HI Holly - thanks for all the info, sounds like the auto box is pretty good then, I have always liked the T5'S even more so since I learned you can get good power from them, and they are dam good VFM nowadays. I must admit they are lovely inside too - very luxurious. I have only test drove the manual, what is the '3' for on the autobox - is that like the 'manu' mode on the supe?
Didnt realise it is bigger than the supe! then again just thinking about it there seems to be good legroom in the back.
Any comments on turbo lag on the auto? I will be up and down the country for the remainder of the year or sat in London traffic hence wanting something comfortable and with some presence in the 3rd lane needless to say as Seb suggested it will be going down to volvo tuning UK to get the chip conversion and I will be sorting the suspension out too, once I have found the right car! Will keep you posted.