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It is a preference of driving for me... more sporty... grab that lower gear... etc.
The fun factor is definatly there, but you really should ride in a well setup automatic before judging them. They simply shift faster and more consitantly than any human possilby could.
BTW, -1 on going with a used trans. Buying a used 45 or 3650 is asking for trouble.