I get what you are talking about. When I was shopping for a 3 row SUV, I did not think much about a Commander until I actually looked at one and took it for a test ride. I liked how it drove but was unimpressed with the body styling until I really looked at it and saw the potential with just a few changes. First I did not like the monochrome look but much of the body styling and ride reminded me of my old classic 1977 Bronco. So I purchased a Commander knowing that I would be making changes to make it less boring. First was to paint it 2 tone by painting bumpers, flares and lower door panels in a rough texture contrasting color bedliner. Then I widened the stance with wheel spacers ( did the same with my old Bronco but with wheel offset ). I also added a roof carrier, A/T tires, color matching wheels and front tow shackles. I now like how it looks (and getting Jeep waves) except for the torpedo shaped front bumpers that I will be cutting to expose the tires more, giving it more of a "Jeep" look once the weather is permitting. I have experienced most of the flaws that other owners have dealt with, broken door handles, leaking sunroof drains, cracked heater hose T's and need for burping the cooling system. But just about any other vehicle with over 100k miles also develops problems over time and I find the Commander is easier to work on than most. I Love My Commander! A classic? Only time will tell.
