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I wanted something that was practical (4 doors, AWD for snow), cheap enough to mod (~$30k MSRP and cheaper than Euro cars to mod), and was fun and fast. I debated a lot but finally decided after a month of research to go the rally route. This way I can track the car without feeling that the car is too nice to mess up (like my M3). And I found it in the Evo.  |
The M3 gets to be the garage queen while I have fun modding this baby. |
The car comes with Brembo brakes on all 4 wheels! Brembo package is about $4k for the M3 and it comes standard with the Evo! |
I'm not used to that huge Carbon Fiber wing in the back so I may change it to a smaller one for everyday driving. When on the track I could switch that back. We'll see though.  |
Unlike the STi, this comes with a stereo with CD player, yey! |
Is it me or the 17" wheels look a little small? Maybe the 19" wheels of the M3 spoiled me. But for racing it's good coz tires will be cheaper. |
I think this car looks pretty evil.. it's got this smile that has a hint of mischief. Look at that huge intake too. |
Of course since I'm an HID freak, I must have xenons. |
This engine is proven to be able to handle so much stress and modifications. There are upgrade kits now for this to boost power to over 700hp! I will probably shoot for just around 400-500 for optimum fun around track coz I'm not making it a drag racer. Did you know the boost is at 19 psi at stock? Kinda high I thought but there are mods that make it go higher than 30! WTF? |
And to go along with the purpose of the car, it comes with light Recaro seats suitable for racing. No power, no leather that I"m used to, but it's perfect. |
One last look at the Brembo brakes and the Enkei wheels |
The car looks at home on grass, mud, whatever.. rally car versatility :-) |