Got a thread but will throw my hat Into the ring.
My 3rd mqb car after the 3.5 vrs and cupra st300.
Best one of the lot, however the is38 turbo is miles better than this little is20. And dsg is great for everyday etc but jeez it doesn't half take the hot hatchness out of the car. For what I want though, it's close to perfect.
Went for a 7.5 gti performance over an R, just because gti is the original 'badge' and I think they look better than the R. Also love the tartan seats. The bigger turbo on the R was tempting but after my speeding ban I drive like a granny on the roads now, so would've been pointless. Doubt it'll see any track days too with the dsg lacking involvement.