Buying a Lancer Evo?
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dewa lavau,
hey bro how was the unreg unit u test drove? was it good? i just want yr opinion so I know wht to expect from other unreg units?
from the experience u think the car had any faults? any squeaky noises? drive shaft gt prob perhaps, streering problems? suspension? u know lah if go to the used car tat fellas sure tell u the car in tiptop cond. after bout 2-3 mths everything koyak! but thats 2nd hand car i guess lar........they say they import from japan sure 100% acc free and other items in perfect cond. hmmmm true ah?
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME
Kind Regards
hey bro how was the unreg unit u test drove? was it good? i just want yr opinion so I know wht to expect from other unreg units?
from the experience u think the car had any faults? any squeaky noises? drive shaft gt prob perhaps, streering problems? suspension? u know lah if go to the used car tat fellas sure tell u the car in tiptop cond. after bout 2-3 mths everything koyak! but thats 2nd hand car i guess lar........they say they import from japan sure 100% acc free and other items in perfect cond. hmmmm true ah?
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME
Kind Regards
helo bro.
to answer ur question ermm actually that was my 1st time driving an evo (ever).perhaps u can seek advice from most of our MLOC evo owner here esp from mr P itself,leslie or others coz i'm not the right person u can ask for (me super super noobie mahhh dun have dat so-called experience hehehe).both E7 unreg at chris that day is already sold but there is one registered E7 (silver if not mistaken) mileage around 70k.if u really2 serious perhaps bring leslie lah then treat him a big big yummy2 dinner (and dun forget me os lahh hahahaha :P)
to answer ur question ermm actually that was my 1st time driving an evo (ever).perhaps u can seek advice from most of our MLOC evo owner here esp from mr P itself,leslie or others coz i'm not the right person u can ask for (me super super noobie mahhh dun have dat so-called experience hehehe).both E7 unreg at chris that day is already sold but there is one registered E7 (silver if not mistaken) mileage around 70k.if u really2 serious perhaps bring leslie lah then treat him a big big yummy2 dinner (and dun forget me os lahh hahahaha :P)
Perhaps i advise here is, even though the sales person is so patient/nice and watsoever. A VERYVERY careful check on the car he sell is a MUST. If possible, get a evo memberSsS and test drive/check everything especially the engine bay/if can jack up the car !!coz he know nothing about CT9A.
Dun get fools by saleperson !
Dun get fools by saleperson !
Guys,
Do you know anyone selling his evo5? currently looking for it. PM me if any. Thanks.
BTW, do you guys happen to know on what is the common problem with evo series and especially on evo5?
thanks again.
Do you know anyone selling his evo5? currently looking for it. PM me if any. Thanks.
BTW, do you guys happen to know on what is the common problem with evo series and especially on evo5?
thanks again.
thanks,
but reffering from 1st page, it mentioned that most evos have problems with transmission, sooner or later.... if it does, how to detect it quickly to reduce the damage impact, or to minimize repairing cost?
but reffering from 1st page, it mentioned that most evos have problems with transmission, sooner or later.... if it does, how to detect it quickly to reduce the damage impact, or to minimize repairing cost?
Mitsubishi makes pretty lousy gearboxes, but that doesn't mean that they're destined for failure. The W5M51 that comes with the E5 is prone to notchiness when the gearbox fluid is cold, but other than that, there aren't any major issues with it.
Because the Evo makes a lot of torque, poor shifting habits can also quickly demolish your gearbox. Take care to shift precisely and deliberately to prevent mashing your gears and the box should last you the lifetime of the car if you maintain it properly. Power-shifting is a surefire way to find bits of gears and synchros when you drain your gearbox. NEVER powershift with an Evo unless you have a built 'box.
The V and VI also has potential issues with broken front differential bolts, but that's a small price to pay as it means that you also get a front limited slip diff. The bolts are cheap but the labour to replace them is not, as you have to drop your entire front end.
Manual gearboxes are pretty straightforward. If the gears crunch or baulk during shifting, the synchros are gone. Notchiness is fine, but crunching is never good. Popping out of gears means worn gear teeth.
Other than that, most gear-related problems can be attributed to the clutch, of which the Evo has a truly pathetic one. Slipping, gear selection difficulty, in-gear creep, judder, etc. are all problems with the clutch or clutch adjustment. Though easier to treat, it is by no means a cheap solution. Evo clutches are some of the most expensive around, inch for inch.
Hope this helps and good luck with finding a good V.
Because the Evo makes a lot of torque, poor shifting habits can also quickly demolish your gearbox. Take care to shift precisely and deliberately to prevent mashing your gears and the box should last you the lifetime of the car if you maintain it properly. Power-shifting is a surefire way to find bits of gears and synchros when you drain your gearbox. NEVER powershift with an Evo unless you have a built 'box.
The V and VI also has potential issues with broken front differential bolts, but that's a small price to pay as it means that you also get a front limited slip diff. The bolts are cheap but the labour to replace them is not, as you have to drop your entire front end.
Manual gearboxes are pretty straightforward. If the gears crunch or baulk during shifting, the synchros are gone. Notchiness is fine, but crunching is never good. Popping out of gears means worn gear teeth.
Other than that, most gear-related problems can be attributed to the clutch, of which the Evo has a truly pathetic one. Slipping, gear selection difficulty, in-gear creep, judder, etc. are all problems with the clutch or clutch adjustment. Though easier to treat, it is by no means a cheap solution. Evo clutches are some of the most expensive around, inch for inch.
Hope this helps and good luck with finding a good V.
Hi all,
I am also searching for evo 7. Today i when up to one used cars next to BMW show room & Ford Show room at Jalan Ampang. There 1 unreg. evo7, yellow colour. Price offer is RM155k (no yet nego)
Anyone of u guys knowing the background of the car's ?
very hard to find unreg. evo 7... :(
I am also searching for evo 7. Today i when up to one used cars next to BMW show room & Ford Show room at Jalan Ampang. There 1 unreg. evo7, yellow colour. Price offer is RM155k (no yet nego)
Anyone of u guys knowing the background of the car's ?
very hard to find unreg. evo 7... :(
If it's unregistered, how is anyone here going to know the 'background' of the car?
No worries, dude. Just teasing only :)
Good luck with your hunt. And hope you find a decent one. If you expand your search to include registered cars, you'll find a whole lot more to choose from.
Unregistered is nice cos you get to choose your own number, but is no guarantee that the car has been well-cared for by its previous owner. So unless you desperately want your own number, don't get so hung up on unreg. cars.
Good luck with your hunt. And hope you find a decent one. If you expand your search to include registered cars, you'll find a whole lot more to choose from.
Unregistered is nice cos you get to choose your own number, but is no guarantee that the car has been well-cared for by its previous owner. So unless you desperately want your own number, don't get so hung up on unreg. cars.
Some maintainance tips from Ralliart UK for Evos:
Service Guidelines [Evolution IV – IX] from Ralliart UK
EVERY 4,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
1. Check operation of all exterior lights
2. Check condition of wiper blades
3. Check auxiliary drive belts for damage/tension
4. Replenish washer fluid level
5. Replenish inter-cooler spray system
6. Check break line for leaks
7. Check rear differential oil level
8. Replace AYC fluids [diffs + reservoir]
9. Replace engine oil [fully synthetic oil only]
10. Replace engine oil filter
11. Check brake pads/discs for wear
12. Check tyres for damage/wear
13. Check/reset engine idle speed
EVERY 9,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
1. Check all turbo hoses for damage and security
2. Check condition of the air filter
3. Check cooling system for leaks
4. Check brake/clutch fluid levels
5. Check battery levels. Replenish were necessary
6. Check f/r suspension for damage and security
7. Check steering system for damage and security
8. Check gearbox oil level
9. Check transfer box oil level
10. Check brake/clutch pedals for travel/adjustment
11. Check/adjust hand brake travel
12. Swap tyres front to rear [if required]
13. Check condition of body
EVERY 18,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
1. Replace brake fluid
2. Replace air filter
3. Replace coolant. Check system for leaks
4. Check HT leads
5. Check drive shafts and gaiters
6. Check fuel pipes for damage and security
EVERY 45,000 MILES OR 60 MONTHS
1. Replace timing belts A and B
2. Replace spark plugs
3. Replace fuel filter
4. Check secondary air system hoses for leaks
5. Check crankcase control system/pipes
EVERY SERVICE
Carry out a full road test to check correct operation of all systems
Use this onli as a guide line or references...
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Service Guidelines [Evolution IV – IX] from Ralliart UK
EVERY 4,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
1. Check operation of all exterior lights
2. Check condition of wiper blades
3. Check auxiliary drive belts for damage/tension
4. Replenish washer fluid level
5. Replenish inter-cooler spray system
6. Check break line for leaks
7. Check rear differential oil level
8. Replace AYC fluids [diffs + reservoir]
9. Replace engine oil [fully synthetic oil only]
10. Replace engine oil filter
11. Check brake pads/discs for wear
12. Check tyres for damage/wear
13. Check/reset engine idle speed
EVERY 9,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
1. Check all turbo hoses for damage and security
2. Check condition of the air filter
3. Check cooling system for leaks
4. Check brake/clutch fluid levels
5. Check battery levels. Replenish were necessary
6. Check f/r suspension for damage and security
7. Check steering system for damage and security
8. Check gearbox oil level
9. Check transfer box oil level
10. Check brake/clutch pedals for travel/adjustment
11. Check/adjust hand brake travel
12. Swap tyres front to rear [if required]
13. Check condition of body
EVERY 18,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
1. Replace brake fluid
2. Replace air filter
3. Replace coolant. Check system for leaks
4. Check HT leads
5. Check drive shafts and gaiters
6. Check fuel pipes for damage and security
EVERY 45,000 MILES OR 60 MONTHS
1. Replace timing belts A and B
2. Replace spark plugs
3. Replace fuel filter
4. Check secondary air system hoses for leaks
5. Check crankcase control system/pipes
EVERY SERVICE
Carry out a full road test to check correct operation of all systems
Use this onli as a guide line or references...
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Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
how about the evo7 gearbox, does it has problem like the evo5 as mentioned looooong before?? just wanna ask a lil, still doing my research and look see look see before deciding.... thanx a lot sifus...
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
harpoon,
Hvnt heard much abt E7 gearbox problem til date from our members... Actually it depends alot on the driver too, the way he drive n the way he uses the gearbox!!! If hardcore driving all the time, wear & tear faster than other who always drive carefully n slowly...
harpoon,
Hvnt heard much abt E7 gearbox problem til date from our members... Actually it depends alot on the driver too, the way he drive n the way he uses the gearbox!!! If hardcore driving all the time, wear & tear faster than other who always drive carefully n slowly...
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
thanx s9
the gearbox gotto be good then i guess. after around 7 years after manufacture without much complain, then i think if i get one, i dun have to worry much.
even so, if there's problem, what kind of problem owner may face n is it expensive to rectify it. how about the acd and ayc, does it last long?? i know it depends on how you handle it and how you maintain, say if i maintain it as what the manufacturer suggest and some trackdays + street play once in a while, will it reliable and all....
thanx bro's
thanx s9
the gearbox gotto be good then i guess. after around 7 years after manufacture without much complain, then i think if i get one, i dun have to worry much.
even so, if there's problem, what kind of problem owner may face n is it expensive to rectify it. how about the acd and ayc, does it last long?? i know it depends on how you handle it and how you maintain, say if i maintain it as what the manufacturer suggest and some trackdays + street play once in a while, will it reliable and all....
thanx bro's
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
harpoon,
If u maintain it nicely according to the plan, u'll b ok... Regular maintainance r very important for a car like Evo, especially lubricant & oils...
As for AYC, on & off i heard there were problems such as the lights all 'on' at the same time... But no worry, its not expansive to rectify it... I forgot what caused the problem as i cant re-call... Mayb other members can give u some ideas on this...
Evo is a very reliable car if u take care of it nicely... Its cheaper to maintain as compare to BMW & Merc... Of cause u cant put it with Wira & Myvi la... Diff league, no disrespect!!!
Make sure u get a healthy car, then u shld b ok n wil b enjoying the car very much!!!
harpoon,
If u maintain it nicely according to the plan, u'll b ok... Regular maintainance r very important for a car like Evo, especially lubricant & oils...
As for AYC, on & off i heard there were problems such as the lights all 'on' at the same time... But no worry, its not expansive to rectify it... I forgot what caused the problem as i cant re-call... Mayb other members can give u some ideas on this...
Evo is a very reliable car if u take care of it nicely... Its cheaper to maintain as compare to BMW & Merc... Of cause u cant put it with Wira & Myvi la... Diff league, no disrespect!!!
Make sure u get a healthy car, then u shld b ok n wil b enjoying the car very much!!!
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
The BIGGEST problem is u will be pokai after getting the evo. Because there will be so many nice item to put in yur car later.
The BIGGEST problem is u will be pokai after getting the evo. Because there will be so many nice item to put in yur car later.
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
quite true cannondale..... u can open any local or intl car magz n there's so many stuffs i can put in, either in the engine, drivetrain or cockpit..... al big racun one
s9, in that case, when i'm out looking for it can i get u to teman me around, can be the adviser + get perks, can try those cars in the shop + i belanja u makan2.... heheheh, if i really wanna go down this road, i need lotsa advice and expert view, me noobs with turbo, but vtec can can la....
thanx bro
quite true cannondale..... u can open any local or intl car magz n there's so many stuffs i can put in, either in the engine, drivetrain or cockpit..... al big racun one
s9, in that case, when i'm out looking for it can i get u to teman me around, can be the adviser + get perks, can try those cars in the shop + i belanja u makan2.... heheheh, if i really wanna go down this road, i need lotsa advice and expert view, me noobs with turbo, but vtec can can la....
thanx bro
Re: Buying an Lancer Evo?
harpoon,
If u need advise, no pro... V got a member who own a work shop at Happy Garden, Old Klang Road, he can mayb teman u for the car inspection!!! Cos he did so to others too... Hehehe... Me a bit tough, working most of the time... But u can always let me know when u r viewing the car... Mayb v can intro our dealer to u oso... Things can b arranged no pro la, no cant guarantee 100% free to teman ya!!!
Yeah, Cannon is right... Too many things to b added onto our car, be it performance stuffs or bodykits... I think dump in rm100k oso not enough!!! LoLzzzzzzzzzz...
Happy Hunting!!!
harpoon,
If u need advise, no pro... V got a member who own a work shop at Happy Garden, Old Klang Road, he can mayb teman u for the car inspection!!! Cos he did so to others too... Hehehe... Me a bit tough, working most of the time... But u can always let me know when u r viewing the car... Mayb v can intro our dealer to u oso... Things can b arranged no pro la, no cant guarantee 100% free to teman ya!!!
Yeah, Cannon is right... Too many things to b added onto our car, be it performance stuffs or bodykits... I think dump in rm100k oso not enough!!! LoLzzzzzzzzzz...
Happy Hunting!!!
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