I would paint it because it looks like wrapping fabric on that will be hard to do without a lot of seams. I personally like fabric over paint for a center console if you are going to use it for something other than show, otherwise I would just paint it. What are you going to do with the rest of the interior? Looks good!
im planning on re-wraping and shaping the front and back seats, also plan on making custom door panels and painting them, paint the dash, and fiberglass the headliner with 4-10" t.vs