Thanks guys... I nearly went for a manual that was sat on the forecourt to avoid the wait, but spending this much money I'd rather have my own spec.
Apparently VW are saying 15 weeks for manual GTi's, and around 4 weeks extra for DSG's. Think I'll know the whole forum inside out by the time it comes!
Other than test driving a car with ACC and being able to tell a significant difference (albeit on a 15 min drive) I felt for an expensive car it's something that'd be nice to have...and I don't think it'll harm with 230hp (maybe more after a few months...
) to keep it in check
Incidentally I'm upgrading from a Leon FR550...and with the possible exception of the exterior looks, the GTi feels like a leap forwards all round.
*To mods; feel free to move into the 'New Members' section, I only noticed that section after posting*