Originally Posted by
prj71
I guess it's just me. I perform fit and function over appearance. And realistically would prefer black components over shiny bits considering how dirty things get.
To me, appearance is part and parcel of fit and function. A higher-quality finish is an indicator of precision to me.
And I would think black would show dirt far more readily than silver (which is why my grandfather always opted for silver cars--could go for longer periods between washings).