Why is the 1993 Mitsubishi Evolution EVO 1 RS a PERFECT rally car? - Raiti's Rides

This 1993 Mitsubishi Evolution 1 RS is where the history of a legend all started. This JDM spec EVO is nothing but the business with it's 2.0 inline-4 turbocharged engine to it's AWD system! This is a historic RALLY CAR!

[@VMPhilosophy]

As a current Subaru guy, I would love to own any EVO 1-6. Those are such classic homologation specials.

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you! You just have to be a car person to really enjoys these!

[@heavenbound9641]

I LOVE YOUR PASSION FOR SPECIAL CARS MY FRIEND !

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much! It is so amazing all the great opportunities that I am getting by starting this channel! I never thought in a million years that I'd be driving a RHD EVO1

[@maverickmason4946]

Wow you warned people so they wouldn't be surprised by the sudden volume coming back on, thanks that would have hurt my ears cause I'm wearing headphones. You are so considerate.

[@RaitisRides]

thanks man I really appreciate it! I wanted to use a little footage from the drive. I was so frustrated that the GoPro messed up the audio. The great news is I also did a review of a JDM 1993 Toyota Supra and the audio is perfect so stay tuned!

[@alphazoomii9408]

247 HP for a 93... wow.... impressed.

[@RaitisRides]

man, Mitsubishi was getting the business done back then. Now look at them!?!?

[@FLIPDADY]

It's too bad the U.S. import laws are so strict. Twenty-five years is a long time to wait for these JDM goodies.

[@RaitisRides]

tell me about it! There really is no reason why it should be like that!

[@mb1636]

Love this channel..so diverse from new to old from high end to best end. Thnx !!

[@RaitisRides]

I really like to bring variety with my reviews because that mirrors my passion. There are so many great cars old, new and everything in between! Thank you for your kind words they are so motivating!

[@loriraiti4924]

What a fun review! Really like that car... nice job guys!

[@RaitisRides]

thank you sweet heart! There are just so many fun cars out there!

[@Tangsters]

Oh wow I missed this episode for some reason! This is magic!

[@RaitisRides]

Spencer T I’m glad you finally found it! It is an incredible car!

[@maverickmason4946]

This channel is moving so fast, will soon be celebrating 10,000 subs in no time👊😀👊 double fist bump.

[@RaitisRides]

trust me I never thought this would happen in a million years. I'm really grateful for everyone's support and I couldn't do it with out you Mason!

[@metaljew4456]

Mason Scott : Great comment Mason! I know this is jumping ahead a bit but Joe start thinking of where the RR OG party is going to be when you hit 100K. For the people that have been with you from the beginning. One more thing, is it my imagination or did you pick up like 400-500 Subs in a 1-2 day period? 10K by the weekend would be nice. Smash the SUB button people and keep Joe pumped up!

[@RaitisRides]

It really is just blowing my mind and I am so grateful for every step f this journey! On Saturday I was at like 8600 subs and now I am over 9300. I am a firm believer in thinking positive thoughts, and I am just focused on one review at a time. I think it will catch on and people will see the work that I put in and how I really am trying to create a community of enthusiasts. I am going to be putting together some kind of celebration for that 10,000 sub mark. Thank you for keeping me motivated with your encouragement!

[@reaze5535]

146k now

[@BarefeetB]

Was lucky enough to grow up in New Zealand . Every homologation model was available...and cheap. Mazda familia GTR , Toyota celica GT4 , Nissan Pulsar GTIR , Mitsubishi Galant Vr4 / Evo o , Subaru Wrx , All the Lancer Evo's ... Plus the mighty Nissan skylines , supra , etc We were truly spoiled with Japanese cars .. Yet if you were a v8 Holden or Ford fan , you paid an arm and a leg for one of those lol. Have a lot of great memories/experiences of the early lancer evo's Fantastic cars .... The Evo 3 and 6.5 being my pick of the bunch 👌👍 Thanks for the upload

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for sharing about your personal experience with these cars. We were always neglected with these cars here in the USA until the EVO 8 made it to our shores.

[@koreyhimself]

Im glad you found this one

[@RaitisRides]

It is a really cool JDM icon! Thanks for watching man!

[@linchester8464]

The iconic Evo version for me was prob the 3 and beyond models. The Evo 3 was featured in the anime called Initial D and Jackie Chan used Evo for his movies. And the Evo 3 was featured in the movie Thunderbolt where he raced a rival driving a Skyline GTR. The Lancer Evo 1 and 2 were souped up version of the mundane Lancer hence the name Evolution. The Evo 3 got more aggressive front bumper, aero styling and the bigger and iconic rally style wing at the back. The original Evo had only 247bhp, Evo 2 had 256bhp, with better compression ratio and turbo unit. The power has been bump up to 270BHP. The power was bump to 280BHP and stay that way for years due to some manufacturer agreement to limit all power figures of engine to only 280bhp. It def sad to see a legend die off and reborn as a SUV. I am def with you with the reaction. These Evos will def be collectors item in the next few years when the later Evo gens are allowed into the states. I personally wanted a Evo 6 Tommi Mäkinen Edition aka Evo 6.5 to some guys as a collection car as well as the Subaru WRX STi 22B which is the unicorn of all Subaru STi. They were my all time fav rally heros.

[@RaitisRides]

You really hit the nail on the head! I can't wait for all the cars that you mentioned to turn 25 years old so we can get them here in the USA and I can bring them to everyone at Raiti's Rides!

[@liberty0758]

Legend says that some number of Skyline GT-R R34s got around that engine power restriction agreement and actually made over 300hp.

[@RaitisRides]

You are 100% correct!

[@aquateen77723]

You are one of the best car-based channels on YT. Keep up the fantastic content and you'll be at 50k subs in a year.

[@RaitisRides]

that is so freaking awesome of you to say and I rally appreciate your support! I'm just taking it one review at a time!

[@aquateen77723]

@@RaitisRides You deserve it, Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

aquateen77723 that really means a lot!

[@robertabila]

Great content! Keep up the good work!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for your outstanding support!

[@AmanecerTropical1]

Today U Are Man!!! Thanks For This Nice Ride!!!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say! It was one hell of an experience!

[@briang7254]

Awesome review again buddy, keep it up!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are liking these JDM LEGENDS! Anything in particular that you would like to see!

[@briang7254]

@@RaitisRides Definitely enjoying reviews for sure, keep em coming buddy! Nothing in particular, just thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!✌

[@RaitisRides]

Brian G that really means a lot! It’s so awesome to have your support!👍🏻🏆🍀🙏🏻

[@paulstgeorge1949]

Had one of these that was ordered in silver, 30psi 1150kg fastest car I have ever owned, this can be raw old school Japanese 4wd tyre smoking glory!

[@bondy284]

Keep the content coming Joe👍🇦🇺

[@RaitisRides]

Sir yes Sir! Thanks for being so great!

[@GalacticBlader]

god i wish theyd bring the EVOS back

[@Teamoneilrally]

Yes please.

[@RaitisRides]

Team O'Neil Rally School you got it! 😉🏁🏆

[@metaljew4456]

Why do I like things (Not People) that are asymmetrical? That hood vent only on one side is dope. This EVO has some very advanced technology for 1993... That is 25 years ago! Seems hard to believe. EVO’S IMO have always had very cheap interiors. Great review packed with information as usual. That’s the teacher in you coming out. Surprised to hear that’s the first time driving a right wheel sided car. Definitely takes getting used eh?

[@RaitisRides]

I am right their with you Philip! I really love the asymmetrical design, especially in JDM rally cars. Thank you for the kind words! I really feel like my 17 years of teaching experience . really helps me in my reviews. Ask Tom, I took to the RHD like a fish to water! The biggest issue was the turn signal stalk. It's on the opposite side of the steering column. So every time I went to change lanes I turned on the wipers! lol

[@metaljew4456]

Raiti's Rides right hand drive. Yeah, that’s the term! I would never get used to the turn signal stalk on the WRONG side

[@RaitisRides]

Philip Rosenthale it would be okay if it’s raining. Not so cool in the sunshine.😉

[@adamrandell7946]

I love these models, I've driven a few of them. They are how homologation is suppose to be done, it is a direct descendant of its rally counterpart and I love them for it...say.... a lot more than Ford with their half assed attempt, as an early RS owner I was so annoyed they skimped on the 4WD and was more about quantity than quality which is something the Japanese didn't do..... Respect!

[@RaitisRides]

It really is a JDM Legend and just so much history! I am proud to have reviewed it and driven it!

[@PremierChoiceFitness]

A true rally car!

[@noorzaidi220]

Evolution in 1990s is a good car ...! Regards from kuala lumpur.

[@petercarey6883]

And welcome to Raiti's Rides where Joe Raiti makes a tribute video in honor of the original Hollywood Silent Movies before "talkies" came out. LOL Cecil B. deMille has nothing on you Joe. :-) Great review.

[@RaitisRides]

You seriously have some of the best comments! I was so bummed out the GoPro flaked out on me! Show must go on!

[@petercarey6883]

:-) Thank you Joe. Kudos to you in that when the GoPro decides to be a NoGo, you side step and just keep on going and going and going. The Energizer Bunny has nothing on you. lol

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you sir! It's funny because even my closet friends say they can't keep up with all my videos! lol

[@rubenyepez8781]

I have a Lancer gt this car is very fast on road. 👋👋👋 BLESS YOU 🎩

[@RaitisRides]

That is really great! Thank you for watching!

[@gen3v8]

I remember the Evo1 and the Zero

[@RaitisRides]

you're luck in your neck of the woods to get these awesome machines back then!

[@aserehe4349]

nice car n good explain👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@Kevhoe]

Honestly, you shouldn’t have included the drive since it had no audio, rendering it completely useless. Just saying. Saw this car for sale, pretty cool. When my 14’ MR is paid off(4-5 years at the latest), I’m going to purchase either a Evo 3, 5, 6, or a GC8 STi(and keep the MR as a daily or build it, I just love it TOO much!) Already got the OK by my wife, since I got the MR partially for her. By that time there will be so many other amazing JDM brutes we never got legal to import, that it’ll be a tough choice.

[@RaitisRides]

It broke my heart when the audio wasn't there. If you turn up the volume you can here Tom and I talking. I think you can tell from my face just how excited I was and that is what I really wanted to share. Please stay tuned because I also have a Toyota Supra video that has FULL sound. You are so right we are getting close to the sweet spot of a TON of JDM legends that we will be able to bring over.

[@Kevhoe]

Raiti's Rides Sweet. I used to own a Twin-Turbo 6-speed 1998 Supra. 👌🏻

[@RaitisRides]

So very cool! It was the first time I driven that generation of Supra! So unbelievable, I loved it!

[@jayquirkrallysport4709]

The 2 and 3 are substantially better cars. Much more refined. The gearboxes were their Achilles heel, hence why many of the rally cars ended up with straight cut dog boxes. Question about this car though. It wasn't imported from Australia by any chance was it?

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the extra input and info! This one was from Japan. My favorite Evo is the Evo 6!

[@rengoku8852]

Those R32 GTR’s😍😍😍😍

[@RaitisRides]

stay tuned because some of those are coming to Raiti's Rides!

[@andrewdopple6946]

it is my dream car.

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

I saw one of these today in red I’m assuming it was imported

[@RaitisRides]

It probably was! They are just so cool!

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Raiti's Rides driver was Asian I thought it was a Subaru 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️😂😂 looked alike tbh

[@RaitisRides]

Anderson Rodriguez the Impreza and Lancer from the 90's were very similar looking and that is what created the huge rivalry between Mitsubishi and Subaru in the WRC!

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Raiti's Rides I can see that

[@RaitisRides]

Anderson Rodriguez I wish that rivalry between the two brands would happen again!

[@rockforhall2206]

I like rally Cars👍 Hi Man🤘🏼

[@RaitisRides]

I'm so glad that you enjoyed this one! It was a ton of fun! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@rabbit-gamer574]

Ilove you and ilove this car man ❤️

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that!

[@jeremiepuillet3266]

I'm looking for original specs for this car... Does somebody has informations ? Like weight, acceleration, top speed...

[@MAXpaowers]

Jdm classics

[@RaitisRides]

I wish we would of already had these in the USA from day 1.

[@MAXpaowers]

Raiti's Rides I know right!!! I hope they will make a EVO XI

[@RaitisRides]

Pao Xiong don't hold your breathe. The next time we see the EVO designation on a Mitsubishi it is going to be on a SUV. :-(

[@kijanadogo5817]

Beautiful car. I'll take it over a Ferrari anyday

[@RaitisRides]

yeah these JDM specialty cars are just so unique! I can't wait for more legends to hit the 25 year mark and make their way to the USA and Raiti's Rides.

[@UKPak786]

Great video, good to see enthusiasts from the states appreciating these true pure breed rally cars, if you like what you see here join our worldwide community: facebook.com/groups/evo123oc/

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for reaching out! I will check it out!

[@joelscott8901]

What happened 2 da galant?

[@RaitisRides]

It was sold! ;-(

[@jamescalalo]

no need to convert the steering?

[@RaitisRides]

Not at all!

[@jamescalalo]

@@RaitisRides wow thats good to know 😊 enjoy the rides

[@graysongiacci5149]

Im watching this at 2:03 am and i watched it till the drive and i was excited and theres no sound

[@RaitisRides]

I'm really sorry about that! Sometime GoPros are just soooooo unreliable! I do apologize!

[@graysongiacci5149]

All good my guy

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you understanding!

[@cameronmitchel8814]

Do a 98 Evo 5 review

[@RaitisRides]

We don't have them here in the States. :-( . The car has to be 25 years or older before it can be imported.

[@TheThejarhead101]

I own a 93 evolution 1 (non rs) in New Zealand if anyone is interested in importing give me a message (300hp atw forged internals etc)

[@RaitisRides]

That sounds amazing!

[@bennny6988]

😍😍😍😍😍😍I want......

[@bennny6988]

Say someone wants a car like that but with more interior..... could they find one?? And how much more would it cost??

[@BMW335]

How can it be a rs without the steel wheels

[@cameronmitchel8814]

If it's a Evo 1 it's 1992

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your input I appreciate you watching.

[@sarahdell4042]

Bolt in cage, with rust..... Meh

[@RaitisRides]

The car is 25 years old.

[@sarahdell4042]

Raiti's Rides Yes, I can subtract. Adding a cage, subpar bolt in one at that with rust in the floorboards........

[@RaitisRides]

It is what it is I guess!

[@chrisnevergrowold330]

How much is a car like this one at that dealer?

[@andyhedin4893]

$13,900 - montumotors.com/inventory/1993-mitsubishi-evolution-i-rs/

[@RaitisRides]

This is $14k at Montu Motors! Give the owner Sam a call or email and let them know Raiti's Rides sent you.

[@alphazoomii9408]

I'd buy that if it was left hand drive, shame....

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you Andy for sharing this!

[@RaitisRides]

I think part of the fun is that it's right hand drive! It was so easy to drive!

[@kgthegreatone943]

Is that the same motor from the eclipse from the 90s?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes sir! I miss the Eclipse!

[@kgthegreatone943]

@@RaitisRides yes me too !

[@RaitisRides]

kg the great one it’s crazy how things have changed. Especially for the Japanese brands!

[@kgthegreatone943]

@@RaitisRides yea i just wish theyd stop canceling all the cool cars !

[@RaitisRides]

It's actually really sad!

[@miguelreyes9647]

Can you own one of these at California yet?

[@RaitisRides]

I believe so! You can give Montu Motors and ask for Sam! He will give you all the info!

[@sarahdell4042]

No

[@ryumantra4710]

Went U wanna listen to the car sound but go pro fucked it up

[@motovlogph8783]

Lol boring?

[@RaitisRides]

Why do you say that?