Thinking of buying a mondeo next, something that is a bit more of a cruiser than a balls out racer, but not sure what is the best compromise between performance / running costs / tax etc...

Im thinking of one of the following :
Ghia X (Although fookin hate the wood trim inside, but has a good spec)
ST24
ST200

I like the idea of the ST200, but not sure if my budget would stretch to getting a reasonable one (not nescesseraily mint), the ST24 is seeming like a good alternative.

I only want one with RSAP kit as otherwise they are just too boring looking for my taste.

I got about £2000 to spend, and was wondering if any one had any advice / tails to tell of the above mentioned models ?

Thanks.