I like pretty machines but I like the hard-worked beaters too. I have room in my heart for all sorts of machines!
When I finally gave in and bought my FW (on eBay), I deliberately picked one that had wear patterns showing on the decals. I wanted one that had been well used, but not abused. Fortunately that's just what I got!
I have a beaten up 15 that I've started stripping to re-paint, but I stopped halfway through and she's gone a bit rusty. (I know, I know...) I'm sure I can clean her back up but I'm starting to agree with my DH that the rust is really cool looking and maybe I should just clearcoat her as-is...