Can't get Evo 9 in JDM. I'm not in favour of AusDM EVO, seems not as original as the JDM, different seat base, the base not as much support, no secondary bypasser thus more lag than the jdm, slightly more detune for pollution reason, etc.....
I have to agree. I'd much rather get the EVO 8 MR Japanese Spec. Evo 9 seats here have the Japanese EVO 9 GT seats (not enuf support), which is the luxury model..so the seats have to accomodate those with FAT butts i suppose.
BUT more importantly, the EVO 8 MR has more performance goodies..it is Mitsubishi Racing. Rather than the local 9 which has a detuned ECU, and Bilstein suspension only comes optional. Although i understand that the 9 has been lowered at the rear to avoid unecessary AYC usage to give the car more of a 'natural' feel. Having said all that I think EVO 8 MR is the one to go for, I mean more for the 'Performance Junkie' I must say.
Then again if you're into heavy modification and forget about all aspects of comfort, get the EVO 7-9 RS..tune it to your spec, change all the parts to your liking and you have your dream car! ....Ok i better stop crapping on...I just get all excited with Evos!