Hi all, long time VAG fan, sometime poster :)

Anyhoo, had a 2012 Phantom Black TT RS with APR cast downpipe and stage 2 tune years ago, sold that and bought a 2019 TTRS in Turbo Blue. Loved the look and performance of the MkIII but longed for a manual. Sold the TTRS and my beloved dual pulley tuned Brilliant Black with panda interior Supercharged V6 2014 Manual S4. That girl was a ripper, but not like the TTRS. The cars were so different but both so lovely as GT drivers. Moved into a 2018 Macan Turbo which has been a decent ride and adventure travel vehicle for many years now. I finally picked up a 2013 Crystal Black Panther TT RS which had clear indications of mods - that had been removed - but otherwise was in mostly stock condition with aftermarket sway bars. I have about 16k miles on the clock of my driving and another 44K from the prior owners and it behaves like it is fresh off the showroom.

I am looking to put some more power down and wondering which of these options is more reliable or one way more cost-effective in your experience and/or opinion?

TIA

Sconnie