I said the same thing after i bought a set of stock lights that were painted. But the mod bug got me when I seen someone selling Gen1's for 80 Shipped.
I put 6K hids in mine also. I might try to install them on the car this weekend.

 

it takes 20 minutes and not much in the way of tools (I think a 12mm socket and ratchet is about it)

So go for it! You will be happy you did!