I have seen painted tops; they look nice. I'd imagine that the prep is the same as other interior parts. Once you have a base coat down, a pinstriper should be able to decorate at will. Make sure the work will stand up to flexing due to temperature changes. Don't replace with metal. Too much of a safety issue, huge cost to duplicate the shape and it would squeek/rattle. Also Crewzin had a point about a shiny surface. You will need a dash cover to drive it during the day.
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2004 Dark Plum Base with windows tinted, cabin filter, silencers removed, fog lights, 18\'s, all Red taillights, Blaine\'s struts, modesty cover, color-matched center dash, 06 rear bumper
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