I picked up my new 2008 Xterra on Wednesday night! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! It's my first Xterra and my first SUV/truck. I got the "S" trim, 4x4, with a manual transmission. I LOVE the V6 and shifting is so much fun.... The power is awesome! Over 9 years ago I considered getting an SUV but opted for the cheaper 2 door tiny Ford. Needed a cheap car to get me through college. Well... I FINALLY got the SUV with the engine that I craved. It was very difficult to find this particular Xterra with a manual transmission (in the Northeast), but I'm so glad that I didn't give up.