Although £40k is a lot of monies, the main reason it is not for me is the Gearbox and body restrictions.
I would only have a 3dr manual. The 3dr would be lighter and able to exploit the donkey it is fullest, also manual is for me. The DSG/S-tronic would be great in traffic, I just prefer the Manual, and would spend the cash on some bucket seats, and tyres.
I also think the stance in the flesh will be nothing like the pictures, somewhat higher in the flesh.......