INFO GUIDE: 1999 - 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI GSR (Tommi Makinen)

This "Buyers Guide" / "Identification Guide" has been written to assist people in the accurate identification of a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 6.5 Tommi Makinen Edition (TME). This guide refers to the TME edition only, and not the standard Evolution 6 / GSR Lancer, which will be outlined in another guide. The Mitsubishi Evo 6.5 TME is seen as the last 'real' Evo, and therefore has great potential as a future classic.

Accurate identification of these cars is therefore important, as many features on this model can be easily replicated on a standard Evo 6 GSR, or Evo 5. The Lancer EVO TME generally demands a price premium above many other Evo models, and we therefore hope this guide assists you in identifying a genuine car, should you be looking to purchase one. For additional background on the Evo 6.5, Classic Register will soon be releasing an article on why the car is a great future classic chioce - click here to see Classic Register's articles in the future classic series, and the article on the Lancer TME specifically can be found by clicking here.

This guide provides a range of identification criteria for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 6.5 TME, including interior and exterior features, correct engine and chassis number identification and unique mechanical differences. Some basic statistics are outlined below for the TME Evo.

Production Numbers: 2,500 TME’s. Approximately 500 TME’s made in each colour.

Period of Manufacture: January 1999 – March 2001

This page has been written as a guide only, and should not be relied upon without seeking advice from a professional before purchasing a vehicle. This guide can always be added to or updated, and any additional information from enthusiasts would be greatly appreciated, so please contact us or login and comment at the base of this page, or share this guide with others with the links above!