Don Mealey's Sport Mitsubishi

Before we say goodbye to the Mitsubishi Eclipse coupe, which will not see a next generation model, the Japanese auto maker will make a 2012 special edition available through some dealerships.

According to sources at Mitsubishi, 2012's Eclipse Coupe and Eclipse Spyder "will be available in a unique SE Special Edition featuring attention-grabbing exterior features that include special "SE" side decal, black side mirrors and striking 18-in. dark finish alloy wheels. There is also…

Originally designed to replace the angular Starion coupe; the Mitsubishi Eclipse first launched in 1990, with a trim level available for nearly every aesthetic sensibility and annual income. Needless to say, it didn't take long for it to become the Japanese auto manufacturer's quintessential luxury performance sports coupe in North America.

Over the years, Mitsubishi retained the Eclipses sports car theme, from the inexpensive fuel-efficient entry- level model all the way to the…