[200q20v] Re: [urq] FS: 282 BHP 3B ECUs from Europe

Orin Eman orin at drizzle.com
Mon Dec 31 09:40:15 EST 2001


>
> > I did a run from Wyoming to Colorado w/ sustained speeds above 130
> mph, and
> > I was very surprised to find my mileage close to 50 mpg when I went
> to
> > refuel.  '91 200 20V.
>
> Ludicrous.  The Bus (Type 44 Avant) broke all records for fuel economy
> when it was launched - it's in pefect mechanical condition and set up
> every other month.  No way would I expect more than 18mpg above 80mph.
> At 130mph you're lucky to get over 12mpg.

Ouch - especially if as I assume, those are Imperial gallons.

Orin.



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