Not new to lancers at all. Been a member over on evom for a few years and I guess at some time I registered on this site because my email was already registered. Well to start I have a 2004 Lancer Ralli Art. Its a auto but I work with it. I have a few mods Drop in intake, tein s techs, rrm pulley, and ecu and a custom axle back exhaust. Im considering gettin a 09 GTS or a Ralli Art if the new ones come out with a 5spd or I can find a 04-06 wtih a 5spd and yes I have also considered "crossing over to the darkside" as some call it and getting a WRX or STI. Still not sure as of yet. But yeah anyone in the SJAFB,Greeneville area want to meet up let me know. I enjoy meeting other lancer guys.
Welcome to LT. I test drove a new Ralliart, and they are very nice. I don't really like the new Lancers to begin with, but that Ralliart is nice for a new one.
yeah im in the same boat as your are. I just really dont see putting alot of money into may ralli art since its a auto.
you should just do a move over to a mannual 03 or 04. I am the same as you two... the older models look bet and feel better well driving. that is just my thoughts!