Why am I spending all this money and time? For SPEED of course!! 

Solo Weight 1400 lbs
Gross Weight 1800 lbs

Speed w/180HP engine:
Top Speed 208 mph
Cruise [75% @ 8000 ft] 198 mph
Cruise [55% @ 8000 ft] 185 mph

Check out the specs page for complete details.

I learned to fly (like many) in a Cessna 152. For the fraction of the cost of a comparable new 2 seat airplane like the 152 Ican be cruising 100 mph faster. This means cross country trips measured in hours not days. Therefore, the occasional beach run to say Alabama will be a short 5 or so hours away vs. 13 in a vehicle or 9+ in a C152! Plus the aerobatic capabilities... well .. let's just say... I will be in heaven.