I had a Series 2 VT Acclaim and I couldnt kill it!!! and I tried my best!! Wasnt bad being 19 and rolling around in my VT when it was only 2 years old!!
I just ran a catback 2.5 system on my manual.
Dropped fuel economy to 7.2 litres per 100 on the freeway, little more throttle response - but still wouldnt beat an AMG ;)