Same here.
I think the only way the $1 coin will take off in the US is if we stop printing the $1 bill. That would be fine with me. This current $1 coin is fine "as is." It definitely can't be confused with a quarter, like in the past. It sure looks and feels different to me than any other US coin.
I agree...there is very little need for a $1 bill anymore. But sadly, I can't see them eliminating it since it features Washington.