what you could do it spray some clear coat on to it, or even chrome paint. that will make it reflect like new again. you can do both. i would rather not paint that part at all, but if you did it already, your screwed. when you work with DIY's you are bound to run into some problems. I am planning to paint mine, do i paint the bottom of the reflectors too. should i square it off or just go with the round part. Kinda hard to explain, please post some very very close up pictures of the headlights. If any one need's help with DIYS pm me. HAVE FUN