Like I said at the start, I'm departing from my approach since the 70's of running traditional racer modded smallblocks. Something interesting but mild sounding in a mellow looking street car suits my more relaxed old age, but I can't resist packing a big stick while walking softly.
Same here- went from "in your face" no holds barred builds; to my current more comfortable, under the radar builds. And I think I'm having much more fun this way, too! More relaxed, yet more "sneaky" fun.
Heck, I've even started to run automatics now instead of my previous "stick only" attitude! (I guess my old joints are catching up with me...)