I think the blue doesnt help with the chavvy look. A more neutral colour like black would help alot i think.
Like you say proper brakes(2 piece as well), awesome recaro seats, a mechanical diff, plenty of power, adjustable suspension settings, a 100,000 mile warranty......theres not alot to pick a fault on here other than its a vauxhall.
You cant deny it, they have really upped their game and look like they are directly targeting the Renault Meganne for the hot hatch title.
From what i have read the Corsa VXR Nurburgring edition is quicker than the Clio RS200 as well.
I hated the previous Astra VXR, but im definitely going to be taking one of these for a test drive wheni get home. Might even see if i can find a megane RS to drive the same day for a comparison.