I differ. I like the new models, and because I'm a cheapskate, I'll be watching for one of the single-pickup models to hit Ebay used. At about $200 I'll grab one and check it out. I've had a yen for a tele-style bass for some time, and those look just right.
I don't really need the double-pickup model with the humbucker, so I'll watch for the classic single pickup version.