Antennas

The best short antennas for a WRX or BRZ are vehicle-specific stubby billet antennas from Cusco or Torque Solution. They screw directly onto the factory base in seconds, clean up the car's silhouette, and fit 2008-2014 WRX/STI, 2013-2019 BRZ and FR-S, and other models with matching bases.

A stubby antenna is one of the simplest cosmetic upgrades you can do: it replaces the long factory whip with a short machined piece, usually billet aluminum in black or machined finishes. Installation is a thread-on job that takes under a minute with no tools. The main trade-off is reception — a shorter antenna can pull in slightly weaker FM/AM signal than the tall factory mast, so if you listen to a lot of terrestrial radio in fringe areas, keep your expectations realistic. Vehicle-specific versions match the base threading for your model, while universal versions work across many makes but may need an adapter.

Cusco is a Japanese motorsport heritage brand best known for chassis bracing, coilovers, and suspension components used in rally and circuit racing. Their short antenna is a small lifestyle extension of that performance image: a simple black stubby made to fit 2008-2014 WRX and STI models. Torque Solution is an American company focused on machined billet aluminum parts — motor mounts, shifter parts, and accessories — and their antenna line covers a wide range of cars with options like the Super Stubby 2-inch, the Mini Stubby, and model-specific versions for the 350Z, S2000, FR-S and BRZ, and 2008-2014 Subaru models. BLOX Racing, known in the Honda and Acura scene for intakes, suspension, and engine components, offers a universal mini antenna that works across many makes and models.

Pair your new antenna with other small exterior details from our exterior trim collection, add dress up bolts for matching hardware, or browse Racing Art for badges and decals. Popular picks in this collection include the Cusco short antenna for 2008-2014 WRX/STI, the Torque Solution Mini Stubby for the 350Z, and the Torque Solution Super Stubby 2-inch for the S2000. For more exterior styling ideas, see why you should invest in new taillights for your Subaru.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a stubby antenna hurt my radio reception?

It can slightly reduce FM/AM reception compared to the tall factory mast, especially in fringe areas. In most metro areas the difference is negligible, and satellite or streaming audio is unaffected.

How do I install a stubby antenna?

Unscrew the factory mast by hand and screw the new stubby onto the base. It takes under a minute and no tools are required on most cars.

How do I know which antenna fits my car?

Match the antenna to your exact year, make, and model — the base threading varies between manufacturers and generations. When in doubt, check your year and model against the product's fitment notes.

Should I choose a vehicle-specific or universal antenna?

Vehicle-specific antennas screw straight onto your factory base with no fuss. Universal versions work across many cars but may need an included adapter, so check what is in the box.