Highlights

Only 56,090 miles documented
UK-supplied RHD car from new and never registered abroad
Standard 4G63T 2L engine and turbo
Well maintained to 56,000 miles by specialists
Sensible upgrades to suspension and brakes
Gearbox rebuilt by Steve Hill Motorsport
Spare OE parts included, such as headlights and catalytic converter
Dry stored since 2015 with few miles covered

The Appeal

There are many flavours of Lancer Evo, but the VI has a special place in enthusiasts’ hearts. It was the last version, specifically built for WRC homologation, and the one in which Tommi won his fourth world driver’s title. It is perhaps not surprising, then, that the current long-term keeper of this GSR has kept it in dry storage and used it very sparingly in order to keep the mileage down to just 56,000 miles.

He has shown remarkable restraint because the VI GSR is by any reckoning one of the greatest sporting saloons of all time. Unlike the raw RS, the GSR is more suited to long road trips thanks to features like ABS, electric windows and more comfortable albeit figure-hugging Recaros.

Finished in silver with a two-tone interior, this low-mileage GSR is a genuine UK market RHD example that we are told has never been registered abroad. We are told that the engine and turbo are standard, but there are some desirable tweaks to the exhaust, fuelling, suspension, and brakes. The gearbox was rebuilt in 2004 by specialist Steve Hill Motorsport and the clutch replaced and upgraded in 2010.

The servicing records support the low mileage and show it ran to just under 56,000 miles in 2020, since when it has been in storage. This work included replacing the belts and tensioners. The car is out of MOT so will need to be trailered or renewed by the buyer before collection. A large number of desirable spares are included.

Key Information

Mileage: 56,090 miles indicated (supported by service records)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: no current MOT
Technical specs: 1,987cc inline four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual
Paperwork: History file with receipts, MOTs, V5C, radio manual, service book

Service history (further details in photos):

12/20 - 55,996 miles - Yannick Motors
??/?? - unknown - VMS
??/?? - unknown - VMS
01/15 - unknown - VMS
05/10 - 44,135 miles - Autocentre
10/09 - 42,957 miles - Indigo GT (including belts/tensioners)
03/09 - 39,871 miles - Menzie Motors
??/?? - 35,147 miles - Hugh Bird
01/07 - 31,497 miles - J&L Paterson
07/05 - 28,321 miles - BMS Auto
09/05 - 24,245 miles - Rosehill Garage
09/04 - 19,154 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
01/04 - 17,120 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
07/03 - 15,104 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
01/03 - unknown - Steve Hill Motorsport
06/02 - 12,282 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
12/01 - 10,020 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
06/01 - 8,406 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
01/01 - 6,276 miles - Steve Hill Motorsport
06/00 - 3,399 miles - Mitsubishi main dealer

The Detail

Nine registered keepers in total with current keeper since 2015
Car has mainly been in storage during the current ownership
Engine and turbo are standard we are told and said to run without issue
Gearbox rebuilt by Steve Hill Motorsport in June 2004 at 17,779 miles
Major service including belts and tensioners carried out at Indigo GT in October 2009 at 42,957 miles
Silver metallic exterior presents well overall with some age due to storage
This includes dents on driver's side door and bonnet
Paint damage on nearside side skirt from knocks sustained during hangar storage
Underside shows some surface rust from periods of non-use
Seller has left underside untouched so the buyer can assess the condition firsthand
Vendor states the interior is in very good condition
Blue/black fabric GSR interior with Recaro front seats and Pioneer stereo
Small snag noted on passenger seat side cushion
Felt material on the front door cards is slightly loose
Some kerbing to alloy rims

Specification includes:

Exedy clutch kit fitted 2010
Fidanza lightened flywheel
New friction plate
Evo VIII actuator with top hat
AYC pump replaced in 2010
Stage 1 exhaust fitted:
- Blueflame 3" downpipe
- Magnex 3" decat
- Magnex 3" cat-back system
- 4" inwardly rolled tailpipe
ECU remapped by Russ (Cossie1) with power output not verified on a rolling road
Gizzmo IBC boost controller fitted, set to a maximum of 1.55 bar
Walbro fuel pump hardwired in
Evo IX metal recirculating dump valve fitted
J&R panel filter fitted in the OE airbox
Standard shocks with Tein springs all round
Cusco front two-point strut brace
Superflex rear ARB bushes
Standard Brembo calipers
Grooved discs front and rear
Mintex 1155 front pads
DOT 5.1 fluid
Goodridge braided hoses
BBS CH 18 x 8.5 wheels fitted, with some scrapes noted
One-piece headlights fitted, wired and relayed so both bulbs illuminate on high beam
Ralliart lightweight radiator brackets
ARC manifold heatshield and cooling panel
PIAA sports horns
Ralliart radiator cap
Ralliart black mudflaps fitted
Cat 1 alarm/immobiliser fitted with associated paperwork for insurance purposes

Spare parts included:

Standard Evo VI suspension springs
OE headlights and indicators
OE catalytic converter
Box of miscellaneous clips
Wing mirror covers and bases

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