The good old Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX is car that many would not even give a second glance to, it is a name thing and a history matter, people remember those older cars that were small and not very interesting.
However, as with most brands, the Lancer changed all of that and suddenly the Lancer was popular, but being liked by people is not enough the Lancer needs to be loved and nurtured. It is the only that anyone can develop a beautiful car like this one from Paul Gongora, he has taken the car and in stages has built a most desirable car.
One thing about Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions is that when they have been built up, it seems the exhaust has been run through the speaker system. Why do they always have to be so noisy? Of course for some owners loud is good, as you can imagine this one is very loud and we are not talking about the colour either.
Fast Facts
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO IX
Owner Paul Gongora
Hometown
Rosemead, CA
Daily Grind Student/Professional Bum
Under The Hood 2.0L Turbo-charged 4G63 MIVEC engine; HKS Kansai Service carbon-fibre spark plug cover, Kansai Service carbon-fibre intake box, Kansai Service downpipe, Kansai Service head gasket, Intake cam gear, timing belt, balancing belt, valve springs, valve retainers, carbon Ti exhaust, suction intake, R-Spec intercooler, intercooler piping; Sard oil catch can, fuel pressure regulator; Robi Spec carbon-fibre fuse box cover; Walbro 255 fuel pump; Blitz/Denso 1000cc injectors; Okada plasma direct ignition spark, Beatrush under panel
Drive train HKS dual-plate clutch
Brains HKS turbo timer, DB boost gauge, DB exhaust temp gauge, DB Oil temp gauge, I/F link unit
Stiff Stuff Hipermax 3 coilovers, Kansai Service front and rear strut bars, Kansai Service front and rear sway bars, Kansai Service sub frame brace, Kasai service 6-point roll cage
Rollers 18X9 Advan RS wheels; 255/35ZR/18 BFGoodrich KDW tires
Stoppers Stock EVO IX Brembo brakes
Outside HKS Kansai Service front bumper, Kansai Service oil cooler guide, Kansai Service carbon-fibre front lip, Kansai Service carbon-fibre hood, Kansai Service carbon-fibre mirror covers; Varis 10mm wide carbon-fibre fenders, carbon-fibre fender air guides, carbon- fibre trunk, Super Taikyu side skirts, Super Taikyu carbon-fibre side skirt diffuser, carbon-fibre rear diffuser; JDM EVO IX rear bumper; PPG Wineberry candy paint
Inside Bride Cuga seats; Takata harnesses w/gel pads; full black suede custom interior w/partial tweed; HKS Kansai Service floor mats, shift knob; Nardi black suede steering wheel; Ralliart carbon-fibre shift console, Works Bell steering hub and quick release
Ice (3) JL Audio 12″ W7 subwoofers, (3) 1000X1 amplifiers, 450/4 amplifier; MB Quart front and rear speakers; Eclipse 8″ double-DIN TV w/Navigation; (2) Nesa 7″ visor monitors; (2) Optima yellow top batteries; Creative Audio custom monitor enclosure, subwoofer enclosure, amplifier rack and back speaker enclosure
Source [Super Street Online]
Mitsubishi Lancer EVO | CW Seibon Venter Hoods 03-06 [SEI-HD0305MITEVO8-CW]
Product Description
Specific:
General: Seibon Carbon Fiber Hoods EVO Style
Replicating one of the most popular Rally vehicles on the market, the Vented Carbon Fibre Hood brings the racing image of a Mitsubishi Evolution right to your car. The hood scoops have been cleverly designed in order to manipulate the air flow underneath the hood. Efficiently, the minimal weight of this hood brings a great advantage to your racing ability by eliminating unnecessary force. Bring life back into your vehicle with the Seibon Vented Carbon Fibre Hood.
Highest Quality Grade-A Carbon Fibre
Solid Under body Hood Skeletons/Reinforcements
Exclusive Designs
All Hoods Utilize a Glossy Clear Coat & UV Protection
Elite Hood Scoops for Optimal Engine-Air Intake
Custom Manufacturing for Precise Fitment
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Priced at $1,342.82
Source [Amazon]
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo: The Road Car & WRC Story (Hardcover)
Product Details
Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: Veloce (February 1, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1845840550
ISBN-13: 978-1845840556
Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.5 x 1 inches
Product Description
The Lancer name conjures up many different images. For some, it evokes memories of the first-generation cars, introduced in 1973, which fought with the best on the Safari Rally and came out the victors. Others will remember the second-generation models–especially the turbocharged versions, the original Mitsubishi wolf in sheep’s clothing–and who could not be aware of the Evolution (Evo) series, launched in 1992? Forged in the fierce heat of WRC competition and honed by years of continuous development, the Lancer Evolution is not only one of the greatest rally cars of all time, it is also a desirable high-performance road car, too. Written in Japan with the full cooperation of Mitsubishi and key staff members, this is the definitive international story of all the world’s Lancers, whether they carried Mitsubishi, Dodge, Colt, Plymouth, Valiant, Eagle, Proton, or Hyundai badges, with special emphasis on the Evolution models.
Priced at $32.20
Source [Amazon]
