Evo for Non-Racer

[nice_444]

Hi there!
Just wanna ask, Isn't it worth to have an Evo if you're not a car racer. It's been a long time that I;ve been aiming to have such car, medyo ala lng budget b4 and ayoko lng talga ng mga mahal na auto, but now dumating ung decision point ko na I really want that car. I like it 'cause i can definitely rely on its durability and of course its appearance and speed na rin tska excellent talaga ung specs nya. Some say kc, I might be tempted on speed and it's quite dangerous pag nawala ung control since I'm not trained to be a racer but only as an ordinary driver. Though I know to myself na d ako matetempt to speed up, but the prob is my bro, he's quite aggressivce kc sa mga racing cars. Mahirap na baka yung enjoyment ko to have tha car myt be resulted into tragedy. But I really do want it, minsan lng ako magkagusto ng gusto tlaga na 100% sa isang bagay. Actually since early this yr paiba iba naiisip kong auto to purchase. Now lng talga ung final na gusto ko tlaga. Will appreciate your feedback on this. Thank you.

[GerardTagayty]

i dont think you have to be a racer to own such a car. all you have to be is a responsible and disiplined driver. that somethimes when you feel like it would like let go (shempre on safe situations) and get some adrenaline rush.

[Lucius]

It's like buying a plasma/lcd tv only to use it for local/cable channels.

[nice_444]

yeah I believe that I;m a responsible, disciplined and defensive driver. My much worry is my brother, hindi ko naman pedeng hindi sya pahiramin.

[Lucius]

Lagyan mo ng clutch-lock bro hehehe or lagyan mo immobilizer

[GerardTagayty]

better to have the power at moments notice kesa naman you want the ruch... tpaos BLAH ang makukuha mo... if you hdtv and you watch cable channels is cool.. kesa naman HDTV is available in your area tapos naka crt ka lang? :D its just a matter of choice... if you think you really NEED (in your case want) an evo go ahead and do so.

answerte naman ng pahihiramin mo ng evo! ahehehe! pwede ba kame humiram ni kapitan? hehehe

[niky]

Evo? Durability?

While the Evo's engine is very strong, allowing it to hold tremendous boost pressure and produce lots of power, it's very high strung, requiring lots of maintenance.

Parts cost more than the regular Lancer or Galant. The Evo drinks more gas, requires more maintenance (short oil change intervals, expensive oil, short clutch life, short tire life, etcetera) and rides very harshly. Plus Mitsubishi offers no warranty whatsoever on the Evo.

If you're a non-racer... the Evo really isn't the car for you. You won't enjoy it at all.

If it's a prestige car you want, maybe a BMW, Mercedes or an Audi is for you. They'll be expensive to own, yes, but they'll be more comfortable and luxurious, and have more presence.

Want a high-tech car that people will ooh over and won't get your bro into too much trouble? BMW 320d ... the 3-series diesel. It's high-tech, very posh and very desirable.

[ghosthunter]

Hi there!
Just wanna ask, Isn't it worth to have an Evo if you're not a car racer. It's been a long time that I;ve been aiming to have such car, medyo ala lng budget b4 and ayoko lng talga ng mga mahal na auto, but now dumating ung decision point ko na I really want that car. I like it 'cause i can definitely rely on its durability and of course its appearance and speed na rin tska excellent talaga ung specs nya. Some say kc, I might be tempted on speed and it's quite dangerous pag nawala ung control since I'm not trained to be a racer but only as an ordinary driver. Though I know to myself na d ako matetempt to speed up, but the prob is my bro, he's quite aggressivce kc sa mga racing cars. Mahirap na baka yung enjoyment ko to have tha car myt be resulted into tragedy. But I really do want it, minsan lng ako magkagusto ng gusto tlaga na 100% sa isang bagay. Actually since early this yr paiba iba naiisip kong auto to purchase. Now lng talga ung final na gusto ko tlaga. Will appreciate your feedback on this. Thank you.

Why would a non-racer want with a Mitsu EVO? For the same money, you could buy a Camry, Accord or whatever other car at the same price level.

(Do I smell a troll?)

Anyway, if the poster is "honest", the solution, buy another than than the EVO. If you still really like the EVO "styling", just by the Lancer 2.0L and use the spare change at A-Toy's shop to dress up your Lancer to look like an EVO.

Problem solved.

[Lucius]

Hahaha ayaw nya masabihan ng feeling Evo or Evo-evohan

[drey]

You wont enjoy much of the Evo if it wasnt use to the things it was intended to be. If you want an Evo, you should also play on the track so that you will know and be happy.

But if your priorities are to look good, find something else.

My suggestion,

Buy a 2nd hand Evo 6 for weekends and night outs.
Then, buy the car with good looks, decent performance, and good economy figures for your daily car.

Better yet, you wait for the 2008 Lancer.

[Si 06]

i dont think you have to be a racer to own such a car. all you have to be is a responsible and disiplined driver. that somethimes when you feel like it would like let go (shempre on safe situations) and get some adrenaline rush.

Yun yun yun yung addict sa adrenaline rush na yan ang bumibili ng evo at palagyan mo ng roll cage para sa brother mong hindi matanggihan.

[Blackraven]

It's like buying a plasma/lcd tv only to use it for local/cable channels.

I've watched ABS-CBN on a Samsung R8 LCD TV (37 inch) and it does feel 'different'.

Hindi naman bulok ang HDTV sa SD pero it just feels......different.

Anyhow, the poster reminds of a driver who uses his Evo IX RS everyday to pick up his son from School.

[GlennSter]

i would have to disagree with most of you here.

if the Op wants an evo to buy his food from the market, then so be it.

If you have the means to maintain it, why not?

how can we be sure that he won't use it in the track? malay natin, when he gets used to the power, maging track whore narin siya in the future. it can open up more possibilities of learning if you have an "able" car.

but then, ika nga nila...greater power comes with greater responsibilities. totoong madaming naaaksidente dahil sa hindi nila alam kung paano i control ang mga kotse nila. SIR na nga lang na civic dami na naaaksidente, eh. evo pa kaya.

[kyle618]

i think its quite durable naman as a daily driver... basta tama yun pag gamit mo. although ang masakit dyan un walang warranty whatsoever with mitsu phil. if u want something similar na may warranty... wrx sti or even just a wrx(1.7m) and save 500k although u miss out on the brembos and the additional 50hp.

[Jun aka Pekto]

Hi there!
Just wanna ask, Isn't it worth to have an Evo if you're not a car racer. It's been a long time that I;ve been aiming to have such car, medyo ala lng budget b4 and ayoko lng talga ng mga mahal na auto, but now dumating ung decision point ko na I really want that car. I like it 'cause i can definitely rely on its durability and of course its appearance and speed na rin tska excellent talaga ung specs nya. Some say kc, I might be tempted on speed and it's quite dangerous pag nawala ung control since I'm not trained to be a racer but only as an ordinary driver. Though I know to myself na d ako matetempt to speed up, but the prob is my bro, he's quite aggressivce kc sa mga racing cars. Mahirap na baka yung enjoyment ko to have tha car myt be resulted into tragedy. But I really do want it, minsan lng ako magkagusto ng gusto tlaga na 100% sa isang bagay. Actually since early this yr paiba iba naiisip kong auto to purchase. Now lng talga ung final na gusto ko tlaga. Will appreciate your feedback on this. Thank you.

Maybe circumstances are different where I'm at. But, it's your money and your tastes. If you want an Evo and can deal with the expenses of owning one, go for it.

Here, we have people who buy Corvettes and never drive them past 60 mph. We have SUV owners who'll never drive on an unpaved road. But, it's their money. They're free to buy whatever they want with it.

As for your brother......It's up to you to lay down the ground rules. If he can't drive it, then he can't drive it. If he protests, tell him to start paying for the car first.

[drey]

Yeah... I agree with this guys...

Dagdag pa, if you paid for the car or pay for the monthly... Dapat ikaw magenjoy. And your brother has to respect your property, especially the EVO. Sayang at mahal ang maintenance ng Evo, baka puro speeding gawin nito sa expressway ng brother mo. Aba, he has to respect other drivers too.

If you can wait and still have time to save, save for the EVO X since it is rumored to have better interior, fuel consumption and ride.
Not unless if you think that an EVO is only with a 4G63 engine.

[wildthing]

Even if you are not racing it, an EVO is a good choice (but I would personally consider a SUBARU Impreza STi/WRC type instead).

[empy]

i am going to guess that 75% of Evo owners worldwide are not regular car racers :hihihi:

[1D4LV]

i would have to disagree with most of you here.

if the Op wants an evo to buy his food from the market, then so be it.

If you have the means to maintain it, why not?

how can we be sure that he won't use it in the track? malay natin, when he gets used to the power, maging track whore narin siya in the future. it can open up more possibilities of learning if you have an "able" car.

but then, ika nga nila...greater power comes with greater responsibilities. totoong madaming naaaksidente dahil sa hindi nila alam kung paano i control ang mga kotse nila. SIR na nga lang na civic dami na naaaksidente, eh. evo pa kaya.

+1 here...
but would you consider getting an Impreza instead?

[yuichi]

should be ok as long as you can maintain but believe me, you'll be tempted to drive fast.

why not consider the WRX. very civil ride with 85% of the Evo/ STI's power. and even upgradeable to achieve more than the stock Evo/STI's power.