off-topic....Erik, I don't think the guy was purposely trying to screw anybody, I just think he was clueless....which is what I worry about the entire population of e55 owners. I think they're not really "car people" and don't truly understand conditions of vehicles.
on-topic. I vote no to the black, both on the wheels and top. I think if you're considering a change you should remove the R1 wing, fill the holes properly and paint the gas cap cover VR to match the car....wingless FD's are the hotness. Whenever I get around to doing mine it will likely be wingless