Modified 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 5-Speed

Description

The 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR‑4 was part of the sixth-generation Galant lineup, serving as a homologation special designed to meet Group A regulations for rally competition. Powered by Mitsubishi’s potent 2.0L turbocharged 4G63 inline-four featuring a cast-iron block, DOHC aluminum head, and a TD05H turbocharger feeding through an intercooler. The VR‑4 boasted full-time all-wheel drive with a viscous center differential, four-wheel steering, independent suspension, and ABS brakes—technologies directly derived from its rally pedigree. Only around 3,000 units were officially imported to the U.S. in 1991 and 1992 (2,000 in ’91 and 1,000 in ’92), each featuring numbered badges—though numbering didn’t reflect production sequence.

This Galant VR-4 is #501 of 2,000 examples produced for the US market in 1991, though it was sold new in Ontario, Canada, according to the included CARFAX history report. It is finished in matte gray over black leather upholstery. Power is sent to all four wheels through a five-speed manual transaxle with an upgraded clutch, and additional modifications include an uprated turbocharger and injectors along with a 3” exhaust system, high-flow catalytic converter, ECMLink ECU, front-mounted intercooler, louvered hood vents, and more. The four-wheel steering system and ABS have been removed, and the car rides on 17” OZ Racing alloy wheels.

This rare Galant VR-4 is now offered with a CARFAX history report, an assortment of spare parts, and a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• #501 of 2,000 1991 Galant VR-4s produced for the US market

• 2.0L turbocharged 4G63 inline-four

• Five-speed manual transaxle

• All-wheel drive

• Extensive modifications, as detailed below

Factory Equipment

• Black leather upholstery

• Sunroof

• Air conditioning

Modifications

• Mechanical

  • 16G turbocharger

  • Front-mounted intercooler

  • 3” exhaust with ported manifold

  • 550cc injectors

  • Aluminum radiator

  • Derale two-speed cooling fan with manual override

  • ARP head studs

  • ECMLink adjustable ECU

  • Lightweight flywheel

  • Exedy clutch with 2100 plate

  • Powder-coated brake calipers with PowerStop pads

  • Stainless-steel clutch and brake lines

  • Polyurethane control arm mounts

• Exterior

  • 17” OZ Racing Superleggera alloy wheels

  • Gray paint with a black hood stripe

  • Louvered hood vents

  • Decklid spoiler

  • Amber fog lights

  • Roof-mounted vortex generators

  • Tinted window deflectors

• Interior

  • Boost gauge and voltage meter with USB port

  • Dual stereo with Bluetooth connectivity

Servicing

• The seller reports that the “entire drivetrain was removed, cleaned, inspected, resealed and documented, steering rack replaced, ABS and all-wheel-steering have been eliminated for reliability and easy service.”

Known Imperfections

• Imperfections in the finish (see photo gallery)

• Worn trim

• Sunroof controls, interior trim, and dome light have been removed

• The included CARFAX history report lists the following (see report for full details):

  • June 1996: Damage Report: Accident reported with another motor vehicle

  • February 2001: Not Actual Mileage Title issued

  • April 2024: Mileage inconsistency when the odometer reading went from 120,310 to 109,722 miles

Ownership History

The CARFAX history report shows this 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 was first registered in Ontario, Canada, and has remained registered in New Mexico and Arizona since 1997. The seller acquired the car in April 2019.

Included Items

• Spare transaxle and transfer case

• OEM VR-4 hood and assortment of trim pieces

• Roof panel and headliner from non-sunroof Galant

• 15” OZ wheels mounted with tires

• 15” Enkei wheels

• 720cc injectors

• New clutch master and slave cylinders

• Unused set of belts

• Factory center vents

• Reman air conditioning compressor and spare drier

• Removed brass radiator

Additional information

• Several photos show cloth upholstery, as they were taken before the leather seats were reinstalled