1997 Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution

KEY FACTS

• This Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution is a rare limited-production homologation special 4x4, which has recently benefited from a recommissioning service with a main dealer.
• It is powered by a 3.5-litre ‘6G74’ V6 with MIVEC variable valve timing, sending 276bhp to all four wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission.
• Produced exclusively for the Japanese market, this Pajero Evolution was imported into the UK and first registered with the DVLA in July 2016.
• The odometer shows 93,404 km, but this is not warranted.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Pajero Evolution was produced to homologate the most successful Dakar rally car ever made, which took 12 victories between 1985 and 2007, including an impressive 1-2-3 finish in 1998, rightly earning it the title of ‘King of the Desert’.
• Around 2,500 road-legal examples of the Pajero Evolution were produced exclusively for the Japanese market, with all examples featuring a steering guard, sculpted Recaro seats, redesigned bodywork with flared wheel arches, a wraparound rear spoiler, a scooped bonnet, redesigned suspension, and front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials.
• This example is finished in Satellite Silver, over a black cloth-trimmed interior, with patterned inserts in the Recaro seats, as well as carbon fibre-look inlays.
• It rides on 16-inch six-spoke alloy wheels, wrapped in Maxxis Razr AT-S tyres. A spare wheel is mounted on the rear end.
• Equipment includes electric mirrors and automatic climate control.
• An aftermarket Pioneer stereo, Carrozzeria display, and a DreamMaker digital rear-view mirror have been fitted, though this is not functional.
• The car will be supplied with its Japanese owner’s manual and service book, the original toolkit, an English-language handbook from New Zealand, the V5, a recent invoice and its current MOT certificate.
• There is no rear fog light fitted.
• One key and one remote will be supplied.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: the bonnet air intake scoop is original but the fixing bolts had detached from the plastic underside and have been re-attached; very slight wear on the driver’s seat edges; chassis was clear Waxoyled when purchased.
• The most recent MOT test was on 30 June 2025 at an indicated 93,370 km, resulting in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• In June 2025 at 93,370 km, Station Garage Mitsubishi replaced the timing belt, auxiliary belts, engine oil, oil filter, front upper ball joints, tyres and coolant.

SUMMARY

This Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution is a limited-production Japanese homologation special 4x4, imported to the UK in 2016. Recently re-commissioned by Station Garage Mitsubishi, it should make a fun addition to any assembly of modern classics, and an exciting yet versatile companion for adventures on or off the road.

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