Where did you start with your FR-S/BRZ

[Chimera]

I did tint first, then went into stereo upgrades, in which you can dump a lot of cash.
then again not as much as wheels..

[cooldandani]

Originally Posted by jebuwh

I did drop in filter/ resonator delete, then oft, then red taillights haha. Next is coilovers and wheels and tires. Or maybe header. So many options. That's what's awesome about this car.

How does the oft work, any gains with that and the air filter even if small?

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[jebuwh]

Originally Posted by cooldandani

How does the oft work, any gains with that and the air filter even if small?

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Oft is epic. I'm on the e85 tune. I can't remember what the exact HP gains were but man it rips now. Best money I've spent on the car. I highly recommend it. If you're around socal I would happily give you a ride!

[N1rve]

I had a BRZ Spoiler custom painted in silver ignition first. It changed the look of the car drastically!

[Crazy Drew]

Originally Posted by BigFatFlip

My very first and most favorite mod is the fumoto oil drain valve. Subaru already made it much easier to change the oil filter, but this just made it so much easier changing the oil. Perfect for that night of prep before a track day.

They let you track with one of those oil drain valves?

[chas3wba0]

The essentials:
1. Clutch pedal height adjustment, for driveability
2. Tint - I can't stand owning a car without it
3. Exhaust - Whether you get a catback or JDM tips, those dinky factory ones gotta go

[Naturalaspirations86]

I quickly went to work when I got mine.

1. HIDs 8000k (ice blue look)
2. Cold air intake
3. LED day time running lights
4. just ordered some new side markers

I'm planning on redoing the entire exhaust system like chas3wba0 mentioned those exhaust tips have got to go. Also those who are tuning for performance, don't forget that radar it helps!

[ET86]

First, I got HID's, 5 axis spoiler. Then my factory rims were stolen, so I got new ones and lowered her with the pro-kits.

[Tromatic]

Actually learning to drive the thing stock puts you ahead of most owners.

[gutbuster]

Originally Posted by fatoni

i think that anybody who jumps into mods without having the experience and understanding of what the car is in accordance to what they desire is foolish and doing themselves a disservice. there are rules of thumb (something along the lines of tires, brakes, suspension, power) but everyone is different so spend some time with the car and see what you want to be different, then change it.

Very well said. Learning to drive the car is great start. Doing some Auto-X or Drivers school is a "software" upgrade that carries with you with any car.

As far as HW mods, start with the basics. Tires, right off the bat. Perhaps lighter wheels if you can afford it. Lowering a car for "normal" roads creates a new set of problems if you are not aware of what is affected.

[BlueDubbinTDI]

I swapped my roof antenna before it even left the parking lot

[Jegan_V]

First change, said goodbye to the tiny exhaust tips and fitted the standard 86/GT86 ones...looks so much better as the stock USDM ones left a giant hole.

[CruiseZen]

Dropped the car off 4 days after buying it for professional paint correction and an application of Opti-Coat. If I could have afforded clear bra I would have had that done also. Protecting your car's paint should be a high priority. Other mods will be happening as the money is available.

[fatoni]

Originally Posted by jeepmor

I think this car was designed FOR the tuner crowd and people can do what they want with their money. Sound advice, but a bit high on that horse is how it comes across.

yeah i sound like a **** on the internet but i dont mean to. my point is just that if you act too quickly, you cant know what youre doing. its like when i see people adding salt to food they havent tasted, just seems silly to go through the motions without any sort of idea what problem you are trying to solve