I have not had any problems with a standard layout 7750. The modifications to standard are what f's them up IMO.
Thing is all the cheaper reps are still out there for purchase, we just want the super reps because they are the best out of the box. The finishing and details are so much better than anything we had in the past and the appearance is very close to the real deal without spending thousands.
In my opinion, it's worth a little more for the super reps. NOT the $1,000 super, but the $350 super are a good value. Yea, I buy fewer reps, but buying 2 $150 reps don't give me the same feelings that a $350 Chronomat Evo does.
I will never ever lay down $1000 on a rep, NEVER. To me that defeats the purpose and takes the fun out of it.
I still want all those expensive reps, but for me it's not going to happen. I will just enjoy the member pictures posted here and have a little extra $$ in my wallet.