Mitsubishi Evo VII bucket seat guide
2001 to 2003
This guide covers the Evo VII, 2001 to 2003. Both the Planted Technology bracket and the OMP subframe are confirmed for this exact chassis, and the Custom Cages T45 kit also covers the Evo VIII and IX, sharing the same floor.
- The Planted Technology bracket and OMP subframe are both confirmed for the Evo VII
- The Custom Cages International Multipoint T45 kit covers the Evo VII, VIII and IX together
- A genuine spread of roll cage tiers, from a bolt-in option through to full weld-in multipoint kits
- Reclining sport seats keep more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat
- Harnesses above 3-point need a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar
Mounting
The Planted Technology Seat Bracket at £185.50 and the OMP Direct Fit Subframe at £85.88 are both confirmed for the Evo VII.
The Sparco FIA Steel Side Mount Brackets at £75 and the Sparco Seat Sliding Runner Kit at £34.95 give further fixing options for seats using their own runners.
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Competition bucket seats
The Cobra Monaco Pro at £235 and Monaco 40th Edition at £395 are the accessible starting points. The Mirco RS1 3D at £372, Sabelt GT3 at £431, and OMP WRC-R Fibreglass at £438 sit alongside. The Sparco Evo QRT at £475 is the premium option for an Evo built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the Evo VIIWhich bucket seat for a Mitsubishi Evo VII
The Cobra Monaco Pro FIA at £235 is the practical starting point for a track day car. If you want a WRC-derived shell, the OMP WRC-R Fibreglass at £438 is well judged for the money. For an Evo built properly for competition, the Sparco Evo QRT at £475 is the strongest option here.
Reclining sport seats
The Sparco R100 Martini Racing at £291.66 is the accessible starting point. The Recaro Cross Sportster CS at £1323 is a premium reclining seat with strong lateral support. The Cobra Misano Lux at £1290.83 and Misano Anniversary Spec 2 at £1374.17 are the top of the range.
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Roll cages
The Safety Devices Rear Bolt-In Roll Cage at £237.49 is the accessible option for harness bar mounting alone.
For a car built properly for competition, the full weld-in kits: the OMP Multi-Point Weld in Roll Cage Kit at £1245.29, the Safety Devices Weld In at £1123.79, the OMP Multi-Point Weld in Roll Cage at £1440.98, the Sparco Multipoint Weld In at £1542.91, and the Custom Cages International Multipoint T45 at £1571, which also covers the Evo VIII and IX.
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Roll cage tier for the Evo VIIWhich roll cage for a Mitsubishi Evo VII
The Safety Devices Rear Bolt-In Roll Cage at £237.49 is the accessible option if you only need harness mounting. For a car being built properly for competition, the OMP Multi-Point Weld in Roll Cage Kit at £1245.29 is the more accessible full cage, with the Custom Cages International Multipoint T45 at £1571 the top of the range here.
Harnesses
Harnesses need a roll cage or harness barA 4-point, 5-point or 6-point harness with separate shoulder straps needs proper attachment points above and behind the seat. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar before using anything above a 3-point belt.
The TRS Clubman 3-point bolt-in at £80 and 4-point clip-in at £100 both use the standard seat belt anchor points and do not need a cage. For 4-point competition use, the TRS Magnum 4-point FIA at £205 and the Takata Drift II at £229 are the step up.
For 6-point harnesses, the cage goes in first. The TRS Magnum 6-point Superlite FIA at £245, the Takata Drift III at £270, and the Schroth Profi 3×2 at £370.01 all suit a caged Evo VII going to competition or serious track days.
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What fits
Mounting for every seat in this guide.
| Seat | Mounting | Notes |
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| Cobra Monaco Pro / 40th Edition | Bracket or subframe, side mount | |
| Mirco RS1 3D FIA | Bracket or subframe, side mount | |
| Sabelt GT3 FIA | Bracket or subframe, side mount | |
| OMP WRC-R Fibreglass FIA | Bracket or subframe, side mount | |
| Sparco Evo QRT FIA | Bracket or subframe, side mount | |
| Recaro Cross Sportster CS Reclining | Bracket or subframe, Recaro runners | |
| Cobra Misano reclining seats | Bracket or subframe, universal runners |
Common questions
Does the Custom Cages T45 kit fit the Evo VIII and IX too?
Yes, it is confirmed for the Evo VII, VIII and IX together.
I have seen this cage listed under "Carisma" too, is that a different car?
No, that reflects how this generation was market-classified in parts of Europe. The listing we use here is functionally the same product under the Lancer naming.
Can I run a 6-point harness without a roll cage?
No. A 6-point harness needs anchor points above and behind the seat for the shoulder straps. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar first.
Should I choose a competition bucket or a reclining seat?
A competition bucket holds you better through a corner but is harder to live with day to day. A reclining seat keeps more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat.
More help
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