Plastic fantastic is the wrong word, but I know where your coming from.
I have recently transfered to the AT-3 fleet at Sherburn. Rotax engine burns 15litres/hour, climbs at over 1000ft p/min 2 up, and is very responsive. Yes they are limited to what they can do, and I accept that some/most people will want night and imc capability, but for a VFR bimbler and VFR going place machine they are excellent. The CZAW Sport Cruiser,Alpi Pioneer,At-3,MCR01 I believe are the future of recreational GA in this country.