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Mitsubishi Debuts Ralliart Concepts at 2004 SEMA Show in Las Vegas

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Khatir Soltani

Inside, the Galant Ralliart concept features a fair bit of custom work, including upgraded carpeting and unique leather

Equally impressive as the Galant Ralliart, the same treatment has been given to the brand's Endeavor SUV. (Photo: Mitsubishi Motors North America)
seats and trim. The front seats are made by Recaro, while an exclusive Ralliart shift knob and Logitech driving simulator steering wheel and pedal set make an effective interface between man and machine.

Parents will appreciate Mitsubishi didn't forget their needs, having installed a specially designed Recaro baby seat. Sparco race helmets are also included, as is a 4-point race harness for the driver and front passenger, driving gloves and shoes, all SuperAutobacs accessories. It wouldn't be fit for SEMA without a top-tier audio system, and the Galant Ralliart features one installed by SuperAutobacs, featuring DLS speakers and amplifiers.

Equally impressive as the Galant Ralliart is the same treatment given to the brand's Endeavor SUV. The engine is identical, however, a 5-speed automatic with manual-mode was chosen as it was felt more suitable for sport utility duties. Rather than 19-inch wheels, the

On the front of the tuned Endeavor, a wire-mesh grille looks menacing in black, balanced out with factory-tinted headlamps and PIAA driving lamps just underneath. (Photo: Mitsubishi Motors North America)
Endeavor Ralliart gets 20 by 8.5 inch Enkei LM1/5S alloys, encircled with 275/40/20 Falcon performance tires. Also included is a modified exhaust system and Road Race Engineering cold air intake system, plus a coilover suspension and Brembo 4-piston brakes up front and cross-drilled rotors in the rear.

The Endeavor Ralliart gets a similar styling update to the Galant Ralliart, including the stunning deep red paint scheme. Also, a new front fascia incorporates a horizontal strip of brushed metal, mirroring a design theme that wraps around the remainder of the vehicle. A wire-mesh grille looks menacing in black, balanced out with factory-tinted headlamps and PIAA driving lamps just underneath, while at the opposite end a reworked rear fascia joins modified side skirts at the rear corners.

Khatir Soltani
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