Is this just a skin change or is the web site changing completely?

A good test of a well designed site is if it functions with a recent browser and a slow internet connection ( like a dial up ) . I've seen too many sites that won't work with a slow connection. I've been to sites that barely function with the super fast connection I have at work.

Lots of pop ups , animated pics are a no no also.

Sites with good clean design are Rock space Auto , really poor sites are NA space PA , Advance space Auto ( getting around the filter for a good cause )