Now, all we need is both Ben and their Evo traveling across the country

Tall Ben must be internally celebrating.

This just proved how reliable Evo can be. Sitting at 700hp with multiple owners and after 6 years it still running. I couldn’t imagine what that beast has gone through and still live. Keep it, it’s gonna be a ripper.

I'm very fortunate to own my dream car (15' Evo X GSR). I hope the car treats you well while you own and drive it! Excited to see it get some overdue TLC. I think we forget that cars aren't made to last forever and it takes a lot of maintenance and work to keep them nice. As for myself, I plan to keep mine till the day I die. Welcome to the Evo family, it's grown less toxic as time has gone on, especially with the X.

What should I do with this thing? I’ll be lurking in this comment section, but also follow us on Instagram as I’ve put up a bunch of polls about this car already. 52% say to leave the widebody on? 🤷‍♂️ so I think I will

I’d keep the setup as is, just restore the body panels, carbon fiber pieces, Clean up the wheels and interior etc and if you choose to sell just put it back on the market.. pretty amazing car I’d say.

Looking forward to this. Keep it widebody for sure, smaller turbo for better response, clean up the tune, and some tlc and you're good to go for now

One car I’ve always wanted and have looked for periodically but always get back to the point where I’m just like “I can’t afford these kinds of car”. I love it dude and really hope you gain some love for this car too man. Can’t wait to see what stuff you decide to do with it.

I love how Ben’s first reaction was that he wasn’t going to buy a Subaru 😂❤

The wide body is part of the cars history and character now, clean up the CF w/new clear coat, Maybe new wheels to make it feel more like yours, and a new turbo and power band to make it more enjoyable to drive. Awesome buy, excited to see what you do next!

I have so enjoyed watching you guys grow and attain new heights. This is such a cool call back. I think it deserves to be mostly preserved, get the CF recleared, fix some of the mechanical and body issues, then hide a plaque in the chassis with the G&G logo and QR codes for the episodes it has been in.

I love how cars make us feel like its a living thing, man i love cars for this reason

This Evo is a part of the channel's history; I'd love to see you do all the maintenance stuff you need to, put a Gears and Gasoline themed wrap on it, and take it on a short road trip. Then you can sell it.

You should probably build it back to it's former glory and give it back to Brandon. That'd be dope. He looks like he misses it dearly.

Honestly, what matters most to me is that an Evo is going to get to keep living on. I was grinning ear to ear at first but to know the G&G guys are going to have another Evo to keep alive makes me feel so much happier. I'd love to see you swap the out of place parts, like the oversized turbo and the weakened carbon and kit pieces, and make a much more structurally sound and capable car.

Well, I’m on board with restoring the car back to its original glory. And like many others, I agree with the sentiment that keeping the widebody is the right move. It’s apart of the car’s charm and character, it’s what makes this car so nostalgic to the channel.

Keep the wide body! That’s clean even from 10ft away. It’s such a monster on the screen. Maybe make an STI vs Evo rivalry video series. I pray that Mitsubishi see’s that series and inspires them to resurrect the Evo so we can have the ultimate line up of 90s JDM cult cars again! Imagine, the GR Supra, GTR, WRX, Evo, and NSX in a line up again. I would fan boy scream.

The setup has proven to be reliable. I wouldn't change much depending on what rpm it spools at.

I love how you guys are uploading videos more frequently,Not one video a week like how you were posting only Saturday's.

Send the trans, TC, and rear diff to Jack's, for a proper build. Then just restore, get a refresher tune, and enjoy the reliable thrills! Congrats. If you can afford to, just keep it for the channel. Always good seeing another Rally Red (?) in the spotlight.

Fix the bodywork with the same parts, but new. Slightly faster spooling turbo (maybe 4000 or 4500 rpm). Have fun at the track.

People give the X a lot of crap for not having a 4G and being heavier than their previous generations-but they are still incredibly capable cars. The 4B11 responds so well to bolt ons and the cars set up correctly can be competitive and very quick. I have a 2015 X that has taken home plenty of autocross trophies, and a 2008 X that has also claimed lots of ice racing trophies. These cars are awesome!! Yes they might not have the best interior (these things can be improved, and realistically isn’t the reason you buy an EVO lol) but they have decent creature comforts. I road trip my 2015 regularly 15 hours one way and it’s great. I’d clean the car up, get some good tires and brake pads and enjoy it. This car’s style isn’t really my taste with the widebody (although it looks decent!) but I’d ditch the wing and go back to OEM, remove the canards, either paint the hood/trunk or replace with OEM and also remove that fake splitter personally. Can you tell I like OEM? I think the 500whp range (my 2015 makes 470whp with a stock like response turbo) is the best power level for this cars to race and street drive. Lots of awesome turbos on the market for this car. Have fun Ben! Will be interesting to see what you do with it.

You've built a great daily driver, a great time attack/road course racer, and a drag car. I think the Evo should become a rally/rallycross car. It would be fun to play in the dirt.

I am a Honda boy through n through. But one of my dream cars is an Evo X. Not a fan of that color nor the extra wide body. But its still cool to see Ben buy one. Can't wait to see the restoration he does. My crazy butt would find a way to get the exterior back to stock again and re paint. I'm all about that resto life.

If you want something quicker spooling I highly recommend a Gen 2 Garrett GTX3576 or GTX3076. They are one of the most popular setups for these cars for a good reason. They give you a super fun power band without being overly laggy. I made just over 500hp on 93 with my stock block 3576 powered X. With a built motor your could really push early torque delivery and make a beast of a car.

I love seeing these videos, I also live in VA and subbed back in 2018, its crazy how awesome yalls content has improved. So much secondhand happiness from seeing Brandon see his car again, to everyone elses reaction to the evo!

Ben... faithful follower/subscriber here. I'd like you to hear me out for a second. - You have a dedicated track car - You have a dedicated modified street car - You don't have a half mile / straight line race car Given the long gearing and high boost up top, maybe you need to try a new type of racing? Something different all together. A new realm for the GnG team that I'm sure would produce some good content while you're at it. Food for thought. Gut it, make it slippery and away ya go. Excited to see what you choose to do.

I don't know how much you spent on it. But all the reactions from your friends including Tall Ben was totally worth it ☺️

Probably 10+ years ago I remember reading an article about a track evo that focused meticulously on weight reduction. I wish I could find it again but the build was super unique and fascinating. When all else fails take it endurance racing, perhaps 24hr?

Lmao at Ben's first reaction "I'm not buying a Subaru." I love this! I always tell people to step outside of their comfort zone w cars. I went from a Turbo Subaru to a Miata to a flat six Subaru to a V8 Mustang, just to try things out. I'd say refine that car. Its built to handle a lot of power, why don't you replace the turbo w something more suitable, change the gearing, and wrap it. Then it'll be yours and you may even like driving it lol. Can't wait to see where this goes!

This is literally the best youtube car channel ever. Keep up the great content. But please bring back some of the gridlife driver content.

As cheaply/DIY as possible, build it back to solid usable power while making it as reliable as you can; detail it and clean up existing parts… then give it back to the owner. That would be epic… and that’s right up your alley. G&G you guys are incredible, here’s your chance to be legends.

Now Ben Lin needs to buy a Subaru, and y'all should do the next road trip with Thorn in the new Evo and Lin in the Subaru

PLEASE BUILD THIS INTO A TRACK CAR! It's hard to find content on people building Evo X's. I have one and it'd be nice to have some direction... but I know you already have the civic, so either way this was awesome!

I mean, as the first car you ever filmed, it means a lot go G&G. I would freshen it up, make it comfy to drive, and I would honestly hold onto it. Make it a true Gears And Gasoline Tribute Car! A sort of "Where we were to where we are now" kind of thing. Sincerely, keep it!

Man I always debated on getting a evo or a sti and Ben's over here living the best of both worlds

That Evo X is gorgeous 😍 you should definitely bring it back to life. I'm excited to see the build and what you do to it. It should be a fun and awesome build.

Here's a cool/crazy idea: have Luke work on the Evo as a build series and then give it to him as a thank-you for all the roadtrip videos

I'm loving the two videos a week 🙌

Hey look he's learning! And as for the future mods: spoiler delete, fix wide body issues, canard delete, re install mivac and basically all engine mods back to stock except install high quality aftermarket intake, exhaust, and headers, replace head and tail lights with some cool tricked out units, and most importantly upgrade the suspension and maybe tires.

I'd say that you should "right-size" the turbo to increase reliability and probably restore that sub-system that's been deleted. Re-tune for a better power band and usable power/torque below 5000 RPM. I know engine management technology and equipment must evolve rapidly so the 6 or 7 year old system might be ripe for an update/upgrade. Look into a more conservative wing (probably more of a spoiler than a wing). Correct the splitter droop whether that means replacement, removal, or whatever. I like the wide body kit and I'd be a disappointed to see it go. New headlights. Your usual deep and enthusiastic clean and detailing, I'm excited to see what you do with it! While there are two Evos in the fleet some Evo-centric videos seem like an obvious and entertaining idea. Compare and contrast modding strategies, race for lap times, etc.

The fact that we now are seemingly getting 2 videos a week is exciting...cannot wait to see what happens with this one.

enjoying the fun face from everybody, before the fun face when you driving it.

See if something can be worked out with Brandon to sell it back to him. His face while sitting in it was so heart wrenching

I love everyone’s reaction. They’re all shocked 🤣

I agree with keeping it as is. It’s already recognizable car; turning it back to stock would be like neutering it. 😂

I've never doubted how much I enjoy this channel, but seeing that Evo made me as excited as I was the first time I stumbled upon the first road trip with Tall Ben's Evo, when I first discovered the channel. 😍

seeing all of your friends reaction, makes me realize, you have a great good circle, no wonder G&G keep being greater, keep it up!, i always enjoy all of G&G videos, Huge respect from Indonesia

You’re not an Evo guy, but you are a car guy with great taste who made a great decision. Welcome to the Evo life, brother! Glad to have you!

Although Asian Ben said he wasn't going to buy a Subaru, I wish he would and then you guys could do another road trip. Love your content, keep up the fantastic work! 👏

Buddy, i'm following every move with this car....🔥🔥🔥

This channel just keeps getting better

I’m sitting in my truck waiting to be called to back into a door to get off loaded and wondering what to watch on KZfaq. Good timing. Thanks for the video drop

At the very least, Brandon deserve a drive after the car is complete

Love you showing the other youtuber some love by showing them. Huge speed academy and pure function, and of course gears and gasoline fan. Awesome video.

This car is absolutely awesome loved the original videos you made of this. No sure if it's possible but maybe bring it back to its glory and gift it back to the original owner

Install varis v3 wide body hahahah ,,like bullet proof evo ,and track it ,,,,but i like evo x with stock aero bodykit with gold advan rgd or enkei rpf ,, tune it to 400hp mivec for fun drive and boost ,, and you will be in love with mitsubishi evo awd system

Meh, I like Asian Ben’s evo better.

Full restoration/nostalgia build. 👍👍

Good seeing Pete and Dave from SA!

Might be a long shot but… Fix it up enjoy it make it reliable then maybe… just maybe give it to Brandon? That might be a great way to pay him back for helping you guys all those years back!

If I were Ben, I would want that to make it an OEM+ setup by removing the canards, bodykit and the wing & add a smaller turbo for a faster spool. Widebody is weird for a sedan tbh.

The support of the people in your life is amazing 😭❤️❤️

Keep it as is, just fix up the clearcoat etc - this car is a part of the history of the channel and should absolutely be kept that way.

Have @Automotive Aesthetic do an ASMR detailing video on it! We haven't had one in a while, and it would be awesome! I'd say maybe twin turbo or downsize the turbo a bit and change out the wing?

Welcome to the good side! You won’t ever want to look at a Subaru again. You have a power plant that loves mods, a reliable motor, a beautiful awd system, the list goes on! Also to answer that question of do you know the difference between a Subaru and an evo? The evo is always the answer!

Heck yes Ben welcome to the family brother.

The car looks great!! This EVO is what drew me to Gears and Gasoline. ❤️ If you are planning to keep the colour, take it to automotive aesthetic and restore the paint. If planning to change the colour, I would wrap it white maybe?? I'd keep the widebody, change the wheels. Delete the spoiler. Please consider keeping this car for your channel. Maybe you can do cross country with this car, go to car meets, meet fans and raise funds for a cause that can help the community. That way, this car may have a new purpose in gears and Gasoline. 💯

I totally agree with the keep it widebody and clean it up comments. That said, a smaller turbo and wider powerband would probably be the best modification path. Great buy! That took guts!

Super cool you got to purchase one of the cars that started it all! Also cool to bring in original owner! I vote, that you fix it up, change the turbo down a size, add MIVEC back, and just clean the car up. Make it... clean, nice, and easier to drive, but still silly fast!

seeing both Ben's in the video together warms my heart

Honestly seeing all the reactions was so cool, can’t wait to see what you do to this. Perfect little nostalgia trip to touch roots on where you’s came from!

Fix it up and rip it! But don't lose your roots. So many subie guys buying evos lately. I get wanting to switch to the dark side but you have some awesome subie content. I actually plan on following your sti motor build when mine finally decides its had enough. But in all honesty it is exciting and I'm pumped to see what you do with it!!

My suggestion for that to do would be get rid of the AWD and go drifting with it, from what I've seen Evo 10's can slide really well when rwd, and it would be really cool to see you drifting

Don’t take anything away from the car, restore it how it is and make it more drivable. It would be a challenge but worth it. The car looks sick.

everyone's reactions was the absolute best!

Get some seat time with it! Learning the differences between how an Evo and an STi drive was really cool. Different cars with different purposes and different approaches to the same problem. Best of luck with your new money pit! 😂

Thank you for getting straight to the point

Man do exactly what you said you're gonna do. Fine tune the drivetrain to make it drive better and easier, and fix the cosmetic stuff. I love the way the car looks, just sounds like someone was trying to go crazy with power and didn't know what they were doing.

@gearsandgasoline - you should update it with ‘current’ turbo, ecu and tuning - still aiming to make the same peak power, but with modern G series turbo, ecu and mivec etc… showing how far modern stuff has evolved even over the last 5 years. It will show how you can now start to minimise the compromise of power and drivability 😎

Fix all the larger cosmetic imperfections, powdercoat/polish the wheels, repair any mechanical issues, try to save the carbon pieces by sanding them down and re-clearing them (worst case paint match them), G25-550/G35-660 for a quicker spool, 2500-3500rpm, making it more practical while still maintaining 600+whp. By using a smaller turbo and turning the power down a little, maintenance intervals lengthen again making the car a touch more practical. Super cool ride, can't wait to see what you decide to do with it.

I think you should keep the widebody, but - if it's not already - make it fully functional. Basically do with it what you would do with Mia if you were allowed to widebody her, but keep it set up for the street. Kind of like G&G does RWB, but Evo.

“I’m not buying a Subaru!” Priceless reaction from Ben.

G30/660 comparison between the EJ257 and 4B11T! 2.5 Boxer vs 2.0 I4 with identical turbos and exhaust housings if possible. probably have to get that Mivec working for a fair comparison with the Subaru. Otherwise dip the toe into the 1/2 mile/airstrip racing world with the EVO -long gears -peaky turbo and engine set up -going 150+ mph -rolling start or soft launch whats not to love? cool purchase, wish i could get an evo 8 to sit side by side with my 05 STI

Come to the Mitsubishi family!! So excited for this build since I'm a fellow x owner

I vote do what you mentioned in the video. Clean it up, enjoy it for a bit, then sell it. But keep the body as is. It’s kinda iconic for your channel like that.

Honestly, would be insane and so incredible if some how, Brian could get his car back. His face when he was sitting in it resonated so hard with me. I know exactly how he felt, letting go of a dream car, only to know you'll never have the opportunity to get it back.

keep the build restore it, and maybe get it detuned a little bit with the turbo that it spools earlier, or even go for a double setup, so it'll be a fun daily for someone else! :D

A car with a personal connection is always the best car. As far as what to do with it? Simple exterior restoration, if any changes… swap the wheels for something monoblock like a set of gram lights. Then under the hood focus on making it more useable… reinstall the mivec hardware and a turbo that’s snappier but that will produce 90% of the current power. Oh… and depending on the clutch situation, and how much energy you want to put into it… swapping out for an organic twin disc would really make the thing a peach to drive. That is such a cool build and crazy to see it’s still alive after these years. It’s sad it’s such a rarity for built cars to make it a few years let alone even a few months before being ruined or totaled.

Ive had both Evos and Subies, im just a car enthisiast. But good for you. Im more with the 4g63 platform and actually working on a frankestein build. I got a forester and plan on putting a 4g63 in it. Love the reactions!!!!!

As a Mitsubishi owner I audibly gasped. Congrats! Its going to be a blast!

You guys always have such great vibes! Awesome content. Awesome people. Keep it up! Huge motivation.

This is freakin gnarly bro!! Never would of expected you to pick up an EVO!! 🤯🫣 like what?!! 😅 so 🔥 👌 though man!! Love all the reactions you got from this bro!! ❤️✌️ can’t wait for more vids!! 👏🙌

Didn't expect to see a Bentonville bike fest shirt! That's my neck of the woods

also i am a detailer, and i am willing to fly over and give the car a full detail free of cost cause i love your channel

Just put back the mivec control, it does amazing things - my 850whp Evo X still runs it no issues. Consider an Xshift sequential to replace the gearbox, affordable and reliable and fast :)

Nice! I’ve always liked the Audi style headlights on Evo 10s.

While I am a subaru fan I gotta say that the evo looks great. Will probably make for some fun videos in the future!

Respect from a fellow Scooby head and Va STI owner. I recently did the same but with an Evo 0 (galant vr4)

Everyone's reaction was wholesome. Awesome car!