I just went through the bike color ordeal. I decided that I would promise myself that I would powder coat any bike I didn't like the color of. That allowed me to open up my search. Having said that, I just bought a bike I wasn't super stoked on the color, but it's growing on me and it's all about accessorizing So, if you like the bike and the components, etc, powder coating around here is only about $80-100 for the frame... not a reason not to buy a bike in my opinion. Happy new bike!