Congrats on your purchase! This is a great site to get to know a lot about your rig. I watched people on here for months before I bought my rig. Take your time and do your homework. First find out every type of style of parts they make then talk to people who bought the one you like. Then purchase the best part for your rig.

The first mod I did was to remove those ugly running boards, then installed a new sound system. I will now buy my tires, and then lift kit. After that I will get a front ARB bumper and Winch, then a rear bumper, Tire Carrier, and gas can holders. Then top it off with a nice Roof Rack, with lights on all sides, rock sliders, and finally fill it up with lots of beautiful women.

I had to vote for the piece of steel - personally - because I've already got a checkmark next to the lift & tires. ;) Actually, I think my next enhancement will be rock rails, but the front & rear could definitely from some armor too ...

the 4runner has been in the family for 10 years. recently i put on new tires/rims and it changed the look totally. i lifted it not too long afterwards and its hard to believe the change after lookign at a stock 4runner for like 9 years or so. I go back looking at family pictures at times and see the stock 4runner..good times