They are Bi-Zexon no? Maybe the shutter is misadjusted. Could just be like you said though a chinesse knock off. They are never as good as OEM.

A 9 grand claim I doubt they would use after market parts. There are many factors that can cause the light to be off. The rad support and any brackets holding the light can play a factor.

It could be a bulb seating issue on the passenger side. Make sure the bulb is in there correctly.
Other then that, it could certainly be caused by a none OEM headlight housing.

Its been hard driving a slow car with DSM not on the road so I pulled the trigger and got a used Evo X MR
Introducing 2011 Mitsubishi Evolution MR Premium package with 30k miles. After intense search i found one in pristine condition.







Took it to work today and so far i am very impressed how SST shifts. Suspension is a bit hard but i am getting used to it. My TPMS System Malfunction message came on. Dealer offered extended warranty for 48 month but i refused it. Still have factory Powertrain Warranty 5y 60k. Dealer said i can come back and still add warranty until end of this week. Should i? Extra 2k for 48 months bumper to bumper.

More reviews to follow.

Awesome Alex! What made you pick the MR vs GSR?

As for the warranty, I'd probably do it. Parts are damn expensive on this car when they break!

Does the powertrain cover your ACD/AYC Pump? I guess since you're away from the salt.. you should be fine.. but that's one of the common problems lots of guys have had.

My clutch master cylinder blew last weekend. Went in for a recall service 6 months ago on it too... Not covered because I have an aftermarket clutch.

Thanks Mike,
Here is why i chose MR:
- my wife can drive it when i need outlander
- 6 speed vs 5 speed GSR. Lower rpms on highway
- Love the engineering behind SST. It also does launch control like GSR
- MRs are usually less abused than GSR when buying used.
- better squipped than GSR. Came with HID, remote entry, fosgate sound, leather
- like the MR emblem

Still haven't had a chance to red line her but shifts are crisp and quick, love it

Wow Alex! I think you made the right call going MR for the reasons you mention.

Congrats!

Glad you got one Alex, congrats! You'll get used to the suspension quick. I find it to be just perfect for daily driving. I didn't get the extended warranty with mines, but the only thing that does worry me is the ACD pump which seems like might need replacing at around 100k if it fails. Other than that I'd only want the extended warranty for the SST tranny. I am not too worried about my GSR as the trans is pretty stout. Even if something were to ever happen, it would be pretty easy for me to rebuild

If you plan on modding it, I wouldn't worry about the extra warranty.

Congrats on a nice ride!
A tough call on the extended warranty-usually I tell friends to say no as they are a huge money maker for stealerships; except when buying something that has a poor reliability record. And the SST has had a higher percentage of failure than many other transmissions. $12,000 for a new one=yikes! That being said, Jacks Transmissions now rebuilds them for reasonable $. But looked after I believe there's no reason they shouldn't last, so get the fluid and filter changed soon-don't wait for the reccommended interval!

Congrats and nice ride !

Thanks Terry! Evo X looks best in White


Thanks Gui!



Thanks Mike!


Thanks Reza.
I decided not to go with extended warranty. You right I heard how expensive SST is when it goes down so I'll be looking at some sort of powertrain extended warranty right before my factory expires. Suspension is not problem at all now that I've been driving it for few days. Just need to avoid big potholes. Handling in the Evo is unmatched to anything else i driven. So far i am very satisfied that i got an Evo X



Thanks Wade. I decided against the warranty. I can fix small stuff as they brake but I just want to avoid spending big dollars on major drivetrain parts. so I am happy with powertrain for now. BTW recommended oil/filter change interval for SST is 30k miles. Looks like i need to change it now.



thanks Dave

2015 Evolution X pics:
http://www.southcoastmitsubishi.com...esa-3a57fa850a0a00b549df3590e2a65b80.htm

No more Recaros and they added side mirror lights. I'm glad I scooped up a 2014 model at the right time

I do however miss having the adjustable HID headlights and Rockford fossgate system which they offer in the US as an SSS package. I will add these two upgrades to my evo in the near future.

Those new seats looks like a joke. My dealer did warned me about those downgrades, looks like he was right




Glad I scooped up a 2011 MR model with SSS package Btw MR has been my best daily driver to date. Plenty of space for the family, amazing response, and goes anywhere i go. I wish i could try her in the snow

I wonder if they also made "cuts" anywhere else.

Here is more info on 2015 changes.

Most importantly the 2015 model is US only (not sure about Canada). Everywhere else it's been discontinued.

Even better if it doesn't get offered in Canada, that makes my Evo more valuable

Any news on the Hybrid Evo's that are suppose to come out?
Those should be unreal.

That is pathetic.

The seats in my Hyundai are sportier and have more character than that...

It's lightweight fabric though.

Not even heated.

Here is one thing i learned about EVO!
After you drive it for awhile you do get that the most amazing thing about EVO is handling, AWD, turbo, and much more responsive 4B11T engine than 4g63 in a DSM. Seats, HID, stereo, are nice but it's only 10% of what EVO really is. As a comparison, it spools way sooner than 2G with T25 and pulls even harder than EVO3 16G. I think stock boost is about 25psi but it drops below 20 near readline.

Looks like it only applies to the US. Recaros still available in 2015 Canadian models.

not very good news for you Reza
I doubt they will have many available plus most (if not all) will have 2014 build date on the vin sticker.

Was yours built in 2013 ?

I bought mines in December 2013. I think it was built September 2013. Good thing is I got it with the few recalls already done, like upgraded CMC. Haven't had any issues with it at all , and just like you mentioned, all the extra bells and whistles are not really what make the Evo. You buy this vehicle for the performance aspects of it. Words can't explain how well this car drives!

Goods news, no need to worry about those ACD's anymore. The warranty is being extended to 10 years, 160,000 kms

http://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...ulic-unit-warranty-extension-issued.html

Amazing! Would this still be covered for a 2nd owner of the vehicle?

Yes, it says it is transferable on the TSB.

I would imagine the warranty is active 10 years from the purchase date, regardless of ownership.

Missed that. Thanks for the info Reza

Defiantly good news from Mitsubishi and perfect Christmas gift for many EVO fans. Mitsu just made driving EVO in the winter so much more enjoyable. Those warranty covered parts combined go for about 1500 USD before taxes and shipping.

Here is how my 3 year old underbody looks like:

Trying to make your own slicks Alex?

Looks clean Alex, lucky your in Cali. I have already rust proofed the undercarriage twice myself since buying it last December.

Looks like his OEM Yoka Advans still have a lot of meat on them. Its a very sticky quick wearing tire, but no where close to looking like slicks.

Yep those are stock Yokohama ADVAN A13C Ultra High Performance Summer 245/40R18 tires with 40,000 miles. Expensive tires to replace thats for sure. I may as well drive them to the wires lol





BTW here is how EVO X stock wheels looks on 2G:









I also consider rust proofing her just in case if I need to permanently move back to GTA. After meeting with Terry S. and Mike Degli Angelis i want to purchase this product and spray sensitive areas in the engine bay and undercarriage. Thanks again Mike Degli Angelis

Haha well that's alright.
2g looks good with those rims!

All recalls/service bulletin apply to the vehicle not how many owners there have been. If you haven't registered yourself as the owner of the vehicle with the manufacturer you will not receive the letters. Takes 5 mins you should always register any cars you buy and if you move.

I already coated my evo x with amsoil hd metal protector, got it from Mike as well. It's an excellent product.

Got my acd warranty extension in the mail today. Mitsubishi will reimburse you if you have paid for the repair yourself as long as you have original receipts and proof of payment.

Yeeeee amsoils good stuff! Use it everywhere you can you won't be disappointed!
Glad to see mitsu is gunna pay you back that's pretty awesome. Prolly wouldn't see any other company come clean

Also found mine in the mail box today


Glad to see Mitsu stepping forward to extend warranty

Considering dropping EVO with these springs by Tein.

The EVO should looks similar to:


I never tried lowered springs before so I am not sure how well they work & if they will damage stock shocks. With Talon i went straight to coilovers and never looked back.

Well I think ziggy actually mentions this on his site, that lowering springs will reduce the life of your shocks cause your essentially using them in a zone that they weren't originally designed for.