You know, I’m actually tempted right now to do my own "C with <my-features>". Except I wouldn’t make the same choices as Stroustrup did. For one, I wouldn’t aim for popularity. I’d want something that works for me, and I’d consider it a success even if I’m the sole user. Source compatibility would not be a goal, and I’d most probably skip classes entirely.
The way C++ was first implemented was a good idea. It’s everything else I disagree with.