So a week into my ownership and I couldn't be happier.
First couple of days driving it I was a little careful with it but as the time behind the wheel has grown I'm getting more and more blown away by its ability. Whether it's been dry or wet, the car feels planted and sure footed no matter the road conditions.
A couple of annoying things have happened - I curbed a rear wheel within 2 hours of owning it

not used the extra length compared to the golf, and a particularly sticky-outy curb dropping the missus and kid into town.
A brake light bulb went on my first day into work in it. And the car does like to reminder you of it, constantly, doesn't it?!
And it seems anyone in a slightly modified car thinks I'm fair game for a race. Even with my kid in the back.
But if that's the worst I happened, I can live with that.
Oh yeah, and the performance - the power just seems endless. I've been caught out a few times by how long you can hold it in gear and it keeps on going.
I am a very happy bunny.