Hey Rusty,
Like Russ, I was always an "original" guy, but I am starting to cut some slack for the other folks.
Your burled wood-tan interior is a gorgeous, classy combination. heck, let them HAVE a point at the Concours! Who cares?
I just bought a B, and the PO had CHROMED the instrument panel! I was horrified when I saw the first photo, but it is starting to grow on me. It sets off the dash in an otherwise all-black interior.
Somebody in the club has offered me a crackle-finish panel; maybe I'll switch and see which one I like better.
Regardless, beautiful dashboard. I hope the rest of your car looks this good!
George