Just picked up a 2023 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT! - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

mufasis · 07-17-2023, 02:02 PM

What's good fam! I had a 2013 BRZ back when they first came out, had a few cars since then...

I decided to get another BRZ because it was such a fun and enjoyable car.

Let me tell you the 2023 BRZ is the best yet, they refined this car and did an amazing job, and the added displacement really makes a huge difference.

What are the first mods everyone has done?

I didn't let them drill the front bumper, so I'm going to do a tow hook front license plate mount, probably some titanium tire air caps, I really hate the tint that came from the factory, but I didn't have a choice, so I might get some better tint.

Anyways, stay blessed, glad to be back in a Subaru.

vindiesel · 07-17-2023, 02:43 PM

5% tint all around, airbagz, cheesy looking chrome wheels on stretched tires, camber gang style and slammed, underglow neon lights undercarriage, straight pipe with tomei rear muffler, and a windshield banner that says "brz boiz."

That's a good start fam...just joking

Unplug the fake engine noise to start and enjoy

mufasis · 07-17-2023, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by vindiesel

5% tint all around, airbagz, cheesy looking chrome wheels on stretched tires, camber gang style and slammed, underglow neon lights undercarriage, straight pipe with tomei rear muffler, and a windshield banner that says "brz boiz."

That's a good start fam...just joking

Unplug the fake engine noise to start and enjoy

Thanks for the laugh!

Flarpswitch · 07-18-2023, 03:38 PM

My 2022 had the metal threaded inserts in the front for the license plate, but the spacing does not match the holes on the plate. Rather than drill out where the dimples are, I drilled new holes in the license plate and got the appropriate stainless steel screws that fit the threads. The dealer already screwed on a license plate frame on the back. In place of the two upper mounting screws, I used two stainless 'Well Nuts', the ones that have the expanding rubber grommets. Using machine screws makes for a cleaner fit. Self-tapping screws could strip out.

RedFun · 07-18-2023, 06:03 PM

Congratulations on the new BRZ! I have a red one on order. Mods? I’m looking at different wheels, to start. I really like the looks of these Klutch machined ones. Here’s what they look like on an older BRZ.

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Clipdat · 07-18-2023, 06:11 PM

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Here’s what they look like on an older BRZ with aftermarket coilovers and other suspension related modifications, and lowered to the point of completely ruining the positive handling attributes and overall geometry of the suspension. But sure looks good hard parked at the boba shop.

FTFY.

RedFun · 07-18-2023, 06:27 PM

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FTFY.

Eh, I’m not doing any of that.

Clipdat · 07-18-2023, 06:28 PM

You don't like boba tea?

ruturaj001 · 07-18-2023, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Flarpswitch

My 2022 had the metal threaded inserts in the front for the license plate, but the spacing does not match the holes on the plate. Rather than drill out where the dimples are, I drilled new holes in the license plate and got the appropriate stainless steel screws that fit the threads. The dealer already screwed on a license plate frame on the back. In place of the two upper mounting screws, I used two stainless 'Well Nuts', the ones that have the expanding rubber grommets. Using machine screws makes for a cleaner fit. Self-tapping screws could strip out.

You could have used Subaru bracket that allows to use those holes and not drill new ones.

ruturaj001 · 07-18-2023, 06:46 PM

My list of "mods"
1. Turn of fake engine noise
2. Added spare
3. PPF, legal tint on windows, windshield tinted 80% blue (not so legal) (mainly for track use)
4. STI flex bar (not much difference in feel)
5. GR86 mudguard
6. LEDs
7. JDM side marker
8. Camber bolts and then alignment
9. Brake pads and fluid

I already had port installed short shifter, STI knob, interior blue light, auto dimming rear view mirror etc

22 BRZ · 07-18-2023, 10:49 PM

I found that doing a cat-back exhaust really woke up the car for me. Stock it was just too quiet. Its nice because 1st gen cat-backs fit, so there's lots of options out there.

mufasis · 07-19-2023, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Flarpswitch

My 2022 had the metal threaded inserts in the front for the license plate, but the spacing does not match the holes on the plate. Rather than drill out where the dimples are, I drilled new holes in the license plate and got the appropriate stainless steel screws that fit the threads. The dealer already screwed on a license plate frame on the back. In place of the two upper mounting screws, I used two stainless 'Well Nuts', the ones that have the expanding rubber grommets. Using machine screws makes for a cleaner fit. Self-tapping screws could strip out.

Do you have any pictures? Luckily I didn't let them screw up the front, but the back was already drilled. Thinking about how I can fix that.

mufasis · 07-19-2023, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ruturaj001

You could have used Subaru bracket that allows to use those holes and not drill new ones.

Link?

ruturaj001 · 07-19-2023, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mufasis

Link?

I can give you part number SOA342L171

07-17-2023, 02:02 PM	#1
mufasis Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 2023 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Location: Brentwood, CA Posts: 73 Thanks: 4 Thanked 17 Times in 10 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Just picked up a 2023 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT! What's good fam! I had a 2013 BRZ back when they first came out, had a few cars since then... I decided to get another BRZ because it was such a fun and enjoyable car. Let me tell you the 2023 BRZ is the best yet, they refined this car and did an amazing job, and the added displacement really makes a huge difference. What are the first mods everyone has done? I didn't let them drill the front bumper, so I'm going to do a tow hook front license plate mount, probably some titanium tire air caps, I really hate the tint that came from the factory, but I didn't have a choice, so I might get some better tint. Anyways, stay blessed, glad to be back in a Subaru. Attached Images __________________ 2023 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Last edited by mufasis; 07-17-2023 at 02:46 PM.

07-17-2023, 02:43 PM	#2
vindiesel Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Drives: 2023 brz limited 6mt red Location: Greenville sc Posts: 183 Thanks: 165 Thanked 146 Times in 75 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	5% tint all around, airbagz, cheesy looking chrome wheels on stretched tires, camber gang style and slammed, underglow neon lights undercarriage, straight pipe with tomei rear muffler, and a windshield banner that says "brz boiz." That's a good start fam...just joking Unplug the fake engine noise to start and enjoy __________________ 2023 brz red limited 6mt 10k miles ish 2009 Chrysler 5.7l hemi eagle 300c heritage edition 205k miles

07-18-2023, 03:38 PM	#4
Flarpswitch Senior Member Join Date: May 2018 Drives: 2022 BRZ Ltd, 2025 Ascent Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 247 Thanks: 162 Thanked 173 Times in 99 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My 2022 had the metal threaded inserts in the front for the license plate, but the spacing does not match the holes on the plate. Rather than drill out where the dimples are, I drilled new holes in the license plate and got the appropriate stainless steel screws that fit the threads. The dealer already screwed on a license plate frame on the back. In place of the two upper mounting screws, I used two stainless 'Well Nuts', the ones that have the expanding rubber grommets. Using machine screws makes for a cleaner fit. Self-tapping screws could strip out. __________________ The ants are our friends, they’re blowing in the wind, that ants are blowing in the wind.

07-18-2023, 10:49 PM	#11
22 BRZ Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Drives: 2022 Subaru BRZ 6MT IR Location: Canada Posts: 194 Thanks: 55 Thanked 164 Times in 86 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I found that doing a cat-back exhaust really woke up the car for me. Stock it was just too quiet. Its nice because 1st gen cat-backs fit, so there's lots of options out there. __________________ 2022 BRZed, Red, Base, Manual, Simple

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ruturaj001 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Drives: BRZ 2023 Location: Washington Posts: 298 Thanks: 247 Thanked 114 Times in 85 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My list of "mods" 1. Turn of fake engine noise 2. Added spare 3. PPF, legal tint on windows, windshield tinted 80% blue (not so legal) (mainly for track use) 4. STI flex bar (not much difference in feel) 5. GR86 mudguard 6. LEDs 7. JDM side marker 8. Camber bolts and then alignment 9. Brake pads and fluid I already had port installed short shifter, STI knob, interior blue light, auto dimming rear view mirror etc

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