Faults:

Transmission.

Unfortunately I only heard that these cars had some transmission problems after I bought it. Clutch has burned out. Experiencing great difficulty in getting a replacement or having it repaired. I have met two other persons who have had to replace or fix transmissions in their cars. One other frequently replaces brake pads. The only problem is the transmission which is a very big problem. Parts seem to be very expensive and difficult to locate even from the dealer.

General Comments:

The car is quick, comfortable and looks good.

Faults:

Car has been faultless.

General Comments:

These cars have exceptional performance, coupled with handling, comfort and safety. Being built for homologation purposes, the cars literally are a road going rally vehicle - with all the potential of the real thing.

As I said above the cars have huge performance, but also have the safety factors too - Full time 4 wheel drive, and Anti-lock Brakes.

The model I own is a GSR version, and therefore has all the creature comforts, of climate controlled air conditioning, electric windows/mirrors, full Recaro race seats, so is great for going on long trips in comfort.

The Evolution 3 has the best power to weight ratio of all the Evolutions to date, due to the lack of Anti Yaw Control and other electronic gizmo's to weight the car down.

With only a few basic modifications you can have this car easily keeping up with the later model Evolutions - due to it's lighter weight and very similar engine configuration.

Many people copy the styling that these cars have as factory which can be a disappointing factor for many - but personally I think this is simply a greater form of flattery.

Hard to find a car which hasn't been driven hard by previous owner, but well worth the hunt, as these cars are so rewarding when driven with enthusiasm.

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

Excellent all round car.

Very reliable.

Very comfortable.

Excellent handling, both cornering and at speed. This car has been thrashed, it's towed trailers weighing a ton, driven hard through the rev range, on gravel roads chasing rallys, and cost me a few dollars in speeding tickets, but it still keeps going, and feels and handles like new.