[Bradlen]

So I'm pretty new to the audio stuff and I was just wondering if it's possible to hook up an amp and subs up to the factory radio that doesn't have Bose.

 

[BigAlDJ]

Stock stereo vrs aftermarket (both with subs added)

The stereo place I dealt with installed an amp with stock unit and gave me an additional adjustable gain switch with it. It was finicky. I had to have amp gain real low, and if I turned up sub gain, the sub amp would shut down. I had to re-start the car to re-set it. Finally I got a real aftermarket CD player. I lost steering wheel controls for it though.
Too bad you don't have a wagon like my 2006. The subs I DJ with I hook up in the car (Dual purpose and storage in the car covered with grill cloth and dark tinted windows). Everything vibrates.

 

[tuckNroll]

Nice Fan setup...

 

[mfenske]

It's certainly do-able. If you're new to it I'd enlist the help of a reputable shop or a friend who does quality work. It's not hard (unless you're working with the Molex plugs on the doors) but can be time consuming and a bit confusing if you're new at it.

 

[rucatti]

Use JL audio Cleansweep. It's a line level converter that also equalizes the input signal to a flat response.