IMO, take the Standard.

AA or CP can use external player linked to stock radio.

Rims can use aftermarket.

Dashcam can use aftermarket.

Speakers can use aftermarket or DIY.

Rear boot can install boot spring to automatically raise it after unlocking.

The 11k savings can do many upgrades.

4AT is proven reliable for decades.

CVT will start to kaput after 10 years. Overhaul is 5k from a professional shop which does only gearboxes.

ADAS can get from expensive dashcams like 70mai M500 or X200.

First thing to upgrade is rear disc brakes from older Persona model.

This post has been edited by acbc: Dec 4 2025, 02:39 PM

Basic safety good enough.

Don't need electronic nannies.

My work car zero safety. No airbags, ESC or whatever. IMO is safe due to size. Plus, ain't no way I can drive about 100 kph with it. It guzzling fuel like beer.

My other spare car has 2 airbags but it is a 4x4 so others tend to stay clear.

Unfortunately, cheap car often bought with 9 years loan.

Why bypass? Just use as BT receiver so u can use the steering controls.

I'm using an Eonon P4 for AA and BT back to my stock Sony headunit. All wireless. Steering control works.