I've only just read this thread. Well, a bit of a storm I see.
Getting back to the subject matter, I have very simple tastes. My own interiors must be black, and no quilting. I don't mind coloured piping. On that basis I find the 'before' shot far too bland and pale, and the 'after' shot far too brown and gaudy. But each to his own. I like bright coloured bodywork, I don't particularly like dark or bland colours. That's just how it is.
I've only used 'ignore' once, and removed it recently, but will probably now rethink this. Forums are for relaxation and recreation, not for spats (not sprats).
DaveW '05 Red Roadster S1 '16 Yellow (Not the only) Narrow AR GDI Plus 4