Maybe it's just me, but on a classic motor like a Dub Mk2, I'd keep the badge.
Not least to make sure the car in front KNOWS what's about to overtake it

Ali
ED: p.s. Neaty is absolutely right about clean lenses... They make a huuuuge difference! I do a fair bit of motorwaying and I'm often stopping half way (50-70 miles or so) to give them a wipe.