Just purchased a 1.6 MKIV Golf in Jazz Blue and other than a few minor cosmetic mods (eg smoked indicators + tail lights, stubby aerial etc) it is stock as stock can be. Was wanting some advice on best mods to undertake to improve the look and ride that aren't ridiculously expensive for this stage.

Love the look of coilovers though due to price and my fiance's ridiculously bumpy long driveway, she has declined my request. Are lowering springs a decent option? Also would love some opinions on rims, size, brand, offset etc that look good on Mk4 for under $1000, don't mind purchasing 2nd hand either.

Love some help, cheers guys.