I just e-mailed Tom and made him aware of this thread I started. He visited this thread and this is what he had to say:
"...I really appreciate you posting the thread. Apparently, the old owner of CustomMaxima.com and his staff gave very poor customer service. We are striving to change that image, and you have helped.
Answer is Yes! Luckily the crew has not started on cutting the black sheets for the background. I will have them use simulated carbon fiber instead. I will change your order now. Thank you for doing the research on this.
Thanks again,
Tom Schenk
CustomMaxima.com"
I hope he doesn't mind me posting this.