Like any new model of a line up i guess it takes some gettng used tohowever the frist thing that jumps out is the usual headlight and grill combo. subtle but recognizeable. not sure how the poor VW Golf got dropped in the meat grinder abiout its looks but i guess they are almos as easy on the eye. was contemplating one a few weeks back, Golf or a Polo GTi. They are being more common on the road, more than before so i guess people get more Blase about them. whens the last time you jumped up and down about the new Corolla or Camry??? you see them more and more and get used to it. i love the AH astra because they took the risks with the high body pleats and strong body contours. and that hard thud when you close the door screams solid as hell build. i would love to see the VXR/ SRI turbo or 2.2 Direct supercharged version of this baby, moreso would i love to drive it.