TME

[chris m]

Evening chaps.

I have been looking at the TME evo 6 and really want one. If anyone has any advice I would appreciate it. Could anyone tell me what decals should be standard and if there is a way you can tell otherwise. For instance, I have noticed that on some, the spoiler has a Mitzu badge whereas others don't or have a Marlboro tag on the spoiler. I guess it's a bit of a minefield is it? Also, is it a real big deal between having an import other than a UK car?

Are there any real reasons why not to have one? I am sorry for all the novice questions but fancied a FQ400 VIII until I did a little bit reading. I really do like the TME though and would be my favored model. I would like a red one but as long as it has decals, I would also consider Black also.

Thanks in advance,
Chris.

 

[Aidy]

The decals are on the red TME and are mainly the stripes down the side, the other colours don't have decals, though you see a few white ones with decals but I think they're added by the owner. You're probably thinking more of the WRC replicas with all the Marlboro decals etc. Most important thing to check is that a TME is actually a TME, the VIN should start cp9a-020. TBH any decent red TME is probably going to cost you 20k by now. Most are just rust buckets, you'll need a fresh import or a well-preserved one and they'll both cost you if you can find one.

Other than that no difference between UK and import, no reason not to get a TME either, they are better spec'd than the GSRs.

 

[chris m]

The decals are on the red TME and are mainly the stripes down the side, the other colours don't have decals, though you see a few white ones with decals but I think they're added by the owner. You're probably thinking more of the WRC replicas with all the Marlboro decals etc. Most important thing to check is that a TME is actually a TME, the VIN should start cp9a-020. TBH any decent red TME is probably going to cost you 20k by now. Most are just rust buckets, you'll need a fresh import or a well-preserved one and they'll both cost you if you can find one.

Other than that no difference between UK and import, no reason not to get a TME either, they are better spec'd than the GSRs.

Hi aidy, thanks for that. The one I am looking at is a fresh import and looks in very good condition. Here is a link to the car I have enquired about.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...bishi-lancer-evo-6-tommi-makinen--tme/3651952

I was looking at a Black one with the decals and presumed it was standard. I have decided though, if I am going to get one, it will have to be a red one. Compared to the rest online at the minute, I thought this one seemed expensive and was going to try to haggle but from what you have said, if it does turn out a genuine car in the condition described, it might be worth it.

I will let you know if I go any further with it.

 

[Aidy]

Hi aidy, thanks for that. The one I am looking at is a fresh import and looks in very good condition. Here is a link to the car I have enquired about.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...bishi-lancer-evo-6-tommi-makinen--tme/3651952

I was looking at a Black one with the decals and presumed it was standard. I have decided though, if I am going to get one, it will have to be a red one. Compared to the rest online at the minute, I thought this one seemed expensive and was going to try to haggle but from what you have said, if it does turn out a genuine car in the condition described, it might be worth it.

I will let you know if I go any further with it.

DCY have a good reputation so you'll do ok buying from them. TBH if you want a red TME in good condition they don't come up very often, that car is probably your best option at the moment, you're not going to get one much cheaper.

 

[chris m]

That's good to hear as I have never had any dealings with them. There is another car online at the minute and is a UK model which is a fair bit cheaper. http://www.pistonheads.com/classifi...ubishi-evo--tommi-makinen-edition-u-k/3949341

I guess I won't know how it is in reality until I go and see it but now I might be a little put off by the price. The chap has confirmed that it is a TME and not a replica and says it's in great condition.

I feel more inclined to pay a little extra and get the first one I sent a link to. It just looks a really tidy model.

 

[Aidy]

If you do look at one already in the UK just make sure to check it for rust.

 

[chris m]

I have spoke to DCY and they have assured me that the car is in superb condition. We discussed certain options because I intend on using the car in the dry, maybe 1-2k per year. The floor looks like new and he said it's a shame to waxoyl the car but might be worth considering to keep it good. I have asked them to price up actually painting the floor also to give it that bit extra protection and will look great too but am unsure.

Looks like I will be picking it up some time next week fingers crossed!