I don't mind that they are not lit up but I would like them a little larger. In spirited driving I often use the center stick instead. Just over a quarter of a turn on the wheel and the paddles get lost. I also think the feel of some other cars paddles are better.

I have not driven one yet to comment on the shifters, but the ones on an M6 are beautifull, they feel great and at night they are sexy!!