Lets try to get behind the builders frame of mind when he buillt that!
I mean what was he thinking, what personal circumstances led him to choose to do what he did. And who did he interact with at that time and how did they affect the final outcome??
I think it deserves careful and thorough investigation...
Careful analysis will probably reveal, type of primer, and paint manufacturer used, also which chrome shop did the plating...
Stay tuned for the stunning conclusion..