cs2000 - couldnt agree more, took the words right out of my mouth.
Yup some of the new hatches and diesels can keep up or out pace me but do i mind, nope, good luck to them, they have a car they love and i've got a car that puts a huge smile on my face.
Other reason i kept with another zed when i traded my 350 in was this forum and the friends i've made if i'm honest.