I wasn't always a big fan of Arabians, I was a die hard Quarter horse fan. Nothing was better than a QH. Now they both won my heart. :^)
I like both types... ridden many kinds, just owned mostly Arabs. For my next horse, I'd sure like to have a TB or QH Arab cross. A dressage prospect with a little more size and substance than most Arabs, and the presence and movement of an Arab.
Bay's really big for an Arab, I think you'll be surprised.