2008 Evo X GSR 311RS Track Car Now on Bring a Trailer

This extraordinary Evo X played a pivotal role in Gates' undefeated 2009 season in the Modified class of the Redline Time Attack series, making it a prized piece of motorsport history.

This Evolution X GSR is far from your average Evo. Under the hood, it boasts an AMS-built 2.2-liter inline-four engine paired with a powerful 750R turbo kit, a custom AMS air intake, an intercooler, and a turn-down exhaust. The engine management is handled by an AMS-tuned MoTeC M800 ECU, ensuring optimal performance on the track.

The car's suspension has been upgraded with JRZ 3-way adjustable coilovers and a Whiteline rear sway bar, providing superior handling and control. Stopping power is delivered through GiroDisc two-piece slotted rotors, and the car rides on lightweight 18″ Volk Racing CE28N wheels finished in black and wrapped in 275/35 Nitto NT01 tires.

Finished in eye-catching Octane Blue Pearl, this Evo X GSR is a visual standout. It features an array of carbon fiber bodywork, including a Seibon dry-carbon hood and trunk, Victory Function VF-01 carbon-fiber aero fenders, and Seibon carbon-fiber doors. A Voltex rear wing and a custom rear diffuser add to its aggressive stance. Although the car shows some wear with scratches, scuffs, and minor blemishes, these are testaments to its track-focused nature.

The interior of this Evo X has been stripped down and lightened for maximum performance. A black fixed-back Recaro driver seat with tartan inserts and 311RS embroidery takes center stage, accompanied by a Schroth multi-point harness and an FIA-spec roll cage. Additional features include an AMS Delrin shift knob and an electrical cut-off switch located in the center console.

The cockpit has a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel that frames a 190-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 7k-rpm redline, and a central TFT display. Auxiliary gauges for air/fuel ratio, boost pressure, and oil temperature provide critical data at a glance.

This Evo X GSR’s AMS 2.2-liter short block was rebuilt 100 miles ago in 2019, ensuring it's ready for high-performance driving. The rebuild included an AMS prototype cast-manifold 750R turbo kit, an AMS cold air intake with a K&N filter, and a dual oil cooler setup with electric fans. The car also features a FuelLab fuel pressure regulator, Injector Dynamics 1000cc fuel injectors, and AMS polyurethane engine mounts, among other high-performance upgrades.

Power is sent to all four wheels through a Carbonetic triple-carbon clutch, a rebuilt KAPS five-speed manual dog box, and a Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) system with an active center differential and limited-slip differentials.

This meticulously maintained and race-proven 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR is now up for auction on Bring a Trailer. With only 12,000 miles on the odometer and a history of dominating the track, this 311RS-modified Evo X is a rare opportunity for any collector or racing enthusiast. The car comes with an owner’s manual and a clean Minnesota title, ready for its next chapter.