Thanks for your valuable responses and inputs chap. Also your opinions on DA42 and SFC.
I have managed to find a place with a DA42 sim.
I noticed several responses as to the reasons - quite simple! Money!
I trained in a "steam" aircraft for my CPL, however a DA42 for the IR. First time passes in all, no issues on either layouts. However I have items such as Luiz Monteiro, notes on the G1000 and familiarity on the DA42 performance to hopefully get upto scratch without too much remedial training - thus less hours and less money getting used to something new, especially as since passing my test, there will be a certain amount of rust to be removed! I am sure you old boys understand this.
So guys, thanks again! I know these forums are full of great inputs and opinions!