To Mod or Not ?

This is what I'm starting with:
Abodybomber- Cutting and tucking the bumpers in was another idea that came up, which may be the way to go since both need to be re-chromed
Paulv - I like your idea of complete removal, may I have a picture of how you plumbed the fill tube in the trunk? I have an idea but .....
Love your opinions, keep them coming please