Track-Ready Mitsubishi Evolution IX SE - One Take

This isn't our first, our second, or even our third Evo here on The Smoking Tire, but every single one we drive seems to be better than the last. Aleksey's track-ready Evo IX features a relatively mild 310 HP at the wheels, but between the weight reduction modifications and a finely dialed in suspension, not many cars out there could keep up with this monster on a race track.

[@axshunjaxon4561]

That "No Rubbing" comment was clearly Shots Fired

[@916DegreesNorth]

+AxshunJaxon Jackson Etched in TST history xD

[@wobblysauce]

Compared to another.. indeed.

[@jebus27]

all of us cringed with that rubbing evo that gave us a bad image lol

[@hugolundin9946]

I cant understand people that buy these cars and slam them. Build them for performance not just looks.

[@mmorzan]

That bukakke canyon road is pretty nice

[@Metalution]

Lol

[@dominicancheif117]

not like Mt Akina though, right?

[@sultanofswingdrift3021]

+Nik Brudar Ima nas :D A kdo kej ve kje se fura narod kej pr nas? Sm že mal naveličan solo vožnje...

[@mmorzan]

+Nik Brudar noup, croatia :)

[@mmorzan]

Osijek

[@USTankslashercoal]

I've owned an Evo IX for 6 years, and despite driving cars like the M3, GTR, 458, 911 turbo, Viper GTS, Panamera turbo, 5.0 POS mustang etc, I have never found a better car where you can feel the road through your arse and the drivers wheel and drive it on the limit with as much pleasure as the Evo. The only thing comparable to a crisp 4cyl, spooling turbo, and blow off valve (in my opinion) was the 458 with the symphony behind your head. Yes the interior is plastic, yes i've spent an ungodly amount of money on mods, yes the turbo takes the better part of a decade to reach full load if you're at low rev, but walking out to it as a daily driver makes you smile every time you let off the pedal and let the BOV flutter. I cycle through cars faster than my grandma uses colostemy bags, but this car is the shit, and its the only car I can confidently say I will never sell. And btw the road you're on is pronounced "bukkake"

[@Metalution]

USTankslashercoal the one that will never getaway. I agree with this message.

[@dragospahontu]

Try the Caterham R500 it's better than any other car, you can't do anything better to a car than make it lighter

[@Big.W.]

All the work done was with my hands. RESPECT.

[@Metalution]

Thanks man

[@birddude3123]

hella

[@AnthonyLosurdo]

Matt: "I think this thing would show that Subaru tail lights the whole way around the track" Aleksey: *in a super calm voice* "I'm sure". Best part of the video haha. Awesome car.

[@centripetal25]

+ClutchCultureTV lol guy looks like hes probably hung over or persistently high

[@Bassalicious]

Love this car. It's so "no bullshit" and honest. I could see me just driving myself into trance with this thing in the mountains.

[@mattclose1439]

This might be one of my favorite evo's... Always wanted to see a road race setup with good suspension and brakes. Most you see are just all about power and straight line. I like I like.

[@AntoineMardhel]

You know what I really like about these videos, besides the awesome cars and driving? It's seeing the owners open up and start to smile when Matt is driving their cars and giving them compliments. Major props to you Matt for that, very addictive videos, would watch them all day if I could!

[@evolicious]

Proper setup, perfect evo in my opinion.

[@LedGaRRagE]

+EVOLICIOUS smoking evo

[@jco3872]

Username checks out! 🤣

[@94BrunoO]

Aleksey's a very serious guy. With a neat EVO.

[@chucko83]

+Bruno Oliveira "of course"

[@quhectic221st]

Naw he is a cornball

[@MrFernandoVelasquez]

My 03 Evo 8 has 161,000 miles and it still pulls so hard, 4g63 engines are actually very reliable.

[@ROBtimesTEN]

+luis velasquez mitsi got it right with the 4G motors, i have a 4g93 in my lancer and i beat it to hell every day, even with the oil light coming on under corners or brakes. shes still killin

[@DSM907Maniak]

+ROBtimesTEN lol how dare you compare a 4g93 to a 4g63

[@ROBtimesTEN]

aww come on mate, shes only a lancer coupe, has some get up when it only weights around a metric tonne (bout 2200 pounds)

[@sr20det6789]

+luis velasquez I have a '95 Evo 3, 21 years old, done compression test yesterday and it's like new :) Stock engine.

[@MrFernandoVelasquez]

That's sick! im planning on getting a e85 tune, hopefully my engine doesn't blow up.

[@AsmirSut]

This is one of those reality check wake up videos that prove how less is more. A simple clean setup that can kill most cars on demand. Usable power, functional mods, tasteful exterior...This one is perfect!

[@larl-earson]

definition of a sleeper, boi. they are the best!

[@quhectic221st]

Man be quiet

[@cbcsmithers]

You can tell this guy knows what he's doing. Stock turbo, clean car, engine bay, small wheels, SORTED suspension. The ergonomics look a little tight for Matt, getting down to the shifter.

[@smgs921]

he definitely knew how to sort it out. after 10 years though I'd bet this guy has ran all sorts of setups to find and make the perfect car.

[@Metalution]

+smgs921 thanks guys. Really only had three setups. Stock, then mostly a street suspension and interior and this was the third and final setup. With the wealth of information around for these cars I never felt like a I was shooting in the dark.

[@evodingo3375]

Finally a real ass nigga!!!! Finally someone told the truth about the hp numbers. dude said 320hp with full bolt ons including cams... All these other lames from the other vids would of claimed 500hp... RESPECT

[@krinkin99]

I agree 100%!! Especially the guy with the 2016 STI video saying 380wtq with only turboback and intake. I own a 15 WRX stage 2 plus and pushing 346wtq with 318whp. But thats about as high as they go without going E85. Either way love for the EVO's!

[@evodingo3375]

+krinkin99 Thank man appreciate the luv... Subby luv here too man.

[@bcballer13]

+krinkin99 That guy said he was going to post a dyno chart but he never did...

[@krinkin99]

+AD if he did it would be about 30hp shy. Every tuner it different and some are better than others but COBB is a pretty conservative tuner. I would know. Great products but more on the safe side (which is not a bad thing).

[@evodingo3375]

+krinkin99 on a real mustang dyno it probably wouldn't break 300s tbh...

[@adistanescu2477]

This guy has a very reserved yet badass vibe to him.

[@VenEm]

nice clean evo, evos dont have problems when you service them and dont beat the piss out of them. alexi looks super nervous having someone else drive his car lmao

[@Metalution]

You are not wrong. Not many have driven my car. I drive my car like it was meant to be for the 110k miles that are on it. I just service it on time and give it the attention that all cars should receive.

[@yhakult]

+Metalution nice!

[@Christusolus]

For me, I would never let anybody drive my car.

[@Metalution]

+Christusolus normally I don't. But I watched enough one takes to know that Matt is very respectful of the cars he drives. At the end of the day I am glad I got to share my experience with the rest of the world through his eyes.

[@MrBrapbraaap]

+Metalution thank you for sharing your build with us so we day dreamers can appreciate it. From someone who has no choice but to do all the work on my own bucket (lancer gts) mass respect for putting that beast together!

[@arch417powersports]

Now that looks like a proper Evo!

[@travman39]

I like how this guy knows so much about his car.

[@Metalution]

Travis Cordero it's important to know what you drive and dump tons of money into. It also helps when you build something yourself.

[@travman39]

Metalution no doubt.

[@blvk_sky]

I love all the notes about how good the suspension setup is.

[@Labios_Rotos]

Evo reviews are the best! I feel so involved with it just by watching... the mic captured the sound nicely!

[@FallonFx]

Great video, love watching the Evo's

[@ComplexCarlo]

This is one of the best drives and reviews I've seen in awhile. Awesome video.

[@jennlavigne123]

always a pleasure seeing something done right

[@madproficient2718]

Wow that was a great episode ! Thank you! Almost refreshing not to hear 500hp EVO again with this problem and that problem ... Love how he was happy with his set up and a wonderful set up at that kudos to owner!

[@beatsbeat6]

Well done , love onetakes. You keep making them, and I'll keep watching them. thanx guys....

[@LaChona420k]

Finally. A guest that is knowledgeable about his car to a very high level. It was a pleasure listening to this guy and even learned a few things. Gotta get me some of that brake fluid~!

[@Metalution]

Thank you! It is a magical fluid.

[@Metalution]

heelandtoemotorsports.com/products/torque-rt700-brake-fluid

[@LaChona420k]

Thanks for the link sir. You have an amazing stable, and obviously some amazing skills. Truly wish I had your level of craftmanship.

[@davidsenesi7482]

Nice review as ever...greetings from Italy Matt!!

[@tannerg.6498]

Love this car, perfect Evo build!

[@allhailthev8554]

These never get old

[@danielbradley6473]

This video really warms my heart.

[@jayMbodybuilding]

very nicely sorted. One that doesn't rub, what a breath of fresh air

[@PischkePerformance]

Love watching a properly set up and modded Evo IX tear up a canyon! Great job Aleksey!

[@Metalution]

Thank you!

[@HesteBremse]

Well done this Evo, even the engine bay was so sorted and clean, good color for it as well.

[@Metalution]

Thank you. A clean engine bay is a must!

[@sirwhitecrayon2499]

Aleksey did this car right! It's definitely the best Evo I've seen in a very long time.

[@Devil0027]

Definitely perfect example of “less is more”. Nice and simple, i like

[@chucko83]

excellent representation of the evo

[@TheYellowCarGuy]

This was actually very similar to my build, loved it. Glad to see you enjoying it.

[@johngillis9308]

These are a great idea Matt, keep up the videos!

[@bonestorm007]

Sensational setup. Stock turbo Evo 9, plus MIVEC, plus the right bolt ons makes for an incredible power band :)

[@jvswwevo]

beautiful car. don't ever let it go.

[@Jester25ft]

This is the Dream Car right here. Well done!

[@sabio101]

Beautiful evo build!!

[@mowcee1]

Beautiful Evo... I'm glad to hear the owner drives it everywhere, these should be driven and enjoyed... I see more Evos on the street than I do DSM's lol... Still, gotta love our 4g63 bretheren

[@jerrylee3887]

This car is sick, This is a true tuner! Props to this man!

[@trbsu]

Such an awesome car - very cool that he's got a unique build that he's done himself! And he's got a 323 for a DD which is rad.

[@ileonardR35mk5Supra]

Great review man, thumbs up

[@jeengyim3072]

nice car, set up, color, perfect

[@Metalution]

Thanks man!

[@GT-gt4bf]

How the mighty have fallen, poor Mitsubishi.

[@Jester25ft]

Indeed 😞

[@awdrifter3394]

+GT7786 Now they are all about that 76hp Mirage. lol.

[@jihadjoe]

Evo X got way too heavy. It weighs close to a GTR: 3527lbs vs 3840lbs, so that's 92% of the GTR's weight but has like half the power.

[@sickjohnson]

Another dream car! Damn that was nice.

[@sabzor123]

beautiful build

[@loweredlifestyle9336]

Matt you are amazing keep making these videos !

[@shantygaming694]

I like this car. It's ready for the track, but doesn't seem to want to kill you. Cars done right and something I'd try and go for is I had one.

[@Zrclle]

I can really tell you're care for us viewers

[@Jester25ft]

Yes been waiting for this!!!

[@timw8888]

Finally a respectable Evo IX on this channel.

[@jarednielsen5041]

That is a dialed Evo. Soooo clean!

[@SvG627]

awesome sound

[@jetkeith]

Wow great job on your Lan Evo.

[@Horton91]

So clean!

[@MrMuuf]

one of best cars on one take.

[@ShakaLakaMTB]

Great build!!!

[@Oh_JUTURNA]

Loving the evo man. #LifeGoals

[@Metalution]

Glad you like it. Thank you!

[@socalsupercars420]

Nearly impossible to find a clean or close to stock Evo IX for sale nowadays.

[@xDRAN0x]

What a great car, doesn't need 800hp. Good work there.

[@MisterMomotaro1996]

I love the sound of this car.

[@Metalution]

Thanks you!

[@jev2867]

Damn, that's a proper track car. I'm jealous. Dude can wrench and knows what's he's doing. I should've kept my EVO VIII.

[@Jetlifeual]

Early morning uploads are the best. Coffee? How about car videos for breakfast!

[@Dikareff]

Красивая Evo, Леха молодчик)

[@scyther6666]

It feels like the perfect evo setup but I wouldn't be able to daily drive this thing. Perfect track car, no doubt. Amazing.

[@Metalution]

Thank you! As much as I like driving this car it's just too much for most people to DD.

[@scyther6666]

+Metalution Yeah don't get me wrong though. If I had an evo, I would try to make it just like yours; for the track. Good luck with the evo. You have one hell of a setup.

[@macstearns4561]

Good afternoon smoking tire, well sorted car.

[@ayowser01]

Awesome build. I cross shopped this car with an s2k back in '07. Completely different cars to compare, but both great driver's cars.

[@Metalution]

ayowser01 would love an s2k myself. Very good cars indeed.

[@Playstationbeast334]

thats an awesome evo!

[@rd91sib18zex]

Good morning smoking tire fans.

[@captainsial]

Right back atcha!

[@brownshit1]

+Bruh bruh

[@tylerdowd]

+Scooby blue Hey nice car! ;)

[@rd91sib18zex]

+Tyler Dowd Thanks yours is nicer. You earned a subscriber.

[@jmetallicad]

Eliciting that giggle from Matt at 11:47 is the dream of every one take car owner

[@11Greatness]

Wow, I really like this car too! Looks like a go cart, really fast to just zip around in!

[@Jaycren86]

Owner Was not given enough Credit. Fist car that I've enjoyed knowing the owner did all his research. Matt needs to hire this Guy.😎

[@christopherdixon4394]

That evo is legit!

[@lukekindred1999]

Looks like a very very well sorted evo. And Matt you'd be surprised on an Evos reliability. They're extremely reliable cars when treated right

[@VirusTornado]

+Luke Kindred You're right. The actual drivetrain is very reliable. Car might not be very refined in stock form, but Mitsubishi sure got the 4G63 right.

[@sthr2110]

Aleksey's first true smile at 5:20!!! And I thought it wasn't possible...

[@Metalution]

Lol. I don't just hand out smiles everywhere I go. :)

[@jeffengstrom1536]

The torque RT700 fluid is brilliant on track. Torque actually closed its doors but the same formula can be found in prospeed brake fluid which Pegasus racing has in stock. I searched for weeks to find it after torque closed.

[@Metalution]

Jeff Engstrom Prospeed is also on thin ice last time I talked to the owner. I hope they stick around and make another batch.

[@jeffengstrom1536]

Are they just not selling enough of it?

[@Metalution]

Jeff Engstrom poor business operations.

[@HilbertPhilip]

As cold as Kimi Raikkonen.. Great Evo dude

[@Justa08wrx]

+1 for getting video of this specific car and maybe driver one take track

[@StuntTriple]

loved this car

[@onyxmotorsports4755]

what a sweet evo! i would own it like that

[@dang8961]

+1 For an amazing setup. Don't see too many Evos setup like this. Nah, let's slam our cars on their nuts and drag that shit to the local meets so we can look pretty while we park.

[@Metalution]

I feel your pain man. Evo is built for racing not scraping.

[@06wrxdude]

Hell yeah. This guy's doing it right. 👍

[@NafaratMiyaMiya]

Aleksey you have a very cool car ... I'd watch out cuz i'm pretty sure Matt wants to buy your car LooooL .... I like how you evolved the car over the years and got to this sweet spot... Well done amigo!

[@Metalution]

Thank you. It was a clear path as soon as I started to hit the track. Matt has a bunch of interesting cars in his stable to keep his hands off my EVO. :)

[@NafaratMiyaMiya]

Well congrats on finding that good balance, very nice car! Matt's a great guy, but like all car guys always looking for another pony for the stable ;) Great Video!

[@snowmanx831]

+Metalution do you have an instagram? I'd like to follow up and see posts of your evo! Beautiful.

[@Metalution]

+snowmanx831 www.wheelwell.com/profile/5524165088c5443a770f2ff4/garage/ Build pics facebook.com/aleksey.frenkel/media_set?set=a.120955931384796.25058.100004111688780&type=3 IG @evojet

[@Metalution]

+snowmanx831 thank you. Here you go.

[@ChrisCupples]

cool evo very nice indeed 👍

[@elwynll]

god dam... i just sold my evo today... hngggggggggggggg

[@carsaregood911]

+Elwyn L My condolences :(

[@MrRarekiller10]

And you are planning to get another one right???

[@shootermacs8779]

lol

[@elwynll]

+MrRarekiller10 not sure yet .. sitting on it for now. was tossing up a 135i or m3.. but still undecided

[@carsaregood911]

Elwyn L Save up for an M3 I would say, N54 problems are far too common.

[@ozoneswiftak]

All wheel drive kicks ass.

[@Stigs722]

Finally a proper evo 9

[@Anotherboost]

Now thats a nice car and great review. The Evo is a great platform when setup correctly. Matt, If you are ever come to Florida take my Evo 9 for a spin! Its setup very similar for street and road course duty but makes twice the power.

[@tahjferguson3942]

that evos a beast

[@ricros4088]

Love it!

[@ayrton_rambles]

Refreshing to see one of these that isn't boosted to kingdom come. Really goes to show how much, good suspension,brakes, and weight reduction can transform a car and make the most out of its power. (not that 300+whp is something to scoff at)

[@stefankoles]

best evo so far

[@BigIrish89]

the only channel i watch that i always have to adjust my audio

[@dogetothemoon223]

The dude really loves his car.

[@ravindran8838]

My left year loved it

[@itsminas25]

That is the perfect Evo