Thanks, guys.
Mudflaps sound good, especially after the addition of some 35" Nitto Mud Grapplers
$375 for a painted grill is a great deal -- I'm going to call the dealer on Monday...
I really liked the mud look, but the kids kept getting slimed when they got in/out

Had to wash it off
My understanding is that 3 diamond jeep trails are an integral part of the H3 breakin procedure
Here is a picture of my testdrive of the car that the H3 replaced -- '98 Range Rover. This picture was taken an hour after I left the lot and about three days before I decided to buy it.
Range Rover Testdrive