I can't drive 155

[Kirby]

From 4Car - "The German car makers are considering the abandonment of their "gentlemen's agreement" to limit the top speeds of most of their cars to 155mph, according to rumours on web forums. The faster models from Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen have electronic speed limiters fitted, though Porsche does not comply with this agreement, and drivers regularly test out their efficiency on still-unrestricted stretches of the autobahn system. However, with ever-easier access to aftermarket firms which can remove the electronic limiters, many manufacturer-approved modifications from the likes of AMG, Brabus, Alpina and so on which also offer higher top speeds, and ever-faster imported vehicles, the 155mph limit is now thought to be a put-off for those who like to brag exactly how fast their car can go, and how fast they've managed to go. Such drivers perhaps account for a large proportion of the declining German car market - but in order to satisfy them, manufacturers will presumably now have to start producing more cars which go beyond 156-160mph, the 'real' speed limits of many models which currently boast that they are "limited to 155mph".

 

[epj3]

From 4Car - "The German car makers are considering the abandonment of their "gentlemen's agreement" to limit the top speeds of most of their cars to 155mph, according to rumours on web forums. The faster models from Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen have electronic speed limiters fitted, though Porsche does not comply with this agreement, and drivers regularly test out their efficiency on still-unrestricted stretches of the autobahn system. However, with ever-easier access to aftermarket firms which can remove the electronic limiters, many manufacturer-approved modifications from the likes of AMG, Brabus, Alpina and so on which also offer higher top speeds, and ever-faster imported vehicles, the 155mph limit is now thought to be a put-off for those who like to brag exactly how fast their car can go, and how fast they've managed to go. Such drivers perhaps account for a large proportion of the declining German car market - but in order to satisfy them, manufacturers will presumably now have to start producing more cars which go beyond 156-160mph, the 'real' speed limits of many models which currently boast that they are "limited to 155mph".

Awww poor germans!!! What's next, david hasselhoff ban?

I kid, I kid!!

 

[tool fan]

Will the limiters come off of the US versions though......that is the question. To have anyone remove the limiter off of your Bimmer means a FULL VOID OF WARRANTEE. AC Schitzer wont even remove the limters..........I asked

 

[Bmw 325i 7803]

What about the tires? Most BMWs dont come with tires that can safely handle speeds over 130mph, I doubt they will remove the limiters on basic models. Maybe only the M's and the high end sport package ones. Who really wants to go over 155mph in a 325i, X series, or a 7er?

Good catchy title Kirby, I thought it was going to be someone with a 330zhp or 530 complaining they couldnt reach 155 during some high speed driving stint...

 

[tool fan]

What about the tires? Most BMWs dont come with tires that can safely handle speeds over 130mph, I doubt they will remove the limiters on basic models. Maybe only the M's and the high end sport package ones. Who really wants to go over 155mph in a 325i, X series, or a 7er?

BMW puts tires on the cars upto the speed the car is limited at. My X3 has H rated up to 130 mph I am governed at 129. My 530i had Z rated which was 145+ mph. If you BMW car is limited to a certain speed, that is the speed rating that will come with your car. So naturally if BMW removes the limiters, you should get decent speed rated rubber to boot. Your right about the X3 though.....125mph is crazy fast, I would not want to go faster.