the ps2 probably has another 2 healthy years left in it, there's tons of software coming out for it and it has a huge installed base. for $150, you can't go wrong...though at this point i'd probably pick up a used one to save some $$$.

1999 Silver Frost SVT #609 of 2760 Quaife, lightened SVT Flywheel, SPEC stage II clutch, removed resonator, k&n drop in - various other goodies too.