New 09 Yaris LB owner! Some questions...

[DataGoddess]

I just bought my lil blue 09 Yaris LB and I love it. It is perfect, well almost. I got it from a friend who put in some aftermarket features that I love but I need help adjusting. I am dating a mechanic and my friend is a mechanic, so I have access to free labor, I just need help with the right way to do what I want to do.

Head unit - the one they put in sucks, it has Bluetooth, but that is about all it is good for. The radio signal goes in and out, the touchscreen barely works, and the backlight is not dimmable which makes it hard to drive at night. What is the best Bluetooth head unit for an 09 LB that can accept calls and also works well with the radio and maybe also mirrors my iphone screen or has google maps for navigation? Is there some sort of Roku for cars? Any suggestions? Is the OEM radio antenna always going to suck? How do I fix that?

Rims - I love the cool alloy matte black rims, but I am not so fond of the matte look. What is the best way to paint or plastidip the lip of the rim in either blue or white or silver to add some shine and color? Or if that is not a good thing to DIY without a professional, can I gloss the entire rim with some sort of clear coat?

Bulldog remote keyless entry and remote start - I love this, and the only thing I need help with is how do I buy a spare key that my friend can program to start the car? I am making a plain metal key for the hide a key to open the doors only, but I would like a programmed key to also start the car for my boyfriend to use and have on him. What is the best blank key to buy and where (amazon?)?

Body damage - the friend is going to help me fix the body damage, but I am wondering if you have a suggestion. There is a dent in the passenger door with some rust showing through, and there is also paint peeling and a slight sent in the running lip panel right underneath the passenger door (not sure how to describe that area). Is it cheaper and easier to find a spare door and replace the metal frame? What about the running lip - it is connected to the entire edge all along the right doors and hood/hatch, so that is a big piece. Would it be cheaper to get the dent and paint fixed on that piece?

Center arm rest - I saw a discussion thread about the factory one being crap and that some private seller called Cali Yaris who made and sold them, yet shut down his business already. Is there a way to still buy this alternate one or one that is sturdier/nicer than the factory one?

Headlight restoration - best place to get this professionally done in Atlanta?

Name - anyone have a cute name for a female blue Yaris? I'm thinking Fluffy or bloo or blueberry?

Thank you in advance! You guys have been so helpful so far! This is my very first car in my name and I want it to be perfect!

[justjesus]

Blueberry... like in the show Psych.

My friend calls mine Booberry.

I saw your other post on headlight restoration. I would have your bf or mechanic friend work on it themselves. The new stuff from Meguiar's looks promising.

[2009Toyotoad]

Lot's of good questions.
I can't comment of Stereo or Keyless entry. I 'm still on my factory versions which work flawlessly. Bodywork: As my 09 has been in three accidents so far (front, rear drivers side, and driver door), I have some observations. the only parts my body guy will hammer a dolly anymore are the rear quarter panels as they are thick enough and part of the uni-body welded unit. My door could be fixed using the dent pro tools. No paint needed. You need repaint which means re-skinning is the better option. Other headlight option is Depot replacement from Ebay $99.95 a pair shipped