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In 2011 I bought the clear LED taillights, then in 2024 I switched to the black ones, having previously replaced the third brake light with a black one. All of them, of course, have E-mark certification. I've put the old lights that aren't currently installed on display in storage.

In my trim level, my door panels were covered in leather, but they had no padding. Since I decorated everything with dragons, I wanted to come up with something special for the door panels. And dragon scales fit my theme perfectly, so I designed my own template and covered the door panels. The dragon scales, combined with the upholstery and its red decorative stitching, complete the overall look of the interior.

I've always seen dragons as majestic creatures full of strength, and you can see that on my Lancer... Dragons are everywhere. It was only logical that I designed my own logo featuring a dragon. This logo is located on the air scoop of the Evo's hood.

After installing the XTRONS ceiling monitor, I learned that Mitsubishi itself offered a ceiling monitor, but it was only available for the Outlander/Pajero. Since it's fully integrated into the MMCS, I really wanted it. But give up a great Android ceiling monitor for that? NO! I looked for an alternative way to use its functions. The only option was the trunk. So I started searching and found a brand new one, and not expensive at all. Since it was going to be installed in the trunk, I had to make the cables extra long. And I also ran an infrared sensor to the front so I could control it (it would be silly to only be able to operate it from the trunk... ^^). In combination with the MMCS and the Rockford amplifier from the Pajero (which I had previously installed), the OEM ceiling monitor unfolds its full potential. It can play DVDs, audio DVDs, and CDs. With DVDs, it also transmits the sound to the amplifier via a special DIN cable – DTS Surround Sound 5.1. And this cable is amazing. Why? I've only seen it once before and just bought it... Without this cable, it's only a fraction as good... There are two remote controls, one has an extra function and is designed in the style of the MMCS. A great project that brings many new features.

I often considered installing monitors in the headrests, but it never came to fruition. I opted for a ceiling-mounted monitor with Android. It has a built-in Full HD display, but it can also play 4K content. I connected it to the MMCS so that DVDs can also be displayed. I also connected a Chromecast Ultra to stream media to the ceiling monitor. In addition to all this, I also installed a PS2 and a PS3. Playing Ridge Racer 7 while driving is awesome, because the Lancer moves differently than in the game... a funny feeling ^^

Safety is my top priority, so I've installed two dashcams (512GB each) and four surround-view cameras. I can control them at any time. Of course, I won't reveal their exact functions...

When I bought my Lancer back then, I naturally read the owner's manual. There were features mine didn't have, even though I have the highest trim level... including the deadlock system... I did some research at the time and discovered that this system is only installed in right-hand drive vehicles. For whatever reason. Since I was able to configure the ETACS myself in 2022, I was no longer opposed to installing this system. The manual stated that the system activates after locking the car twice. But you can also configure it in the ETACS so that it's always activated... One small thing bothered me, though: according to pictures online, it could also be configured via the MMCS, but that option didn't appear for me back then... But of course, I persevered and kept investigating. Two things were required: a more up-to-date ETACS and an update to the CAN box. From today's perspective, both are no longer a problem. With these updates, the full functionality of the MMCS was restored; nothing more is programmed into the E-06.

Since I have Wi-Fi in the car, the next step was to install a Chromecast. Using an adapter to the AUX input, the connection was surprisingly stable, and the picture quality was perfectly fine for the MMCS resolution. I also installed a Chromecast Ultra with the Xtrons ceiling monitor to stream 4K content. Things got a bit complicated when I installed the OEM ceiling monitor. Because the OEM monitor used the same input as the AUX signal for DVDs, the MMCS didn't know which image to display and kept switching back and forth erratically. Therefore, I installed a switch in the center console to turn the Chromecast on and off. Overall, it's a nice way to display content on the MMCS or the ceiling monitor.

Originally, the Lancer had no functions on the rear doors, of course. Since I was converting to full chrome anyway, I continued the project in the back and replaced the standard door handles with the ones that have the KOS (Keyless Entry System). The latches themselves are easy to replace, as they are exactly the same size as the front ones. However, the locking mechanism is smaller in the back, so you can't install the ones from the front. The only option was to install the chrome push buttons from the Mitsubishi Delica D:5, but this model isn't available in Europe, only in Japan. So I checked in Japan to see if anything was available there. And I found a whole new set for sale. So, while I was at it, I decided to upgrade the rear doors as well. On the Mitsubishi Delica D:5, the button is used to close the sliding door, but we're using it for the KOS system, which means some modifications and proper wiring. Before the project, I thought this feature was kind of unnecessary, but when it was finished... Wow, it looked amazing! And because the button was wider and had a recess, locking it was much more comfortable than locking it from the front. Plus, when I'm carrying groceries or my son, locking it from the back is significantly more convenient. These days, I lock it from the back about 80% of the time... ^^

On the Instyle trim, the door handles are painted in the body color, which looks a bit bland on black. That's why I had the OEM chrome door handle covers pretty much from the beginning. After a few years, however, they were cracked and no longer looked good. At the time, I knew that the Outlander came with full chrome door handles. So I started looking for them. But since I needed ones with the KOS system, it was more difficult than I thought. I ended up combining two projects (rear KOS + full chrome door handles). So I needed four door handles. They feel wonderfully high-quality to the touch, unlike the covers, which have slight edges. While I was at it, I also removed my emergency lock; it simply looks cleaner, and the new ones look the same on both sides. Overall, a real improvement project.

Chrome is something most people probably don't like, but it goes really well with my black Lancer and provides a nice contrast. If I had bought a red Lancer back then, I would have switched everything to black or carbon fiber. Certain parts were already on the Lancer, such as the chrome trim on the radiator grille, the button on the trunk, the trim around the gearshift (I now have this from the Final Edition, as it is thicker and shinier), window trim, emblems, and interior door handles. The following elements have also been added: Door handles - formerly OEM covers, now chrome door handles from the Outlander Chrome trim on the lower radiator grille Emblem Lancer (small) and Evolution Interior locks from the 2006 Outlander Climate control module rings - originally silver on mine Gearshift surround, new from the Final Edition

When I bought the Lancer, it already had stainless steel door sill plates with the Lancer logo installed. They were generally very nice. Later, in the accessories catalog, I saw illuminated door sill plates. I had them replaced, which of course deformed the old ones... These are held in place by magnets and are each powered by two button cell batteries. They also have a built-in light sensor, and a magnet mounted on the door tells them when a door is opened. I've known for a long time that the Evo 10 has its own illuminated and non-illuminated door sill plates listed in the accessories booklet. The illuminated ones have the "Lancer Evolution" lettering in red. In 2025, I discovered the SST Final door sill plates from the Evo. I'd never seen them before, so I did some research to find out more about them. These door sill plates were originally fitted to the last Evo models equipped with the dual-clutch transmission. That's one generation before the Final Edition, which, as you know, had a 5-speed manual transmission. It was probably also available as an accessory, since the entire set has a part number. So it's definitely a nice and rare part for the Evo.