hodgepodge of mods, yay or nay?
 

What's your opinion on a BRZ with assorted mods from Tom's, TRD, STi, Perrin, and maybe even OE accessories from Scion and Toyota?

Example: would a TRD intake/catback (and matching decals) look awkward/tacky on a BRZ?

As it is I'm not really into having a theme (i.e. straight STi or straight JDM) setup as I find that limiting. Different aftermarket vendors have different specialties and I'd like to be open on what they offer.

Use what works best regardless of what it's decal says...

Personally I'm all about what is the best value while looking good. It doesn't matter if brands match. Of course I'm also not one to cover my car in logos so you may be going for a differnt look.

Unless you plaster it with giant stickers, hardly anyone else would know.
If you're OCD to use only one mono(mfg)mania, that single sticker would get so lonely :cry:


Didn't think that TRD would rate very highly with a beezer :iono:

It ur car u should put parts that fit your style and not just because its a matching set

mix and match who cares

Agree completely. Quality and benefit is what's important.

Thanks for the responses. Makes me remember the AMG tuned Mitsubishis of old. Not everyone will understand, but hey, that's makes them awesome.

Who would've thought that in there would be Tom's/TRD modified Subarus and STi modified Toyotas!

I couldn't stomach overpaying for Trd stuff, but it's cool on other people's stuff.

:iono:What the heck. If it is just what one says on the outside, just get the stickers and not the hardware. A lot cheaper. I have a couple of Perrin stickers for sale - Five bucks each AND THAT INCLUDES SHIPPING TO ANYWHERE IN THE CONTINENTAL USA.:laughabove:

One of the beautiful things about this car is that if you want to go OEM+, you actually have choices... that being said, TRD and STi stuff is super expensive. If you can afford it, it'd be a nice build, but there's very few people who can be picky here. For the most part, like the other said, we buy what's a good value regardless of brand.

Happy modding :)

If you have to ask this question, you're modding for flair or name recognition only.

If you don't care for this, you're modding for performance or value (you're getting from the parts).

Honestly? Imagine how FR-S guys feel when they're adding TRD parts to a car full of Subaru parts.

-alex

Go with whatever works the best and makes you happy.

Personally I think going with all one manufacturer makes you kind of a tool. I find what I like best, what works best and what I can get the best deal on for each part, in that order.

I don't see why it should matter what the brand is as long as the parts are selected for the overall look. I have Perrin tips and an Apexi drop-in...I didn't really care for the Perrin drop-in and Apexi doesn't make tips (that I know of). Some Nissan parts will work on Infinity and so on...I've seen some strange combinations but if you like it, who cares what anyone else thinks. If you were going TRD for warranty reasons, I'd check with your Subaru dealer first before assuming.

Exactly. The car is a Toyota and Subaru. I do not see a problem in this and neither should anyone else. They are obviously the same car with subtle differences. Both TRD and STI have parts in different categories. Some share but are better on one side.

i would venture to say that keeping everything from the same company is the wrong way to go. its probabl pretty tough for a company to have the time and resources to focus on all parts across the board. the areas of expertise will differ and i think its wise to buy parts accordingly

I can't wait for the joint Toyota/BMW venture to play out and the "complaints" from purists...

M parts or Rennsport stuff on a Supra.

-alex

I'm sure HE ^ can agree.......whichever mod/ install that results in you "fapping" at the end of the day = totally worth it :lol:

I see no reason not to mix and match the best parts, period.