I just picked up a 2000 Sport and I'm looking to do the same as u. What I've found so far to be quick/affordable mods that I like: Daystar coil spacers aka lift (allow for some clearance and room for bigger rubber)$160, an HID headlight kit $58, clear corner lenses $30, some new tires and maybe a sweet roof rack to use up my budget for a while. It'll be looking good till I upgrade shocks. Oh and these are kinda controversial but to give the ride a buffer stance from the front you can do some 1'' wheel spacers too. I like the spidertrax brand but you can find some nice machined ones on ebay made of the same material......remember, u get what you pay for....good luck and post some pics if you get to any mods before i do and i'll scope em out.