This early WRX speaks to the tuner DNA — practical, effective, and set up for tuning. Swapping to a Mishimoto top-mount intercooler and pairing that with a Cobb Accessport is the canonical path to better spool and consistent power. It’s the sort of build that turns a reliable street car into a responsive platform for maps and bolt-on power. No flash, just solid mods that translate directly into better throttle response, lower intake temps, and the ability to safely extract more from the EJ powerplant.