Thats really odd, for me the ED35 is just a parts bin wash out to be honest. The UK ones get nothing special for the ED35, I mean blue motion front bumper, R rear lamps, mirrors and skirts, ED30 gearknob, and regular GTi all black leather!
At least the ED30 was a bit more 'special'.
And looking at that seeing you may be able to get the 18" wheels for a regular GTi from factory, what is the point?
I understand times are hard, and GTi sales in the UK are few, but they must do better with the mk7 for me.
The Astra looks ok, and the build quality on the Insignias we have at work is quite good, so I'm looking forward to test driving the Astra, and saving few quid this time round.
Dave