u/Comfortable-Today314

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First mods for a 2020 WRX

Hello everyone! Some of you *may* have seen my last post where I asked many questions about the 2020 wrx. I ended up purchasing one that was really close to my job (lucky!) and am now looking at first mods. My goal with the car is for it to be a fun/reliable daily, eventually I’ll add bolt ons+tune (and ofc risk some reliability) but for now I want a better driving experience. What I already have planned is: Tint+rain guards and SS brake lines. I’m looking for help/opinions on:

-dry air filter, does the Grimm or aem dry filter help induction noise?

-how to upgrade sound system? The stock sound system leaves much to be desired. I don’t need a crazy aftermarket setup, but definitely need an upgrade. I’ve seen the idoing head unit, how much does this change the sound quality with upgraded speakers all around? Or are there better options available.

-catback? Looking to get a more pleasurable driving experience, would any brands increase turbo whistle without being excessively loud?

-Shifter bushings+shift stop. I’ve seen this can help with 1-2 shift. Recommended brands?

-AOS/catch can. I can’t choose between these two. I’ve seen pros and cons for both, I think I’m leaning towards a catch can. Would be nice to hear some of your guys’ thoughts.

Any other mods I can do that don’t require a tune and that’ll help make this car more fun? Open to suggestions and very happy with the car so far!!

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u/Comfortable-Today314 — 11 days ago
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Hello WRX owners! I wanted to see if I could get some help. I’m in the market for a car and the 2020 WRX is a car I’ve been considering heavily. I’m coming from an 8th gen SI so I know the personality of both cars is vastly different. And also how I will have to drive the WRX. If I’m being honest, I’ve dogged on my SI and have never had any issues or worries. But I am very good about doing all maintenance as well.

My main questions:
-How reliable is the FA20/VA platform overall?
-what are some to be expected issues (and their fixes)
-how much does FBO+tune affect reliability? I plan on keeping the car stock for a while, but eventually, I would like to do some basic bolt ons and a tune.
-mainly looking at premium trim, but is the limited worth the extra cost?
-how is the market for these cars right now? I see a lot of sub 60k mile cars in the mid $20’s
-what are some things you don’t like about your WRX?

I would really appreciate any help and insight you guys have to offer. If it helps, I’m mainly debating between this and a 2020 SI, but leaning more towards the WRX.

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u/Comfortable-Today314 — 15 days ago