How reliable is this fitment answer?

Confidence: Reported (2 of 3). Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed. Based on 4 cited source(s), last verified 2026-10-26.

Will OEM Evo IX (2006 RS/IX) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel fit a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Q: Will OEM Evo IX (2006 RS/IX) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel fit a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Yes, reportedly. Yes. The 2006 IX Enkei (17x8JJ ET38, 5x114.3) is the same size, offset and bolt pattern as the 2003 VIII wheel in Mitsubishi's own documents, and both cars use the same Brembo front brake. Owners list every VIII/IX factory wheel as 17x8 +38 with a 67 mm bore. Tier 2: inferred from matching factory specs, not from a Mitsubishi interchange statement.

Added 2026-10-26 · Updated 2026-10-26

Short answer: Yes, reportedly Reported

Verdict:Fits Reported confidence (2 of 3) · 4 sources

Yes, reportedly: Yes.

Years: 2003-2005 · Applies to: all (non-RS 2003-04 cars included) · 4 sources · Last verified 2026-10-26

Safety-critical part. Manufacturer sources are cited, but they disagree or are incomplete for this fitment, so this entry is held below "Confirmed". Have the work done or checked by a qualified professional and confirm figures and part numbers against the service manual or the manufacturer.

Part	OEM Evo IX (2006 RS/IX) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel
Part comes from	Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX (2006)
Vehicle	Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)
Years	2003-2005
Trim / condition	all (non-RS 2003-04 cars included)
Verdict	Fits Reported to fit
Confidence	Reported 2 of 3 — Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed.
Last verified	2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read)

Details

Yes. The 2006 IX Enkei (17x8JJ ET38, 5x114.3) is the same size, offset and bolt pattern as the 2003 VIII wheel in Mitsubishi's own documents, and both cars use the same Brembo front brake. Owners list every VIII/IX factory wheel as 17x8 +38 with a 67 mm bore. Tier 2: inferred from matching factory specs, not from a Mitsubishi interchange statement.

Specs

bolt pattern: 5x114.3
centerbore mm: 67.1
size: 17x8
offset mm: 38
tire: P235/45R17 93W
weight lb owner reported: 20.17

Related build entries

Swap between factory Evo VIII/IX wheels

Other wheels fitment for the CT9A (Evolution VIII)

OEM Evo VIII (2003-05 base/RS/VIII) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel — Specification Factory spec
OEM Evo VIII MR (2005) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel — Specification Factory spec
Factory spare, Evo VIII 2003 (17x4T steel ET30, T125/70D17) — Specification Factory spec
Factory wheel nut spec, Evo VIII/IX (M12x1.5) — Specification Factory spec
OEM Evo IX MR (2006) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel — Reported to fit Fits

This part on other generations

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX (2006) — Specification Factory spec

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Sources

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX specifications (MMNA spec sheet) — Mitsubishi Motors North America (hosted by The Auto Channel) (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2006 RS/IX: 17 x 8JJ offset +38 Enkei.
2003 Lancer Evolution service manual, group 31: wheel and tire — Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2003 VIII: 17x8JJ, offset 38, PCD 114.3.
Everything to know about evo 8/9/10 OEM wheels — EvolutionM forum (forum thread; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
VIII and IX Enkeis both 17x8 +38, 67 mm.
Evo 8, 9 & MR Wheel Offsets & Fitment — DSMtuners forum (forum thread; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
Owners: all Evo 8/9 factory wheels 17x8 +38.

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