2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR - Stiff Suspension - March 2009 Four Seasons Update

Of course this is a very fun car to drive; however being in my mid-40s, I feel a little self conscious about driving around in a small foreign sedan with a large wing on the trunk. The wing also reduces visibility out of the rear window, so much so that while driving down I-94 Wednesday night on my way to hockey I did not see the State police cruiser following me at 79 mph until he pulled alongside of me, looked over, rolled his eyes, and then took off. The cruise control saved me this time.

The Evo did fit two hockey bags plus all of our household's recycling for two weeks and was still a blast to drive. With its very stiff suspension and Michigan's spring potholes, I did feel like a kid playing a videogame dodging obstacles. The seats are very stiff and comfortable but I wish they were more adjustable. I like the sound of the exhaust, which together with the shift paddles, adds to the race car feel.

Alan Johnson, Friend of the magazine