Mitsubishi Evo X

[Bagpuss]

Hmmm great from the front and side however it looks like a diving bell at the rear... what a shame.

I like the back the most

http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/794...30-T5-i008.jpg


reminds me of the 1980s coupe they did

http://www.forum-auto.com/uploads/20...5_100_3824.jpg

[Churchill]

Anyone considering or bought one of these?

Or should I stick to the plan and go for the Golf GTI...

You're a dreamer.

If you were going to get one then you would've ordered it already, you wouldn't be asking for advice from an audience that's debating the purchase of GTA IV...

[beaker]

You're a dreamer.

If you were going to get one then you would've ordered it already, you wouldn't be asking for advice from an audience that's debating the purchase of GTA IV...

Err... if you'd read my earlier post you'd understand that I'm planning to buy either one when I return to Oz. Anyway...

[Chugnut]

Nicest Bitsamissin Evo they've done IMO, pity it took ten revisions of absolute munters.

Expect brutal ride quality, running costs, and insurance, but awesome performance and handling. The Golf will be a lot easier to live with, easier to sell and run I'd imagine but understeertastic being front wheel drive maybe?

If it's just for weekend blasts, for goodness sake go with the Evo.

[BoredBloke]

Shortly after you buy your Evo, expect to have some chav break into your house to nick your keys while you are sleeping.

[PAH]

Shortly after you buy your Evo, expect to have some chav break into your house to nick your keys while you are sleeping.

Park it up the road outside a neighbour you don't like. Got the inspiration from Wilmslow.

As for the Evo X, if it looked like the concept version I'd be interested.

[PAH]

Call me sad but I prefer this over the GTi


http://www.volvocars.com/uk/models/c...s/default.aspx

Petrol
C30 T5 (230 PS)

Starts at £19,995 on the road
Sporty five-cylinder 2.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine 320 Nm available from just 1500 revs 0 to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds Dual continuously variable valve timing Available with six-speed manual or five-speed Geartronic automatic transmission

I'd get the Focus ST instead. Same engine, better car.

[Bagpuss]

I'd get the Focus ST instead. Same engine, better car.

No thanks, Ford make cars for chavs

[swamp]

The Golf GTI is a great car. Very good steering and handling, very practical, great engine, great seats, nice(ish) looks, good economy too (35mpg). It's the best all-round car you can buy.

Only minor let downs are the seats not folding forward very well on my 3-door, and the interior quality is not quite premium standard (but then it's only a VW). Also the options list is a bit mean -- how much does it cost VW to put in a multi-function steering wheel, or a high-line display?!

Recommend getting 3-door in diamond black, it will hold its value best. Don't get "tornado red" unless you're a chav, and only motoring journalists like "candy white". I personally prefer my 17" Monzas to the 18" ones which kerb too easily and are not so gentle on speed humps. Oh and make sure it's got an arm rest. And if it's 2007+ you'll get an MP3 player too

HTH

Update: I've just read you're going to buy in Oz. In which case you may want candy white after all

[miffy]

No thanks, Ford make cars for chavs

I agree. I've had three Golf GTI's so far. They have a classier image than the chav-mobile Fords.

Focus ST just makes me think "council estate" every time I see one. Every male on benefits aspires to own one after they've graduated from prison.