Ayre models in black

Thanks so much everybody!
Hgeifman: I've called that number at least 50 times with no answer, then the next time it's busy.
Mofimadness: thanks for the tip.
Tjmski:Any pictures?
One more question while I'm at it: My stand is 18" wide and the V5e is 18" wide. I noticed there is a "rack mounted" unit on the web site that's 17.5" or so but no pictures. Has anyone seen one? Does it look the same as the normal one?

I believe they are available as an option in black.
(I bought my K-1X used, and the owner had the same problem and bought a second faceplate in black, and replaced the silver front face.) He said it was a $250 replacement cost.
It might be possible to order it in black, to avoid the additional charge.

If you are having trouble contacting Ayre, email me, and I will give you a email address to them, that might cut through some of the red tape.

Good luck!

Thanks Kurt_tank!
after checking web/dealer sites etc.It seems the 5 & 1 series can be ordered in black but I've seen no indication of the 7 series ( v7ex&C7ex) that can be orered in black. The address I used was info@ayre.com (I think).

At extra cost all Ayre is available in black. I mentioned to one of the reps there in recent visit that they need to put some pictures on their website. As mentioned above leave a message and they'll get back to you, they always have with me. They are great people building great products. All I can say is the black is beautifull and worth the extra cost. Side note:This response provided at the request of MR.Dahlquist himself!

Thanks Theo and everyone else!
It seems like dealer # 2 was right and will deal with him.
Anyone else for the 2nd question as of 17.5" versus 18" width for the V5ex?
As to leaving a message from their "web contact info"...the 1st time asked for info someone did phone me and left a message to phone. I did, but did not get through. I again e-mailed and used my cell phone # as contact, but as yet no one has replied( 2 weeks ago).