The C30 T5R has always been a car i have deeply admired and I've prayed at night for the day to come that Volvo would make an AWD C30. FWD has never been a drivetrain that i have enjoyed driving much. At least not for long term ownership.
The polestar is a Concept/Prototype that may or may not make as a production car... And if it does make it? Will it make it to the states? Every year for the past 3 model year, this car becomes a hot discussion. Maybe Volvo is testing the publics interest??? Volvo performance is not highly regarded here. I see it kind of like the Z. Volvo performance is a thing you will either get? Or not get...
Sadly, most don't get it. These are probably the highest quality cars in its price range. I don't think any car out there will have higher grade materials @ $25-40k range except for empty featured bimmers bordering 40k. My only beef with the C30 aside from FWD is the console stereo they've made it nearly inpossible to go aftermarket without a major overhaul. Check it out.
Polestar Volvo C30 Road Test - Polestar Volvo C30 Road Test Update on RoadandTrack.com
Volvo C30 Polestar driven by autocar.co.uk - YouTube
Jay Leno's Garage: Volvo C30 Polestar - YouTube
C30 T5 FWD Manual 6-gear 2013
I would probably get this over an Evo or Wrx-Sti. I think these cars look awesome.