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tuffguy · 03-07-2005, 05:26 PM

Finally got around to taking some pics of the car... (TT, can I get my sig back?

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Vids:
revving the engine
pulling out

Custom shots:

Pics:

TT · 03-07-2005, 05:44 PM

Now that we have everythink, you can put your sign back dude

thanks, looks nice and new

nice pics too

bultaco_metralla · 03-07-2005, 05:44 PM

Wow man !! what a ----- (censored) -------- car you have there !!! ITS FUCKING AWESOME !!! only one thing.... white colour ??

Pimp Racer · 03-07-2005, 05:49 PM

Really nice! I still havent had the chance to take "proper" ( as in custom shots ) of our cars yet.

My brother wont let me take pics of his car but I took a few but they are kinda crappy.

tuffguy · 03-07-2005, 06:00 PM

Originally Posted by bultaco_metralla

only one thing.... white colour ??

It wasn't my first choice, but I don't really mind it, it's pearly, and it's not very common. Plus I got a $600 discount for taking this over a silver one.

Originally Posted by thamar

what about the engine?

what about it?

hemi_fan · 03-07-2005, 07:08 PM

Test drove one of these. They are pretty peppy cars, good brakes, good handling. The transmission is shared with the EVO versions. 2.4L engine, 160hp did its job. My dad was gunna buy one but the taxes raised the price too high so he bailed. Nice photo taking skills btw.

gis · 03-07-2005, 07:20 PM

Nice car,i cant say im familiar with it,first time i seen any pics of this car b4.what are the specs of it?

SilviaEvo · 03-07-2005, 08:16 PM

^^around 10 grand to like 16 i think

tuffguy · 03-15-2005, 11:43 PM

$18.5k for the Ralliart. Evo's $30k.

BADMIHAI · 03-16-2005, 12:58 AM

Originally Posted by thamar

What kind'a engine does it has, that's what I mean

It has a four cylinder, four stroke engine.

It's just the pussy N/A version.

Nice car BTW! 8)

TransAm · 03-16-2005, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by BADMIHAI

Originally Posted by thamar

What kind'a engine does it has, that's what I mean

It has a four cylinder, four stroke engine.

It's just the pussy N/A version.

Nice car BTW! 8)

We only get the EVOs in the UK (any maybe europe, IIRC?), so no doubt everyone has seen "Ralliart" and got excited.

It is a lovely car however, Tuffguy.

nthfinity · 03-16-2005, 10:58 PM

if my memory serves me correctly, there is: the Lancer, Lancer Ralliart, and Lancer Evolution (MR and urban jungle)
the ralliart has variable valve timing which the standard lancer does not. the main difference between the mitsu variable valve system, and say... handa's is that the mistu has three separate valve timings, and the honda only has two.

anyway, nice car tuffguy

666fast · 03-17-2005, 01:09 AM

Originally Posted by nthfinity

if my memory serves me correctly, there is: the Lancer, Lancer Ralliart, and Lancer Evolution (MR and urban jungle)
the ralliart has variable valve timing which the standard lancer does not. the main difference between the mitsu variable valve system, and say... handa's is that the mistu has three separate valve timings, and the honda only has two.

anyway, nice car tuffguy

There was also the OZ Edition. Which may be the same as the Ralliart.

T-Bird · 03-17-2005, 01:14 AM

actually the Ralliart is the next step up from the OZ rally edition

tuffguy · 03-17-2005, 02:17 AM

In order from cheapest to most expensive:

ES, LS, OZ Rally, Ralliart, Evo RS, Evo, Evo MR

Engines:

120hp 2.0L I4 - ES, LS, OZ
162hp 2.4L I4 - Ralliart (but it dynoes at 150hp. you do the math.)
276hp 2.0L I4 turbo - Evo

As you know, MIVEC will next appear in the Evo IX and in the 4th gen Eclipse. And the Evo X is rumored to get a turboed version of the 2.4L MIVEC.

Motor Trend did a comparo recently and couldn't stop raving about the engine:

This Lancer feels so much more lively than 162hp suggests, largely because it's blessed with one of the most torque-rich and flexible four-cylinder engines ever. Despite its seemingly mediocre specs, the MIVEC-equipped longstroke four delivers butt-flattening torque at nearly any rpm, so you don't need to rev the oil out of it to have any fun.

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Similar to Honda's once-groundbreaking VTEC system, MIVEC uses various cam profiles at different engine speeds. In fact, there are three distinct modes that engage in low-, mid-, and high-speed operation. Unlike the Honda or Toyota systems that change over like a light switch at high (about 6000) rpm, MIVEC's first adjustment occurs at a relatively low 3600 rpm, making it almost imperceptible to the driver.

The result of this sophisticated system is that the engine simply feels larger than 2.4-liters. The system works so well that, despite being rated with the lowest horsepower of the group, the Lancer Ralliart manages to be the fastest car here by a reasonable margin (gearing also helps).

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Another reason the Ralliart feels so connected is that its five-speed shift linkage is taken directly from the more expensive Evolution.

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Adding to that involving experience is a suspension system nearly as dedicated as an Evo's, but without the harshness of that uncompromising model. Firm spring and damper rates all around improve body-roll tendencies and reduce weight transfer in all conditions.

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It's the easiest car in the test to drive on the edge. It tells a driver exactly what's happening and, better yet, what's about to happen in transitions into and out of the corners.

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Brake pedal feel and pedal placement are top-notch. The Ralliart is equipped with ABS and electronic brake-force distribution, which dictates different pressures at front and rear depending on traction conditions. Once a high-end brake system, it's standard equipment on the inexpensive Lancer Ralliart.

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With all it has going for it, the Lancer Ralliart is the closest buyers can get to an Evolution for about $13,000 less. It's a quality, high-performance car that belies its low price and underappreciated World Rally roots. Just do yourself a favor: Buy some better tires with the money you save up front.