Who will be doing the refinish, as a burst is more difficult and time consuming, therefore more expensive?
Just something to bear in mind.
My 2p worth on colour choice. Fiat did the 500 in a lovely dark turquoise, that with that neck and the blocks & binding would look great. I know you don't want a scratchplate, but a mint one with the turquoise would be fantastic.
Turquoise Fiat 500 Anniversario