways and a blast to drive but it isn't an evo 9.. The 9 is the one you want... The 9 is the one you see and think.. "What's he done to that car... What kind of numbers is that making today"...

[@VerboseSlayer]

+DubiousGamingOnline nah, the JDM evo 4 was where it's at when it comes to evos

[@Digitalstar3]

"I think you remember this from a Top Gear episode" Yeah xD

[@RStandsForRace]

Evo IX SE was the pinnacle of the Evo's evolutions. I always wanted one, but trying to find one in decent shape for a reasonable price has become nearly impossible.

[@seanm996]

The couple of minutes of interior driving footage and chatting to the owner is a good addition to these reviews IMO

[@cupofmozzarella]

"You can't beat on them" Ever heard of the suicide taxi?

[@pauljeitler7678]

"suicide Evo"!

[@TheFluffyWendigo]

I could boil cabbage in the engine bay :P

[@RogueCowTurd]

no but i have heard of a fake taxi

[@milohairs]

That guy is nuts!!

[@MingusDynastyy]

The Liquid and Solid snake comparison is spot on

[@CGoody564]

"people just assume an Evo 9 is like a Subaru because they look like one..." Proceeds to list 3 things that don't actually effect the external design/outward appearance (4 cylinder engines, turbochargers, AWD) :p still a great video. I love your work. It really is informative while being unique and self-aware. I'm glad I found this channel

[@georgeboulter2237]

that head and shoulders joke is so true

[@903strikerunit]

I used clear shampoo once... it burned me

[@shobin05]

that last statement on how cars as a costume, I don't know why but that kinda made me tear up a bit.

[@Millermacs]

Shobin Drogan True

[@Ricken_Backer]

Great review as always Mr.Regular. Love the Metal Gear reference, very fitting with the STi and Evo. If those guys would be cars, those are the ones!

[@dissidentaggressor7325]

I was raised a Mitsu fan. I didn't know about the STI until I was about 8, and, despite, the chronology of these two cars, I always saw the STI as the Joker to Evo's Batman. I'm proud to say this perspective still stands

[@mikecronis]

Bad Luck by Social Distortion unplugged?!

[@RegularCars]

+Mike Cronis Good ear! You're right

[@MrSmurf67]

+RegularCars Yea dude i have noticed your SKA references in your songs as well..... or so i hope

[@segatortoise5455]

I was just gonna say that! it took me a while to realize it was my favorite band from years ago.

[@iamstd2]

As top gear put it, the evo is a car you can drive at the track. The sti is a car you can drive *to* the track.

[@DJMotoVlogs]

The Roman killed it in the end. Stone cold killer.

[@NoBrakes23]

I'm a Subaru fanboy, but I wanted one of these so bad when they came out. The MR is a trim concept more companies should offer. Ditch the wing, ditch the bling.

[@themikester223]

Kinda funny how this video came out today along with the the news on how they are ending the Evo series.

[@americanripper]

+themikester223 they said they were ending the evo a long time ago

[@themikester223]

+americanripper oh never mind then.

[@99ZondaS]

they just announced the evo x final edition

[@americanripper]

+999ZondaS they announced it before MOD in July, they had one in Anaheim

[@americanripper]

+999ZondaS they announced it before MOD in July, they had one in Anaheim

[@LeilaRWilson]

I think this outro rap is my new favorite outro rap. ♥

[@stuna101a]

I wanted this car sooo bad when I was younger. Going to the dealership when I was 17 and looking at a new one for $40,000 and thinking it might as well say $400,000. Knowing it was AWD, turbo, faster then shit and looked amazing with its gun metal grey color and blue calipers. Now I think 300 HP WTF, the shittiest rental car Camaro now has 335hp what was I thinking. But 10 years ago a Z28 Camaro had 240HP so there's that.

[@remigusker6024]

I'd love to see you do an ST185 Celica All-trac.

[@roddydykes7053]

Fucking eh, the better version of my first car (ST184)

[@kanggoo57]

Remigus Ker haha i got the st162 and i love it.

[@PumpUPdaBase]

It's sad. I've always wanted one these as a little kid playing need for speed and gran turismo. Finally when I'm old enough to buy one, there are none in existence that hasnt been poorly modified either that or they want 50k for one. Which is used GT-R money

[@Millermacs]

Racist Bassist Very true

[@grindersandgears3445]

Yeah, I wanted a used WRX/STI or a raliart/EVO for my next DD, but people want way too much money for beat to hell high mileage examples, wound up getting a used Audi instead for way less money with much more luxury and build quality.

[@europlebr3216]

Grinders and Gears Was it a B5 S4?

[@dirtyasianmafia2310]

@@grindersandgears3445 Ye mk4 vag products offer nice luxury for the price. im coming from a 90s econobox to this golf gti so I have limited experience lol

[@bshawn41]

I have watched so many of your car reviews the last few days that my recommended video list is nothing but your car reviews.

[@pianoman3214]

clap your hands for this well sorted Evo 9

[@SeannoG1]

@3:30 I totaled my first car in that intersection lol cool to see my hometown in a video

[@ToyotaCamrySEv]

Nice

[@clintrowland354]

One of the best reviews yet. Keep up the great work

[@bahasad]

roman's rhyming skills are off the chains. 2 thumbs up wood listen again

[@IndyF1FanMarquis]

Gotta say, Mr. Regular is on point about the build quality. I have an '09 Galant, and even though the interior is better sorted/more up to date than an Evo; it screams of cut corners and cheap plastics. But he's right about one other thing as well; if you drive a Mitsubishi, you love it. I've had my car for five years, and it's been a faithful companion for many road trips. I've heard of the reliability problems with Evo's, especially when thrashed, but that's not the case with most Mitsu's built around that time. As long as you drive like you have at least half a brain, they will last. Another good one RCR!

[@infiltr80r]

+Marquis M. Mitsubishi Motors has suffered through financial problems in the past and more often than not, it affects the product quality.

[@IndyF1FanMarquis]

infiltr80r True. It seems Mitsubishi is always on the back foot financially. The late 90's and early 00's were actually an up point for them, and it showed in the number and development of vehicles they were producing. I would say, right now is definitely a down period again with the Evo going away, the Galant already discontinued and the focus on SUV's and the Mirage. Hopefully they can bounce back again before it's too late.

[@Lol10000000000000001]

+Marquis M. "Hopefully they can bounce back again before it's too late" With how the Outlander is a surprisingly good crossover, and how the Mirage exceeded sales expectations twice over, I seriously hope that Mitsubishi doesn't go the way of Suzuki and Isuzu.

[@IndyF1FanMarquis]

ɢᴀᴍᴇʀ ᴅᴜᴅᴇ™ Agreed. That's the surprise of all this downsizing; the vehicles they are focusing on are doing quite well. I guess there is honor in a strategic retreat.

[@RallyLancer95]

My first car was a 2002 Lancer OZ. It's been 5 years and she's at 227k miles now and refuses to die. I seriously can't let go of that little car I love it so. I agree about loving them I have bought nothing but Mitsubishi because of that car. But I admit I do want a Subaru now too.

[@Disrupptive]

The clunk around 6:30 is most likely the rear diff bushings...i'd recommend you replace those lol....also modded wrx/stu, if not modded correctly, are ticking time bombs

[@4g6x67]

Upgraded moustache bar on rear and polyurethane bushings and that goes away. Yes rear diff bushings.

[@MrGoodspeed83]

Another great review as always! Love the REO shout out! RIP Gary Richrath.

[@MrRJDio]

I knew I liked these videos. And then the Speedwagon reference in number five? You have a subscriber, sir!

[@kylesoler4139]

I would definitely have an Evo over a Subaru any day.

[@roddydykes7053]

Do it

[@droman608]

Where I live, used subies cost WAY LESS than an Evo. I refer to STi and same yr too. Mitsu should've made MORE. Currently drive a '15 Lancer.

[@ValenNitto]

+D Roman probably because Mitsubishi stopped selling them so now they're appreciating.

[@rashadvq]

Kyle Soler didn't I see you on Nike's fast cars that look slow video?

[@kylesoler4139]

Yes indeed. lets just say that I get around.

[@jo23bulls]

When is Roman dropping his mixtape??

[@JDF_06]

Your references are on such an aligned frequency with my interests that its insane. LIQUIDDDDDDDD

[@JesusEsDios007]

is this guy serious? that 4g engine is way more reliable than the EJ.

[@dynamo1796]

You wish... EJ20's are bulletproof.

[@playwithcars]

+Chris Goodall Being a subaru owner... Wait till you spin a bearing... Gd luck

[@doodskie999]

+Chris Goodall yeah, except its as thirsty for oil as a rotary on the rx7

[@yadidimeanmaine]

Crank walk is a thing. Also, what percentage of 4G63 powered cars are still daily'd (or at least still running) compared to EJ powered?

[@BensCoffeeRants]

So both unreliable, both reliable? Both don't like to be driven hard or what? :) They should be able to be driven fast, I mean isn't that partly their purpose?

[@aisicanjonjon]

SQUIRREL

[@qwertyferix]

I concur.

[@ifrit35]

+Aisican JonJon 1:40, paused the video. CTRL+F Squi... Ok, unpause video

[@rhok9007]

Which JDM AWD is best JDM AWD ?

[@skyboy19ID]

GT-R, BECAUSE ITS GT-R

[@h4ckantrieb950]

+skyboy19ID just leave

[@detective3728]

+RHOK Hardenup Mitubishi ASX! Oh, wait...

[@_chipchip]

+joecugo You think so? Common where I'm from. They are heavy, and not quick like an evo. Awesome touring cars though. And the looks are sweet!

[@_chipchip]

+RHOK Hardenup Suzuki Alto Works. Just kidding, it's got to be the R32 GTR right?

[@A_Lowly_Gentleman]

Once again an RCR review I can't watch at work without headphones dam it mr regular

[@Darko7]

That was an amazing, by far your best review of the best car yet!

[@FluxReact]

Roman has BARS

[@Milesamanjaro]

+Charles Satterthwaite Nah, what he's saying is accurate.

[@CreightonMiller]

+React Roman soundslike TheSaurus.

[@BensCoffeeRants]

Bite-point sounds like a good way of describing where the clutch catches :) I briefly drove a 2013 EVO I believe, I think it does have better steering feel than the 2013 Subaru WRX STI, which isn't bad just light and electronic. So are Mitsubishi EVOs really less reliable than a Subaru STi?

[@TheLongboarder77]

I laughed all the way through. Your owner profile is spot on...." It will define you while you own it and maybe even afterwards". Brilliant. I'd have another STI or Evo X but when I look at the other owners club members....I think I've outgrown that look. (I live in Europe / UK - so 10 years ago Evos and STIi were as common as Accords)

[@taylorrzepecki2064]

The Metal Gear analogy wins it for me For obvious reasons

[@evolicious]

Ha ha! The Evo communities in California have thoroughly enjoyed this! Thank you for the honestly and slight bit of love Mr. Regular.

[@niravnikunjpatel516]

+EVOLICIOUS There are Evo communities out here? I'm the owner of the car, I just moved to California! Are there people around Silicon Valley?

[@evolicious]

Nirav Nikunj Patel There is! Go to Facebook groups and join up Bay Area Evo Owners and Sacramento Evo Owners. I head SEO (I'm Branton Dark btw), there is Nicene that heads BAEO, Paul with socal evo, and then there is a norcal group Im forgetting about, haha. We have great car meets, tons of awesome people. I'll probably see you around!

[@chinchy111]

+Nirav Nikunj Patel there used to be MOD (Mitsubishi Owners Day). not sure if they still have them or what state

[@McHallfin]

Mr.Regular please when you come to the UK try to find a FQ-400 or FQ-440, over 400hp from the factory (with a warranty), as they where UK only models.

[@TheLeggera]

There's a few here in Australia that people have imported

[@chinchy111]

+McHallfin jackie chan has one

[@eldom20]

+McHallfin I heard the FQ stands for "F*cking Quick"

[@RobbyWonder]

Gotta review the Evo X soon! Lmao! I love your reviews, these are amazing.

[@paulcfurr85]

So weird after watching your channel all this time and then seeing you film cars in my hometown

[@MrStreetballer5Official]

Did you just make a MGS reference? Mr. Regular my sir you have out done yourself this time lol

[@Oddman1980]

I had the chance to drive a 2015 EVO... it was glorious.

[@DeimosPC]

And now you're watching videos on Evos and looking at listings.. I bet you'll have one soon haha. That's how they get you, they let you drive them and bam.. You're in debt.

[@rareinthere]

I stopped the video after 1:22, for just a second, to ask myself this question: What the heck am I watching? And I loved it. Thank you, Mr. Regular and Roman. Thank you for this. I needed this.

[@paulnsx1]

To the owner of the car - you should look at replacing your rear diff and moustache bar bushings as well as your driveshaft carrier bushings (Energy Suspension and Torque Solutions respectively). That will most likely fix the clunk on shifting you experienced. Also look at the shifter linkage bushings (AMS makes a good set of these). I had the same issue on my Evo IX and the diff/moustache/driveshaft combination fixed it. Stockers are rubber and just wear over time.

[@tamirjansen]

THAT RAP THOUGH, LOVE IT!

[@gabrielpayan5971]

2:37. Anyone see that Prius being a Prius? Cuts across 2 lanes at once and enter the driveway. Couldve hit the Evo. At least it had blinkers. LOl

[@ToyotaCamrySEv]

uuugghhh. priuses.

[@Tony-112]

Gabriel Payan yep! 🤣🤣

[@savtejdhillon]

4g63 is a really strong motor. I'd take it over any EJ motor (coming from a Subaru owner). The only strong point IMO that Subaru's from the time period had were a transmission that can hold up to 600whp and better interior.

[@kylepriz69]

Rcr was in my town Bradenton, Florida!! I drive over that bridge everyday lol

[@VenomSnakee]

"NOT YET SUBARU, IT'S NOT OVER YET"

[@Tony-112]

Venom Snake MITSUBISHI!!

[@OfDaSouth]

LANCER!!!!!

[@gman012341]

as a owner of a similar car although much older (90 eclipse gsx) and knowing people who have owned evos and dsms i think they are much more reliable than people think. yes you have to change the oil every 2500 miles but ive not had a whole lot of issues out of my car and it sat for 13 years when i got it and the issues ive had can be attributed to that and ive never had big issues it idled funny due to vacuum leaks and a biss screw that was replaced with a bolt (which dont work a biss screw is tapered at the end) and ive replaced the alternator and all the belts just normal stuff. Most of the time when these cars end up broke its due to Mods before maintenance they want to just buy a older one and strap a big turbo on it and expect it to run forever and the new evos they think they can make 650-700hp on the stock bottom end and it will hold that power just not for very long

[@tyerker]

God I love everything you do! Another stellar video. I swear I'm trying to spread the word to every car guy I know.

[@nochillarickroller]

HOLY FUCK! I was seriously thinking the other day that it'd be cool to see a review on a lancer from you guys! This is AWESOME!

[@Zycerion]

Wow. Sweet ass MGS reference there. I didn't think you knew anything about it. lol

[@ronaldderooij1774]

In Ëurope the EVO is regarded as a much better car than the Subaru WRX. The EVO is more precise, more reliable, faster and more forgiving. All in contrast to what is said in the (excellent) vid. However, the EVO is more sterile, more composed, less outgoing in character. More like a precision machine than brute force. But still.... faster at any rally stage.

[@dynamo1796]

Except... during this generation of EVOs, it consistently lost WRC's to the Subaru WRX. It didn't make competitions back until a few years later

[@KDPMike]

Ronald de Rooij The evo has more wrc championships...... go google it.....

[@xaviarcraig2133]

As an STI owner that considered getting the EVO instead of an STI(there are very few AWD stickshift cars here in the states), I can say that longevity was a big concern. I can look on craig list all day and find dozens of STIs with high mileage that run and rattle like a children's toy all day. EVOs? I rarely see them in running condition with more than 80K miles and that is unsettling. The way my local mechanics describe EVOs is like a scalpel: razor sharp and precise but easy to break and disposable.

[@FeintMotion]

Bite Point is used in motorsport to the extent that a "Bite Point Find" button is often found on modern F1 cars. It's a gearbox/clutch mode that is used in conjunction with the driver slowing down to a crawl and then matting it in 1st gear while they wing on the clutch paddle and the electronics figure out where the most torque is transferred during the clutch and clutch paddle's travel.

[@sodazman]

The Evo has a stronger engine than STIs stock. But the 6 speed is weaker, which is why the majority of people get the 5 speed.

[@Schlippan]

Nirav has good taste in shorts.

[@UncoveredProduction]

Not gonna lie... I needed to watch this since I wanna have it for myself as well and this really helps me out what I’m gonna expect and what I’m gonna be having the moment I get it

[@christiangarcia566]

I like this video so much. It explains my thoughts in video format LOL

[@NickDiNunzio]

shoulda rapped "cruisin down the street in my evo..."

[@chedplug106]

choppa on the street

[@AmesiesCorner]

Comparing the Mitsu to a Neon is so fitting.. Saab Sonett Broh!

[@sandtanmaroon]

used to be a huge subaru fan, but now i'm leaning toward the EVO's now.

[@JQ_Unity]

your review on this is exactly how I treat my 240sx with the s15 6 speed, People are always saying it is weaker to me. I'm not building my car for extremely high horsepower though so it is completely fine and is nice for the daily driving I do with my car.

[@KCWhoa]

haha, subarus aren't reliable. the Evo is often consider the more reliable of the 2. they both have points of failure.

[@dudeshark2471]

Casey Rodriguez It's actually the other way around. You buy the evo for more power potential, the subie for reliability yet still having a similar feel.

[@FCFordLord]

Casey Rodriguez I've generally heard/seen the opposite.

[@UIMcocodog]

yeah for shure subarus are "considered" more reliable. but that dosnt mean its true. in a subaru, every, tiny, little, noise. is the sound of the head gaskets crying, trying so hard to cling on to a life that they never really had and every second they hang on to their short lives you know your 1 second closer to a replacement that at the very least means jacking the engine up, if not taking it out, to repair...

[@nooranik21]

I can't speak for an STi or WRX, but regular subarus, like your grandma's forester and your counsin's legacy, are generally reliable cars. They have things in their maintenance schedules other cars may not, but if you are good to them they will be good to you in return. That said, my buddy's WRX is a money pit. I am not sure if that is because of his modding addiction or the fact the car is broken all the time. If I had to guess I would say a 70/30 split broken to mod.

[@Mechanic618]

First line sounded like "This is the Guata-motive equivalent of..."

[@DLiotine]

i come back every now and then just to listen to Roman's bars at the end

[@Hempflakes]

I have a 2015 fit, and i may be incorrect, but i wouldn't call the transmission "forgiving". 1st gear will jolt if you don't slip it long enough/are slightly off with the gas/ clutch control, and it pops into 2nd from first.

[@FCustureri]

Evo's and Sti's both have their trade-offs. But saying the 4G63T is an unreliable motor is completely wrong, that's the Evo's strongest aspect. The 4G63T is a great motor and, stock for stock, is way stronger than EJ25's in Sti's(piston ringlands anyone?). But the Sti has the stronger transmission and differentials. PS: I've owned an Evo 9 and 10. Never had issues with either motor, only everything else in the driveline haha.

[@FiveTwoSevenTHR]

I wonder if it were possible to swap a Evo motor into a STi. that'll get some good power.

[@TassieLorenzo]

+FiveTwoSevenTHR That would make an Audi Quattro thing with the engine hanging way out the front!!

[@kcm732]

omg with enough with this ringland stuff. only the GR/GV imprezas were really affected by it, all others, the GC's and GD's were fine, granted the 5speed in the GD's wasn't that strong but still. and ringland failure happens because of driver error and dumb kids adding poorly executed mods and/or flooring it in 3rd all the time from 2000rpm... just dumb

[@FiveTwoSevenTHR]

+Kyle Morgese it's mostly from the car running too lean from a bad tune. My local Subaru shop has about 10 Subarus waiting motors since they all suffered failure from spun bearings or ringland failure. They are all 06+.

[@kcm732]

***** exactly, very typical for the gr/gv's .... Its because that particular ej25's fatal flaw was the ringlands were engineered too close together. I understand it has something to do with emmissions? And with running lean in combination with other factors, the ringlands fail

[@CANiHAVEaCHIP1]

I still call it a bite point. I always thought it makes perfect sense.

[@freddydelatorre2019]

IT'S MY HOMETOWN. RCR HAS DRIVEN IN MY HOMETOWN. *Splooge*

[@josefhlavsa2891]

Now that was epic beat. Another great review!

[@1MotoXRacer1]

Evo for track day bro and Subaloo for rallye day bro.

[@Jnunez00]

Except for that the Evo is also the better rally car. Subie's are just the way better daily more spirited car to drive, that's why I got mine.

[@1MotoXRacer1]

+Joan Nunez I'm pretty sure it's the other way around, man. Subaru WRC team has won more rallies than the Evolution team. Top gear covered this, as well.

[@nospoons]

+Violetta is mitsubishi even in wrc anymore hahahaha

[@colecooper5836]

The evo slaughtered rally until mitsubishi dropped out of rally racing. I feel like evos are more hardcore sportscars, where the subaru is more reliable and well rounded. I would kill for an evo 5 though.

[@GhostLightning195]

Dank rap, fam.

[@seandeterman2499]

the 4g63 CAN be reliable but you MUST take care of it! I own a 98 GSX with a 6 bolt swap and it runs and drives perfectly. However I replaced the timing belt, tensioner, water pump, hoses, plugs wires, an oil change every 3 or 4 months. I pride myself in how well I maintain the engine. I daily it except in the winter when I only take it out to romp in parking lots around town but the thing is it runs VERY well and I thrash it. redline all the time and it works excellently and sure the 6 bolt had a stronger bottom end and didn't have crank walk issues but neither did the evo with the "revised" 7 bolt. If you do not maintain it, and then seriously expect it to get you there without issues it WILL let you down. they aren't a bad engine but people beat on them, forget even basic maintenance, and then get all but hurt when they break down... the thing is making as much power as some 5.7+ liter v8's and is doing so with half the cylinders and one third the displacement with a ton of boost, that's tough on an engine! give it a break and treat it well and it will treat you very well

[@kevinstump17]

best episode I've seen in a while. feels nostalgic

[@Turshin]

the Roman spitting that fire

[@decksteroussnail]

What an opening analogy...

[@Clesarie]

Put 85% on the clutch gas then release. Its a art because of how high up you've got to release it. Also if you dont shift right on you're gonna hear that diff bang over and over.

[@josemartin598]

This dude drops some knowledge. Sometimes it's best to know what wrong, or critique something. The positive featires are usually obvious if you have an eye