Why don't you try using a Por-15 product like their silver anti-rust and their clear (which is also an anti-rust) to give the effect of chrome yet will never rust and is less expensive than plating. While we're on the subject, try using their gloss black on your chassis. It is better than just painting it black with clear over it. Paint will not give you permanent rust protection and a guarantee for many years. Also clean-up is alot easier than just using paint, just using water will wash away any debrie that may get on the chassis. If you want to make your car as functionally beautiful as it is fun to drive and you want to keep it that way, use Por-15 on all your floors, engine compartment and trunk liner. You can even use it on the underside of the car completely enveloping the car in superior rust protection. I restore cars and customize to build rods as my living, I use Por-15 extensively on all my projects and my customers appreciate me giving them a car that will stand the test of time. Good luck and happy motoring!!!