1998 Mitsubishi Lancer - Evolution V 5

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V – Japanese Car, Left-Hand Drive

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The 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V represents one of the most iconic generations of Mitsubishi's legendary rally-bred performance cars. Developed directly from Mitsubishi's World Rally Championship programme, the Evolution combined advanced four-wheel-drive technology, a powerful turbocharged engine and aggressive yet functional engineering into one of the defining Japanese performance cars of the 1990s.

The Evolution V introduced a significant development over its predecessors, with wider bodywork, revised suspension and an evolved four-wheel-drive system. Together with its distinctive styling and formidable performance, it quickly established itself as one of the most desirable generations of the Lancer Evolution.

This particular example is an original Japanese-market car, subsequently converted to left-hand drive. The conversion allows the car to be enjoyed in a European driving environment while retaining its Japanese-market origin and character.

The car is presented in very clean condition and has been carefully upgraded in selected areas while retaining the distinctive character and appearance of the Evolution V.

The exhaust system has been modified and is legally registered. The modification is not only documented in the vehicle's registration, but the car has also been tested on a dynamometer, demonstrating that it produces more power than the original factory specification.

The suspension has also been completely upgraded to a Bilstein setup. This modification is likewise registered and provides the car with an upgraded suspension configuration while maintaining the performance-oriented character of the Evolution V.

The wheels are not the original factory wheels. The original wheels are unfortunately no longer available with the vehicle.

The exterior displays the unmistakable Evolution V design, including its wider bodywork, pronounced wheel arches, aggressive front end, rear spoiler and purposeful stance. Every element of the design has a clear functional connection to the car's performance and rally heritage.

The interior retains the characteristic driver-focused character of the Lancer Evolution. The dashboard, instrumentation and sporting layout create an authentic late-1990s Japanese performance-car atmosphere.

At the heart of the Evolution V is Mitsubishi's legendary turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, coupled with a manual transmission and sophisticated all-wheel-drive system. Together with the registered exhaust modification and Bilstein suspension, the car offers an enhanced specification compared with a completely standard Evolution V.

Specifications

Model: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V

Year: 1998

Engine: 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol

Transmission: Manual

Drive: All-wheel drive

Origin: Japan

Steering: Converted to left-hand drive

Condition: Very clean condition

Exhaust: Modified, registered

Performance: Dynamometer-tested, producing more power than factory specification

Suspension: Bilstein, completely upgraded and registered

Wheels: Non-original wheels; original wheels not available

Specification: Japanese-market Evolution V

Details

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V

Originally from Japan

Converted to left-hand drive

Very clean condition

Turbocharged 2.0-litre engine

Manual transmission

Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system

Modified and registered exhaust system

Dynamometer-tested with increased power compared with factory specification

Completely upgraded Bilstein suspension

Bilstein setup registered

Non-original wheels

Original wheels unfortunately not available

Iconic Evolution V styling

Genuine rally-bred engineering

Carefully upgraded specification

Ready to drive and enjoy

Highlights

1998 Evolution V

Japanese-market car

Left-hand-drive conversion

Very clean presentation

Turbocharged four-cylinder engine

Manual gearbox

All-wheel drive

Registered exhaust modification

Dynamometer-tested increased power

Bilstein suspension upgrade

Registered suspension modification

Distinctive Evolution V bodywork

Legendary Mitsubishi rally heritage

Highly sought-after 1990s Japanese performance car

The Evolution V

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution became one of the defining performance-car stories of the 1990s. Developed with extensive input from Mitsubishi's rally programme, the Evolution combined compact dimensions with advanced four-wheel-drive technology and a powerful turbocharged engine.

The fifth-generation Evolution marked another significant step in the model's development. The wider body, revised suspension and increasingly sophisticated drivetrain gave the Evolution V an even more purposeful character while maintaining the fundamental philosophy of the series.

This 1998 example is particularly interesting as an original Japanese-market car that has been converted to left-hand drive. Its current configuration makes it particularly suited to European use, while retaining the character and provenance of a Japanese-market Evolution V.

The car has been upgraded in selected technical areas. The exhaust system has been modified and is registered accordingly. A dynamometer test has documented that the vehicle produces more power than the original factory specification.

The suspension has been completely changed to a Bilstein setup, which is also registered. This provides the car with an upgraded suspension configuration while remaining in keeping with the performance-focused nature of the Evolution V.

The wheels are not original factory items. The original wheels are unfortunately no longer available.

These modifications mean that this Evolution V should not be considered a completely original or factory-standard example. Instead, it represents a carefully specified and documented example with selected performance-oriented upgrades, while retaining the distinctive appearance, mechanical character and heritage of the Evolution V.

The combination of Japanese provenance, left-hand-drive configuration, documented modifications, increased dynamometer-tested power and Bilstein suspension makes this an interesting example for enthusiasts of Japanese performance cars and the golden era of 1990s rally-bred automobiles.

A very clean 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V, originally from Japan and converted to left-hand drive, featuring a registered exhaust modification, documented increased power on a dynamometer test and a completely upgraded, registered Bilstein suspension setup.

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