Hi all, I'm new around here and have only just purchased a 2004 (Mk I) Turbo. I'm very happy with the car as it is, but have a few plans for it over the coming months and figured this would be the best place to start asking questions. I've got LOADS of questions about edits, chips, etc, but want to keep this thread focussed on exhaust systems. I've read what I can about them on this forum and am a bit confused. Please bear in mind that I am on quite a tight budget and have plans for moderate (but not excessive) power gains in future. So, what I want is a system that sounds better than stock (but I will not tolerate droning) and has the potential to cope with a moderate increase in power. I read a good thread by Best Mufflers on different systems and note that, in their experience, a single 3" system worked best. I have also read, however, that the standard system is quite good and all that is needed is to replace the centre muffler (with a hot dog?) and perhaps replace the cat as well? This sounds to me like a cheaper option and is therefore attractive, but I don't want to waste money on a cheap option if it means I have to revisit this mod further down the track. I guess my questions then are, what is the stock system like? I mean, I don't even know how big it is, whether it's single or dual pipes, etc? Someone even told me it was already stainless steel?! Next, what would be the most cost effective option for me, remembering my requirements of better (louder) sound without droning, and the ability to cope with additional power. Is keeping the stock system but replacing the centre muffler a good way to go? What about the cat? How restrictive is this? And if it should be replaced, how much would I be looking at spending? Or should I just replace the whole system with a single 3"? Thanks in advance for your views, and I'll be back to post more questions I'm sure!!