Automotive enthusiast reveals why the rarest car he owns is a broken Mitsubishi acquired for $20K after being found in poor condition

A broken-down Mitsubishi might seem out of place in a collection of gleaming hypercars and million-dollar restorations, but this car collector has taken the time to explain why this describes the rarest car he owns.

The car is a veritable Japanese domestic market (JDM) icon, sitting in the ‘Japanese’ section of his vast garage.

He owns a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 in addition to a 1995 Toyota Supra.

Both are ‘various levels of broken’ – so here’s why he’s holding on tight to them.

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The Mitsubishi is the rarest car in his collection

Content creator, Tavarish, makes videos about ‘buying, modifying, and breaking cars’.

However, while it might not seem to fit with the other glossy motors, the 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT is more than just a car.

Rare, sentimental, and brimming with nostalgia – it’s a symbol of the golden age of Japanese sports cars.

It’s one of just 287 3000GTs in an eye-catching Caracas Red finish that was produced in its final model year.

Under the hood, its twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 is mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and all-wheel-drive system.

This trifecta made it a technological marvel when it rolled off the assembly line.

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How Tavarish got his hands on it

Savaris first owned this car years ago, sold it during a major life transition, and miraculously found it again when it had been abandoned in Dallas.

Alongside his friend Jared, Tavarish then spent two intense days reviving it – taking it from lifeless to rally-ready just in time for the Dustball Rally.

Despite this work, the car is far from perfect.

The single-stage paint job is nearly worn away, its suspension creaks, the driveshaft vibrates, and its tires are mismatched.

This metaphorical journey cemented its place as his favorite car, with Tavarish viewing its imperfections as opportunities.

He’s still hoping to pull the engine, swap in forged internals, add bigger turbos, and install a modern standalone ECU.

Aesthetically he wants new wheels and a full restoration of its rusted undercarriage.

Known for seeing the potential in cars others have given up on, he hopes that one day it will be a 400HP daily driver with classic charm blended with modern performance.