Yeah, you should totally get it. Kickass engine. Parts for european cars can seriously cost a lot of money, but if you can afford a fairly new car the difference in price won't affect you too much. I kinda feel bad - I'm doing the opposite of you. I'm thinking of going from a Volkswagen to a Honda.

All you really need to get to start with is a chip. They aren't that exspensive compared to other things, and will give you a serious increase in power. After that, a good exhaust and maybe a front mount intercooler and it will be pretty quick.