2004 CL500 wanting more V8 noise - removing cat?

[v12vandenplas]

Hi I have a cl500 2004 and would like a bit more V8 rumble without huge expense, has anyone removed the cats and if so has or will this improve sound and cause any running issues or is it safe to do so, understand when it comes to MOT there will be issues re emissions but do hope to fit some sort of performance exhaust in the near future, the SL55 Kompressor is a dream to listen to, can this be achieved with a non supercharged car? Any advice/info very welcome