I just put in the factory carbon kit recently so the center console is actually pretty easy to take off. There are eight clips that hold it on. Three at the very top(left right and center)..three on the bottom(left right and center)... and one on each side of where the radio and temp controls are separated. Just pry around these clips and see which one pops out easiest then go from there. Use a rag or cloth over your screwdriver so you don't gouge the plastic. Once you get your fingers in there just pry it out slowly.
Let me know how the painting goes..I want to try it out myself as well. As for the air vents I haven't touched those. Good luck