Do I Decat?

[C.A.R.]

1.8 with no cat isn't as quick, you lose a lot of low-down torque instantly. Yes, it sounds good but you have to really wind the revs up to get whatever gain in performance there may (or may not) be. I even noticed it when pulling away from a standstill or at roundabouts, you had to give it more of a poke to get it moving. If I could go back I'd keep mine. Better yet, if you have the means, fit GTi6 exhaust manifold and cat/downpipe as I reckon this is the best of both worlds.