New guy thinking about getting an H3

[Mr Snappy]

Hi all,
Trying to decide on a new 4X4. It's kind of a unique problem, I am looking to replace one of my 3 vechicles. I currently have a HEMI Durango Limited (Wife's ride and we love it) a 2003 Corvette, and a 95 Cherokee. Time to replace the Cherokee. The jeep has 165K miles on it and has been great, but it's getting a little ratty and junky.

So, being such a car nut, I decided to create a spreadsheet to evaluate the vehicle I would buy. I have narrowed it down to 63 (Really, 63)
I have everything from luxury coupes to Hummer's on my list.

I think I am leaning toward getting another 4X4 now. I did not think that the H3 was going to be a frontrunner until I actually drove one and priced it out. Very Nice ! Of course, I would love to have more power in the H3, so I will wait for the 2008's to see what is up with that. I am really hoping that I can get a V8 option instead of only being able to get a "Alpha" package for an extra $10K !

What I might do is wait until you Hummer nuts whip the dealers into a frenzy buying H3 Alphas at sticker+ then swoop in and get a heavy discounted I5 version.

So tell me, what are the up sides and downsides to the H3? To be honest, this vehicle will only see about 7K miles a year and will not be involved in serious off-roading. I just like the looks of the truck and will drive it in the snow and occassionally to the lake.