Thread: I reached warp speed today... 110mph in a NA 300d
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Old 06-30-2006, 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by DslBnz
Speedometer looks like it came out of a 280E. Which in fact, in US trim, also has a 3.69:1 differential, I believe.

However, I can barely reach 120 mph in a 350SDL (with the original 3.5 liter engine) due to IP governor limitations. I need 3 miles, lol. That's on level ground, and pushing against the maximum rpm governor stop.

Hey at least it will do that speed. Better than a new stinking Hyundai.
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