just bought an 04 wrx. How do i improve it, what should i be looking at first?

 

A car with a STI badge on the back
hope this helps
only kidding it all depends on what you want to achieve.

 

You will regret asking that question as it will now lead to a life of non stop modding!.

Most popular would be to change the exhaust system for a sports cat etc with straight centre pipe and a nice back box. Blitz Nur R/Afterburner vortex are always favorites. Uprate the fuel pump and get a remap, should keep you smiling for a while. Really the mods are endless depending on what you want out of the car. Wheels, Brakes, suspension?. Just have fun with it.

 

i am happy with the car i just wondered what improvements i should consider and in what order.

 

I'd suggest upgrading the suspension first, maybe coilovers and possibly the brakes, then you hav a good basis to go for power mods

 

Exhaust from the turbo back, 255l/hr fuel pump, panel filter and a remap will transform the car.

 

1. Suspension - for a start rear ARB (Whiteline 22mm adjustable) and droplinks.
2. Brakes. Either new pads (Ferodo/Mintex), disks, or if you can afford it better calipers (be careful as some, such as Brembo's, won't fit under your wheels).
3. Sportscat/decat downpipe and 2nd cat, backbox, panel filter, possibly fuel pump and remap from one of the respected mappers on here (have a search).
4. Stereo

Ok, I did 4 first, lived with it as standard for a bit then started on the other stuff once I'd got used to it.

You can do the backbox at any time.

Remember to tell the insurance company!