quite true.... nothing as fulfilling as completing a a tought dyi.... i was VERY adventurous when i was in HS.. i started with clear lights and would up changing out my suspension 3 times. i just recently finished a motor swap in my civic.
but back to the topic, with a white car, i'd go with black housings. they should go for about $150 new (at most!) but ive seen them for as low as $125. anyone with a ratchet should be able to install them.