"the 206 is equally as gorgeous and much more affordable and convienient to hangar. "
No doubt the 206 is a classic that will have a well deserved high place in helicopter history. It seems however, that the market has spoken, with production numbers now down to around 15-20 units annually IIRC. Perhaps the design could be refreshed to give it new life - a little more payload and cabin room, a little more power, composite rotor system, but that's pretty much the 407, which seems to be in considerably higher demand. When I hear the word "helicopter" the 206 is the image that comes to mind, and I am sure its the same for many others.