of course i need to see the car first but after driving other MK4's golfs i find the ride very harsh, hit the smallest of pot holes manhole covers etc and you know about it where as on the S3 and Cupra R based on same platform seem so much more composed and absorb the shock much much better
Ride on the R32 is likely to be stiffer than other MKIVs, as they come on 18"s, so less tyre flex.