Not Sold | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V GSR

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Not Sold (Est: £23,000 - £26,000)

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V GSR

United Kingdom • 31 Jul 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V GSR is a rare, UK-owned example with approximately 75,000 miles, finished in Palma Red. It's mostly original, with recent maintenance and a long MOT, making it a collectible and enjoyable classic rallying legend.

Condition

7

The car is described as presenting beautifully and original with all the right decals. The exterior presents beautifully and is original with all the right decals, very hard to find one, let alone in this condition, which indicates well-maintained but not perfect condition. Slight wear may be visible, requiring minor reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

CP9A0001670

Odometer:

75,000 miles

Reg Number:

R173 WFV

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Background Mitsubishi had enjoyed much success in rallying all around the world since 1973 with their Galant, Lancer and Starion.

However, in 1992 the decision was made to fully commit to winning the World Rally Championship (WRC).

Utilising the best of the technologies established through previous years, including their much-refined four-wheel drive S-AWC system (Super-All Wheel Control), the Lancer GSR Evolution model series was launched.

True to its name, the series has undergone an ongoing evolution process ever since its introduction, with improvements in engine performance and handling leading to the Evolution II in 1993 and the Evolution III in 1995.

The Evolution V continued the process with a further increase in engine torque and substantially improved handling, launched in January 1998 and produced for only a year, the Lancer Evolution V took up the motorsport mantle, at least in terms of the WRC.

A new ruling allowing a bigger body gave Mitsubishi the opportunity to ex...