It definitely depends on the look you want. I always like a 'mechanical', machine type of look to an engine. Some like the engine to look like a piece of jewelry, and if that's what they like, more power to them. To me, it's a machine, and I want the engine and the rest of the driveline to reflect that. It doesn't mean I don't want it to look good. But to me solid chrome is boring. Texture and color add a lot to the engine compartment.