LOL! I think the "affect resale value" argument is long gone! This is the absolute perfect car to do ANYTHING you want to it. Can't hardly get any lower in price than it already is, it's already a novel looking car, so whatever you do to it will just make it that much more so. You can do so many fun things with paint and graphics. It's just like a blank canvas that you as the artist and driver have complete freedom with. Go for it is my opinion, make it however you want!
Like I had mentioned before, when the Cross in its' current incarnation dies, I'm going to pull the engine, and completely hot rod this chassis, and have the most fun creating something. I have Candy tangerine or copper in mind for a color scheme. Unless of course it becomes a rare classic that in original shape sells at Duesenberg prices somewhere down the line. Then I might change my mind. Somehow, no matter how much I love this car, I don't see that happening.