2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse V6 - One Take 

I said 37-3800 lbs, but I was mistaken. I believe it's more in the 32-3300lb range. Hey hundreds of pounds matter. Thanks for watching!

I had one of these, such an underappreciated car. With bolt-ons and a tune I was making 310whp. The two pre-cats are super restrictive and don't let the engine breathe. The 6g75 v6 engine is also very reliable, Rock solid engine and transmission.

Finally one of the Car channels I follow talks about a later gen Eclipses. I own a 3G Eclipse and ,man, it and the 4G get way too much hate. I understand it isn't turbo etc. but it's still a fun car. Affordable, Easy to fix and mines has been pretty reliable. I have no complaints

People don't know this car is good until they drive one. Definitely slept on.

Last time I saw an eclipse they wanted to sell me special glasses just to look at it.

Can we just judge this car on its own merit and forget about the damn 2G for a moment? This is not a 2G, I hate to disappoint you, but it's not. The main reason why people hate this car is for basing it against the nostalgic chariot of olde, not because it's actually a bad car. I wouldn't say it's a great car, but it's better than many will give it credit for. Ask a guy who drives one

I am 17 years old and I daily drive a 2007 eclipse Gt 6 speed. I live in a richer area where everyone else can afford STIs and 350zs and so people make fun of me. I however am more than happy with my Eclipse Gt, I got a super good deal on her ($1400 Canadian) and she definitely is the fastest 1400 car in the area! I know my car is flawed but it is a damn good used car buy for those of us on a budget.

I have a 2007 4 cylinder Mitsubishi Eclipse and it has a hundred fifty miles and it still runs like a new car because I've maintained it so well. Great cars

And now Eclipse is a crosssover...

I was invited by Matt back in May to bring mine out, but unfortunately could not make it. Fully bolted and tuned running on 94 octane, puts down 280whp/254ft.lbs. It gets up and goes. A tragically underrated car given the price and specs

car doesnt suck.. for a car.. but its not what the eclipse should have been.

These cars are actually pretty cool. The Rockford system bumps. The Aisin-Warner 6spd is awesome. They are about as fast as a 350Z, which is slow, but in a car that looks as girly as this you can catch some people sleeping.

This is a really good car. Very reliable. I actually think it has its own style...I mean, if looks very different than other cars out there. You got comfortable seats, good sound system and its not a beast but still fast.

I like this owner, one of my fav owners. Informative, straightforward, yet down to earth wit his car. This was a great review!

Thank you do much for returning to a regular car. I like your exotic videos of course but the regular car videos on this channel are great.

1G and 2G Eclipses which had AWD turbo versions were followed up by 3G and 4G which were heavier, slower and had no turbo AWD versions. That's why I hate them.

I have a 3G eclipse manual with 300k miles on it, I know it gets shit on all the time, but it has been a reliable daily.

Mitsubishi did have a concept with an Evo....everything, pretty much (the Ralliart Concept, I think). As far as I understand, they didn't go through with it cause it could've possibly encroached on the Evo. The old GSXs worked cause we didn't have 90's Evos, so the Eclipses were our coupe substitute. But once Mitsu decided to bring over the Evo, that killed all reason to put the AWD and 4G63 into Eclipses. Could be wrong, but that's what it seems from what I've heard.

I'm wearing one of these vintage smoking tire t-shirts as I type this and I'm overwhelmed by an urge to wash my balls

when I was a kid my mom drove the 1G eclipse gsx. I thought she had the coolest car ever growing up and still is a great car til this day.

I used to think the gt's with the big wing were so cool looking when I was in high school. I saw a yellow one like 2 weeks ago and still turned my head.

I have a 4th Gen Eclipse GT, and the car gets a ton of looks. While not a supercar, it definitely can take off, and do love the sound of the engine and exhaust.

I've always loved those eclipses. They look brilliantly even today

This generation of eclipse isn't that bad. Obviously it's not the goat it could've been, like 1g and 2g, but they make solid power and are DIRT CHEAP now

Years ago, this was definitely on the list of cars to buy during my tuner searches online. Nice to see I was right in thinking it wasn't nearly as bad as everyone said it was. T_T ✊

This car is a great car. With suspension upgrades and tires and it handles lovely. Car is not the greatest, but it is not bad at all either.

I had a 06 Eclipse GT with a 6 speed M/T.. I loved it.. but that's me

Awesome car. Very underestimated.

This video put me back to sleep and I was late for work.

These cars drive very smooth i was impressed when i drove it for the first time, i really like the 3g tho its such an odd looking car that looks good

I absolutely love this generation Eclipse. No turbo so its more reliable, easy to work on because it's a single cam. MIVEC helps alot on the power and fuel economy. I agree i wish it was all wheel drive, but it's still an awesome ride. Here in Puerto Rico we take the V6 MIVEC and put them in 2000 mirages and everything else for that matter. A well built engine and trany

I got one of these when I was a senior in high school, it was great for what it was and he's right that sound system bumps!

Had one of these in the family for about 10 years. Not a fan. Here is a list of major turn offs: 1. Valve lash needed to be adjusted on a frequent basis, but only on half the valves. Cost cutting on Mitsubishi's side. 2. Huge turning circle (42ft IIRC) 3. Poor visibility 4. Cheap plastic interior (door handles!) 5. Catalytic converter failure right outside of warranty (common problem) 6. EVAP system leaks 7. Very poor NVH at highway speed, having the upgraded stereo did not help. 8. Steering wheel did not telescope Pros: 1. Strong acceleration 2. Throaty exhaust 3. Hatchback versatility 4. Sport seats 5. Unique styling made it stand out

i like these type of videos. do more with these type of "sport cars"

Finally a good review on these! Every channel reviews the 4cyl and says that it’s slow. Like duh it only makes 160 and weighs 3300ish. My friend has a 6speed GT and I love when he lets me drive it 😋

I own an 06 eclipse gt 3.8 v6 6 speed manual. Absolutely love it! Very quick/fast car.

i still want one lol.

Used to have one of these. I liked it a lot.

I don't know why enjoyed this video so much, but I did! I'd like to see more normal, "mundane" cars like this for some reason.

This REALLY makes me want to see a Mitsubishi Diamante/Magna on this show! They're seriously underrated, even in Australia where they were built. It's like a step up Galant; Mitsubishi's own A32 Maxima, sorta with the powertrain from this eclipse. Solidly built, relaxed, but good steering, handling, accelerating/pulls and bang for $$. Mine even lights up stock tyres at t-junctions ;)

Why would you not post this the day of the Solar Eclipse?!! Opportunity FAIL

I like these. Beautiful Japanese styling

So much hope when it first released for an awd version that never came. It had a proper tunnel for the drivetrain and everything. I miss my DSMs. Just traded in my 2006 eclipse GS for a Fiesta ST. Good to be back to proper forced induction again like my TSI... weird it's with Ford tho. How the times have changed and continue to move. Love the content!

Matt, Galant is Father of EVO. Galant VR4 to be exact. Remember Rally Days Galant was a Legend until Subaru then they took the VR4 and put the dynamics into the EVO enhanced by 10 or more lol... Trust me Matt being you so accustomed to a million HP 260 is not slow or shitty as you did say. And yes weight and driving dynamics plays major parts not just a zillion Hp. I know if Mitsu was to come back with any vigor whatever car they put out would be a got damn beast. 3000GT, Galant Ralliart,EVO,Eclipse are pretty much their only true bangers. Emphasis on 3000GT and EVO LOL!!!!!! Peace Matt you have the best channel something no one is doing period. Keep it up

Good deal! Cool video thanks arian

Thank both of You Fellas!! Nice Real review... ;) \,,/

I wasn't able to see the Eclipse here in the Southeast due to rain a few weeks ago. My life is now complete.

Now that is a well formed beard

Rockford fosgate is a very legit audio brand.

Warning!!! Danger to Manifold.

Mitsu had plans on making a Ralliart version for this eclipse by offereing it with the 4g63t, carbon fibre body, performance brakes, suspensions and struts but the drivetrain remained FF. Theres a concept for it, you can search on youtube.

It's too hot to sleep...then I get blessed with this 😎

I had a '99 GSX, two '01 models, an '08, and now an '07 which is in immaculate condition, leather interior, power everything, and is the best version I've owned yet. GT's are very rare, and took a while to find after some asswipe lost control of his vehicle and hit my parked 2008. But the car looks and runs like it just came off the lot.

Idk why people are haters, these cars were great!

Reminded me of my brother's eclipse! He's selling a 2006 Eclipse GT v6

The 4g just didn't get the attention it deserved. I've had mine for years now, with 130,000 miles i still have no problem dusting these new turbo 4 cylinders, and older mustangs like my bros 4.6

The transition from the Stealth makes sense! Similar body style curves

Rockford Fosgate makes excellent music equipment

I always hated those cars until I drove one. Now I own one and I’m pretty happy how it drives

If people could move out of the DSM past and accept that Mitsubishi isn't associated with Chrysler anymore (and wasn't when the 3G and 4G came out either) then maybe this car wouldn't get so much hate. I don't know about all people, but I personally couldn't care less that the 4G wasn't AWD, didn't have a turbo, and wasn't rebadged and sold as a Dodge and a Chrysler. Also, when people refer to this car and then a 2G, it's like they completely forget about everything that wasn't a GSX (when they're talking about AWD) or a GS-T (when they're talking about turbos). What I'm trying to say with that is that this is still an Eclipse for all the people who love to say it isn't. It's almost identical to the 2G RS. FWD and no 4g63. Pretty much the same to the 2G GS. FWD, difference being that the 4G didn't have the 4g63. Kind of similar to the 2G GS-T, because they're both FWD. Other than that, they don't share the turbocharged 4g63 that the 2G GS-T had. Biggest difference is that the 4G was sold as a Mitsubishi only, not sold as a Mitsubishi, Plymouth, and Eagle. So think about it this way. The 4G is the closest thing you'll get to a modern day 2G RS. The differences are the engine, the weight, and the fact that it wasn't rebadged and sold as three different cars.

I love the old ball one takes!

Man you really missed the boat on this one. This would've been the perfect video for aug 21st

I own a 4g eclipse gt 6 speed and thing is Amazing and Moves Very Great. Mine has stock headers with both cats still on it but 3rd cat ia deleted and has straight pipe with cherrybomb resonator and stock intake but sounds great.

Would like to see a 2g eclipse review

I have a 2009 blue eclipse GS, it's a horrible sports car, but an amazing daily driver, I'll never get rid of it

For its price its more than amazing. This is just a good starter car for people who wanna get off their feet but dont get one with too many miles on it.

Thats the penumbra i have in GTA

I have an 09 4 cylinder, 5 speed manual and it's fun. Good car solid daily driver. Great highway car too 😊

That thing is a beast against cops in nfsmw! It could smash through any roadblock

That's one dirty engine bay :)

I've got an 08 gt conv 6sp freaking love it.

Matt totally missed a great opportunity to post this one take during the solar eclipse last Monday.

See i like these type of videos.. i never knew that it had 260hp.. when it comes to early model mitsubishis.. people focus on the 4g63

I never understood the facination of horsepower when there is speed limits smh

Fast forward and in 2024 this car’s whole appeal is a relatively large displacement v6, as posed to a turbo 4 found in everything these days. Few bolt ons and it’ll sound as it should.

Wth rockford fosgate is the shit, I use to install stereos and they are definitely better than most. The right door speakers from them along with a good amp and you don't even need a sub. I am planning on putting 4 RF speakers in my g35 sedan. Just look at their wiring kit compared to others, it's actually a lot of copper and not just copper coating. That shit melts right off when soldering with a torch.

As a former owner of a '92 Dodge Stealth R/T, a '92 R/T Twin Turbo and a '92 Eagle Talon TSi (AWD) [That they're all 1992 is a coincidence!!]... Pretty much anyone into the spirit of DSM cars HATED these Eclipses and for good reason... no soul.

if you get the right color or paint it the right color and put the right mods on it its probably a great car to have and thats why i want one

3800lbs for the Spyder top down. The coupe is around 3300-3400lbs I believe.

"What's a better word for corporate"... "It's okay" Lol nice one, Matt. I get what you meant tho.

I think these GT’s are awesome, the v6 is fast & torquey too

"The eclipse no one likes"

I have a 2010 GT and drive it daily, it's a great dependable car. No major problems.

I own the same. It's awesome. But yea u r right about the drivetrain and whatnot

Matt I need to set a date with you, my 2g is ready!

First day of summer? How old are these vids when you post them anyways? August 29th today.

I'm 17, know next to nothing about cars, and I drive one of these things (although mine is auto). Mine has been a little lowered which makes it look a little meaner, but it's funny how I have the exact same issue with the plastic handle on the inside of the door. As far as the average car goes, it's pretty reactive on the gas pedal and a lot of fun for a teenager. Especially since I got the thing for under 100k miles at $5,000!

If they did a turbo AWD sport version of this it would have been badass.

I have a turboed 2nd gen eclipse. And i just got me an 06 eclipse gt with the 3.8l i got it knowing its not awd or turboed like my 2nd gen. But something about the naturally aspirated v6 with 6 speed that grabs my attention.i wanna get it over the 300 whp mark and call it good, as this will be my daily. I love the styling on these cars (not in stick form) but with a lowering kit, wheels and a few exterior enhancements, these things look sexy 🤤

I have to admit those 4th gen seats are the bomb! I have a set in my 2nd gen Eclipse and is my daily driver. Good on gas and is way cheaper to work on for about $600 for parts that the 4th gen is asking 2k for. I do like the 4th gen in some ways such as it's a 6-speed, the convertible top, and built in back up camera (last model I believe) and bluetooth. Still, I'll take my 2nd gen over the 4th gen Eclipse. You can always beef up the 2nd gen.

Still driving my 06 V-6 manual as my daily driver and for runs down to Knoxville. 170k miles. New struts, alternator, clutch, water heater. Belt at 60k. Belt and pump etc at 120k. Belt at 150k to fix an annoying but minor oil leak. Issues: One catalytic converter throws an ODBII code periodically but easily cleared and no impact on engine performance. Suffers from the typical dash peel but have left it because it doesn't effect performance.

Matt thanks for shedding some light on this red headed step father of the Evo.. If I'm paying $2k every 60k miles then it better be German.

Mitsubishi actually did a concept with the evo 9 drive train but they never made it into production and and the 4g can be great Sport car with some mods

Just sorry the V6 GT is sooo rare, on the used car market, especially the very underrated convertible. That hatch, 6-speed, sunroof, leaher-seats in that smart pewter paint is a honey! Mitsubishi (three diamonds in Japanese,) made some scary aircraft during WW2!

"This thing is far from the awd turbo take no prisoners at the track" eclipse that we know.

What’s MIVEC? Is it there version of VTEC?

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If you have not heard rockford fosgate you dont know much about audio just saying

Which canyon is this that he always drives?

like a boss