Sadly, I am discussing it here because my local dealership does not have any of these in stock. Nearest one I want to buy is 3 1/2 hours away and I don't have a whole lot of time to drive that far and test drive it because I am busy with school and work (maybe spring break...but I would rather be drunk on a beach somewhere as planned).

That is one reason why I want to stay away from SRT version. I love the added power but the lack of Manual Transmission turns me off.
That and I don't think I can part with 6 speed transmission after being so used to it from my last three vehicles. (it is 5 speed auto for SRT...right?)
I did see '05 SRT slightly used at 9,000 miles for $31,000 and that is what got me interested in Crossfire initially as well.

Also, performance means more to me than the appearance. Power really isn't everything in a car. And I know that this car is lighter. I do enjoy being a minority in the market. I don't mean underdog, but being not "Camry" or "Accord". I know my '06 Eclipse will pick up sales and become like the third generation Eclipse...it will be everywhere and I am looking at Crossfire, RX-8, 350Z (350z's are too common as well) or Acura TL.