First Mods?
 

Hi - sorry if I've posted in the wrong place… I'm pretty new here. I bought my BRZ in February and I LOVE IT. So far, I've ordered the Grimmspeed plate relocator. Any ideas on exterior mods that I should consider next? What looks cool that I can do relatively reasonably? Mostly thinking about appearance right now, not so much performance. I already love how this car drives. I just want to do some things to make it a bit more unique.

I'm in Hillsboro OR in case anyone knows reliable shops in the area too.

You can do anything you want, a lot of guys will start with a new set of rims, some will get a muffler first, others will put on a bodykit, or a spoiler. Its all personal preference.

A good idea would be Opticoat and/or 3M Clearbra to keep the paint in tip top condition, especially with rocks and junk. A good wax and detail will go a long way. After that, maybe a set of rims, or lowering springs?

Fender garnishes, diffuser, lip are other options as well.

Maybe even that carbon fibre engine cover too.

I think it's safe to go by these guidelines:

- Don't settle for cheaper options if quality is what you want.
- Don't buy things just because you can (because those things are usually tacky)
- Have a goal in mind. Some people have no goals and go too far; turning their car into something they no longer enjoy or like.

Widebody. Errrbody loves one of those.

Contact @Diode Dynamics and put LEDs in all the things. It may not be exactly unique, but it does look much better.

I went for cheap, functional mods first. It's amazing what an improvement a handful of <$50 parts can make.

Clear side markers

Please search. This took me all of 1 minute.
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...highlight=mods
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Mine was plate relocated, JDM rearview mirror and Alcantara dash hood.

Not a ft86 thread without that one person who tells people to search.

:search:

People outside of the PACNW commenting? gtfo!

Get a build strategy goin. a clean well modded car doesn't necessary need to be a brand whore. Get some clean build ideas online and follow it. no need to reinvent the wheel. a basic theme and flow is everything. there are many cringy 86s out there.


Mine was clean, trackable, but still looks good at car meets.


If you are too busy fending off other peoples "hate" your probably doing it wrong imo

Example of a car with too many goodies and no design direction:

http://i.ytimg.com/vi/4N0MQcgo9so/maxresdefault.jpg

Then one with a simple and clean design direction:

http://frsbrzperformance.com/wp-cont...harger-hks.jpg

Check out my build thread to get ideas. A rear diffuser definitely makes a statement and not only looks great but is functional as well if you buy the Driveway Labs diffuser. I would stay away from any part that stays on with double sided tape (except side mirror overlays like I have) and also stay away from plastic body kits or side skirts that need to be color matched because they just don't look right (plus are usually double side taped). Most go with wheels first. XXR has a few cheap but nice looking options.

Sound generator tube removal, $5-100 depending on method and it cleans up the engine bay really nicely. That and wheels, but buy them used from someone on here or the fb group for cheap.

Tail lights

Am I the only one that couldn't stand looking at those stupid forester tips sitting in the giant cutouts? The first thing I bought for my car is the Perrin 2.5" catback and I don't regret it one bit. Now I'm thinking I want more and will probably go header back, tint my windows, and maybe buy new wheels when the stock tires wear out. Other than that I'd call it a day already.

It all depends on what you're wanting. I set out knowing I wanted to go all black and did some basics of smoked sidemarkers, smoked Valenti tails, black wheels, black emblems (Toyota ones), and a 20% tint. I'm not quite done on the outside as I'll be getting black headlights at some point too. Oh and if you got a '14 or before switch out the terrible antenna.

Really it just depends on what you want your car to look like in the end. I know I wanted to get the exterior mods done before I started on the performance parts. Check out the build threads though, I got some great ideas from there.

first mods for me were removing the badges from the rear of the car, then catback, plate relocation and clear side markers.

I went batmobile with mine lol. I second the guy above about exhaust. Anything looks better than the tiny tips being swallowed up by the large exhaust holes. Check out Darren's shop if you are thinking of lowering it. Low prices fast service. Search on the northwest thread, I believe he has a bbq event coming up where it's going to be a lowering car party. Welcome to the community

My humble advice would be to not mess with the geometry or suspension of the car for the first few thousand miles while you get acquainted with it. Keep the stock tires as well for a few thousand miles.

My first mod though was catback and a master cylinder brace.

Still on stock suspension and tires after nearly 5k miles.

look what i found on CL today

http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/4944121141.html