I put together a strat from parts, mainly because I like to fiddle with wood. My guitar playing is mostly power chords, but who cares? It can be fun every now and then.
I've had my Epi EB-0 for close to 5 years. I added a modbar and flats, that's it. Mudbucker or not, you either love them or hate them. Mine's a keeper for sure!:)