The future is by no means "over" for these cars. Heck we have some of the most powerful and fastest Contours ever now (just this year even!). More and more 3L cars, a growing number of SF Turbo kits, etc.
The Contour, SVT even, was never a luxury car or a drag-strip stormer. Rather an inexpensive, well-tuned small Ford car with good driving dynamics. It will always attract those who can appreciate it's unique status as an affordable and practical enthusiast's car.
