3rd Gen 4Runner & Hilux Surf Bumpers & Bullbars

Front and rear bumpers, bullbars and winch bars for the 3rd Gen 4Runner / Hilux Surf (N180/N185, 1996–2002). Whether you're building an overlanding rig with high-clearance front armour and a winch mount, or just want a stout bullbar to take the impact of a strike on a back road — this is the page. Steel construction, direct-fit to the 3rd Gen chassis.

Fitment

Every bumper and bullbar is direct-fit for the 3rd Gen 4Runner / Hilux Surf, 1996–2002 (N180/N185). Some kits require the factory plastic bumper to come off; high-clearance front bars replace the full factory assembly. Listings call out which.

What's In This Collection

Coastal Offroad High-Clearance Front Bumper DIY Kit (3rd Gen specific — weld-it-yourself for the savings), full steel bullbars, rear winch-ready bumpers, and the surrounding hardware. Most front bars are winch-compatible (8000–12000lb depending on the bar).

Why Choose Surf Syndicate

Coastal Offroad is a brand we trust for 3rd Gen front-end armour — purpose-engineered for the N185 chassis, not adapted from a Hilux pickup pattern. NZ shipping, and we'll help you spec the right bar for your build (touring vs. comp vs. winch rig).

FAQ

Is the Coastal DIY kit hard to weld? Tacked, jigged and welded by an intermediate welder — yes, it's a project bumper. The savings vs. a finished bar are significant. Pre-welded versions are available on order.

Will my factory front bumper come off? For high-clearance front bars, yes — the plastic factory bumper is removed entirely. Bullbars sometimes retain the factory bumper underneath.

What winch can I fit? Most 3rd Gen winch bars take 9500–12000lb winches. Check the listing for the exact winch mount pattern (Warn / Smittybilt / Runva / etc.).

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