"Should not be doing any DIY-ing on either at those pricing."
Depends on why a person collects I guess... I don't really look at my toys in terms of dollar value, so I have no qualms about modding them based on my preferences or needs, but I understand folks being afraid to if they aren't knowledgeable in customizing. Definitely wouldn't use a $200+ dollar toy to learn on. =) That being said, it seriously is insanely easy to just paint that thing.