Mk3 GTI Stainless Exhaust help

[Mk3_McGrath]

Hi Guys, I've just been given my mk3 as a 21st present from my grandfather. It's a 2.0 8v, I love the thing, its in beautiful condition so now it needs a new owner to breathe some life into it.
First on the cards is a stainless pipe as the current one is blowing. I'm not too knowledgeable with this side of things so I was wondering if you could help me out...

What do you suggest? I'm willing to spend up to £300, I don't want anything too in your face load but I want it to sound sweet. Should I be updating my manifold also? is fitment a worry if I buy online or should I consider a custom build?

All help greatly appreciated, cheers, Dan 

[madmatty]

not alot to be gained with an exhaust system on 8v mk3.im running a full 16v system on mine bigger bore and different tail pipes but i had nos middle and rear pipe come up for peanuts.
i see your in south wales if your after a stainless system built then charlie at pro speed is the only person i would recommend he's done a couple of systems for v6 vans including a twin 3" system for my s4 powered bus top job it is too.

[Foreveryoungaus16v]

Just get a full Jetex system

[Mk3_McGrath]

Decided to go with a full custom manifold and exhaust system from pro-speed. Had a few other people recommend them and another of my mates is a happy customer of theirs so it seems like the best thing to do, thanks for your help

[Wayne]

Decided to go with a full custom manifold and exhaust system from pro-speed. Had a few other people recommend them and another of my mates is a happy customer of theirs so it seems like the best thing to do, thanks for your help

Manifold is a waste of time, standard one is not that restrictive.

[Foreveryoungaus16v]

As above, waste of money.

[VW BUSH]

Careful they snap if not perfectly made or fitted. ......

[tweed]

Make sure it has flexi join on manifold or just after manifold.