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In reply to the discussion: What's the fastest you have ever driven? [View all]Major Nikon
(36,814 posts)5. Rented Mercedes on the Autobahn, 210 kph
Not exactly driving, but my airplane will cruise at 155 mph airspeed. My fastest recorded groundspeed (in that plane) is 215 mph. I've flown faster airplanes, but never paid attention to my fastest groundspeed.
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I did well over a buck 20 in my 68 Galaxie fastback (still have her) - pegged out at 120.
HopeHoops
Feb 2012
#2
Yes, it was very exciting. I think once I brought the car to a halt it took me a while
csziggy
Feb 2012
#44
Somewhere between 160 and 170MPH on Daytona's 'high bank'. Was autocrossing
sinkingfeeling
Feb 2012
#48