I will be returning to factory accessory brackets, but there is no reason for them to look ugly in the process. I decided to have them powder coated chrome, which gives a polished aluminum appearance in a way.
Above is the AC Delete kit I bought since my car never had AC but I want to maintain serpentine belt system. Below are the parts in a flat factory aluminum finish.
After Powder Coating here is how they appear. I paid about 75.00 for work and I think it was definitely worth it.
source: Fox Body Mustang Restoration http://bit.ly/2DhS1c3