2000 MITSUBISHI EVO VI TOMMI MAKINEN RS

*** WITHDRAWN ***

While this car presents in excellent condition today, documents indicating prior damage sustained in Japan - of which the seller had no prior knowledge - came to light during the auction. Therefore, it was felt the car was no longer accurately described, so Collecting Cars has made the decision to temporarily withdraw the car, per clause 10.2 of our Terms and Conditions. Interested parties are welcome to get in touch to discuss the opportunities for purchasing the car with these facts now known.

This Mitsubishi Evo VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition RS is a remarkably low-mileage example of the sought-after rally-inspired road car, presented in outstanding original condition throughout. Under the bonnet sits a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine producing 276bhp and 275lb-ft of torque, coupled with a five-speed manual transmission. The odometer currently indicates 26,386 km (16,395 miles).

Introduced in 1999 to commemorate Finnish rally driver Tommi Mäkinen's fourth consecutive WRC Driver’s Championship win, this signature performance car boasts a number of upgrades over the standard Evo, including a redesigned bodykit, 10mm lower suspension, revised dampers, a helical front limited-slip differential, and a faster-spooling titanium turbocharger. First registered in February 2000, this example is understood to have just two previous registered keepers.

It is a genuine lightweight RS variant of the TME, believed to be one of only 200 built, and as such has no traction control, ABS, air bags or electric windows. The cherished registration ‘T6 MKN’ is included in the sale.

The bodywork of this Evo presents in excellent condition, with flush shut lines, smooth panels and no suggestion of any previous accidents. The white paintwork has been described as being in ‘concours’ condition by the vendor, and due to the vehicle’s exceptionally low mileage, vulnerable areas like the front bumper and wheel arches appear to be free of any unsightly blemishes or stone chips. The car rides on white Enkei 10-spoke alloy wheels, which remain in superb order.

Moving inside, this Tommi Mäkinen Evo is trimmed in a combination of black and blue fabric upholstery, which still looks pristine, showing virtually no wear even to the main contact points like the steering wheel and driver’s seat bolsters. An aftermarket Clarion stereo system and speakers have been installed, and all of the switchgear is reported to be in good working order. The rear seats are in similarly excellent condition, with no scuffs or discolouration.

The most recent MOT test was on 24 July 2020 at 26,380 km, which resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects. The wheels come wrapped with Bridgestone tyres all round, which are date-coded to 2018 and are reported to be in as-new condition.

This Mitsubishi Evo VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition RS is an incredibly clean example of the special edition model, which remains in genuinely astonishing condition throughout, reflecting the very low stated mileage. A highly capable machine, this ‘TME’ RS would make a thrilling weekend toy and an impeccable addition to any collection of modern classics of Japanese icons.

The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details.

All UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Collecting Cars are run through an online HPI check. This vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and has no finance owing.

Car Overview

  • 26,386 km
  • manual
  • RHD
  • White
  • Black/Grey cloth
  • 2.0L
  • VINCP9A0202069


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  • Lot #02182
  • private Sale
  • Cheshire, United Kingdom

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