I know we don't like it but......

[Spirit]

the yanks are gonna put a V6 3.8 Litre engine in the new Galant Sport Touring model !

"Galant will be available in four unique trim levels. DE and ES trim lines will be powered by a higher output 2.4-liter, SOHC, four-cylinder engine that utilizes Mitsubishi's MIVEC INSERT INTO post VALUES (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing and lift Electronic Control) to improve efficiency, reduce emissions and increase output. The luxurious LS and a new GTS sport touring trim line will feature a larger 3.8-liter V6 engine tuned for brisk acceleration, plus Sportronic™ transmission with manual/automatic shift modes. "

Sounds like fun :D

INSERT INTO post VALUES (shame about the looks :Cry1: )

[Brind]

3.8-liter V6 engine and probably still have half the power of a twin turbo 2.5 V6.
That is deffo only for the American market Jap cars aren't known for large engines.

[Spirit]

Yeah appreciate that mate, just wondered what they will be like once the yanks start modding them though :Ponder: :D

[Brind]

Well.. I'm sure they can't look worse. :D

[Spirit]

Couple of pics for those who have not seen it:



http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//pictures/VEHICLE/2004/Mitsubishi/100161648/022799-E.jpg

http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//pictures/VEHICLE/2004/Mitsubishi/100161648/022798-E.jpg

http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//pictures/VEHICLE/2004/Mitsubishi/100161648/022800-E.jpg

[Spirit]

Oh, and the 3.8L V6 will be a whopping 230bhp !:D :D :D

[Brind]

Always wondered what the next step up would be from the Galant VR-4... now I know it isn't THAT! :D

[SGHOM]

take the badges off, & it's a nissan primera !!! innit ??? It'll probably handle like most yank tanks !! A space hopper in each corner, & off we go !!!:D :boing2: ::boing2: ::boing3: :boing1:

[zedy1]

i agree with interlac

[Kieran]

I am also in agreement with Interlec:)
Perhaps Mitsubishi USA should consider the following optional extras, to ensure it fits right into the american market.... And Yes, I know things have moved on a bit, but why let that get in the way of a bit of a giggle;):D

New, old-generation 3-speed Mitsubishi Clonk-o-matic gearbox, with no mechanical lock! Destroys already lousy fuel economy! Absurdly tall 1st gear ensures minimal acceleration!

New, 'Bullit' style rims, with optional loose hubcaps! A perfect partner for the new Hoosier 'squealmatic' tyres!

Tasteful black rubber car-bra! A must for the stonechip concious!

Semi-Automatic gun rack, for the executive Hick in you!

440cuin Big Block, fully cast iron pushrod V8! for those of you who never heard of the 70's petrol crisis! 12mpg or less - or your money back:D:D

[KiwiTT]

see this Article from the NZ Herald (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/motoring/motoringstorydisplay.cfm?storyID=3523807&thesection=motoring&thesubsection=motoring)

The 8G Galant is so much better looking.

[Brind]

LOL @ Kieran :D

[Spirit]

ROFL - Kieran you should consider a career change to car designer :D

[PUDD]

:D lol,arrrr but does it have 4WD;) .it looks awful:p

[Nik77]

Originally posted by Kieran
12mpg or less - or your money back:D:D

hang on...!!! 12mpg! i dream of that in my legnum... and apparently the government are sticking on another 5p a gallon tax!!!

its all a laugh init!:mad: :nono:

[Spirit]

Originally posted by Nik77
hang on...!!! 12mpg! i dream of that in my legnum... and apparently the government are sticking on another 5p a gallon tax!!!

its all a laugh init!:mad: :nono:

Laugh ? ......no,no,no ! They need a good ass kicking the robbing b*stards !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Brind]

Isn't this one of Kieran's favourite topics? ;)

[Akuma]

My God its fugly. Im a little ashamed.

[Kieran]

Originally posted by Brind
Isn't this one of Kieran's favourite topics? ;)

Frasser, Rasser!
:grr: :Scream1: :devil2: :gun2: :mad2: :argue: :ninja: :nooo: