Yes, fun to fly. Only flown factory-built.
Even the later straight-wing Robins are fun. Get yourself over to Sywell and have a go in the HR200.
Maarten - the PFA mantra is that if it's wrong, there's not much burueacracy in the way of you or someone fixing it. For example, moving rudder pedals is an option.
Suggest you attend somewhere like the Aerofair at North Weald, a Jodel fly-in, or better, the PFA rally. With latter, you can explore all types. Don't forget to hassle owners and sit in the various aircraft!