I think it's dying too. Alot of us were born after the glory days of the muscle cars, and care free street racing, but the consequences of being irresponsible are much more severe than they used to be. Look at California, they are crushing peoples cars in California for racing on the streets.

I think the economy is partly to blame, and the other problem lies in the fact that the demographic that modifying cars appeals too isn't exactly known for their responsible behavior. It's an expensive hobby, and it's not one that bodes well for people who can't avoid temptation. I'm deliberately trying to avoid getting back into a car that excites, or even interests me, because it tends to consume me, when there are other things I should be trying to focus on. I'll end up spending hours browsing car forums instead of reading, or doing something more rewarding.

Although I'm not entirely against trying to convert a slow ass diesel into a biofuel car so long as its still boring, and doesn't entice me.