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Old Apr 23, 2004 | 12:46 AM
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Why would you be suprised about other cars being fast? 'Busa is fast, and depending on what year it is it might have a governor (sp) on it. I know first series (until '99 or '00 I believe) were the versions without the limiter, hitting just under 220 as a top speed.

I have seen a video of a T-66 Supra eating a GSXR-1000 (newer one) pretty badly. If you can get into 10s with your car it's going to be a very very close race. So don't be suprised about some fast ass car passing you by, it just proves that you can make anything fast longest you pour alot of money into it. I prefer bikes though because they are pertty quick from the factory, after the ZX-10 got released that's the only thing I want now.
About your VW...

2001 VW Beetle Specifications:

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Model Line Overview

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Model lineup (MSRP) GL ($15,900); GLS 2.0L ($16,850); GLS TDI (17,900); GLS 1.8T ($19,000); GLX ($21,175)
Engines 115-hp 2.0-liter dohc inline 4-cylinder; 150-hp 1.8-liter dohc 20v turbocharged inline-4 (1.8T); 90-horsepower 1.9-liter, inline-4 turbocharged diesel (TDI)
Transmissions 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic
Safety equipment dual front and side airbags; ABS
Basic warranty 2 years/24,000 miles
Assembled in Puebla, Mexico

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Specifications As Tested

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Model tested GLS Turbo (1.8T) ($19,000)
Standard equipment (1.8T) ABS, traction control, air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette stereo with six speakers, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks with keyless remote control, cruise control, tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column, anti-theft alarm system, rear window defroster, pollen/odor filter, bud vase, plastic daisy
Options as tested alloy wheels ($310); partial leather package ($850)
Destination charge ($525)
Price as tested (MSRP) $20,685
Layout front-wheel drive
Engine 1.8-liter inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower 150 hp @ 5800rpm
Torque 162 lb.-ft. @ 2200-4200 rpm
EPA fuel economy 24/31 mpg city/hwy
Transmission 5-speed manual
Wheelbase 98.7 in.
Length/width/height 161.1/67.9/59.5 in.
Track, f/r 59.1/58.5 in.
Turning circle 32.8 ft.
Seating capacity 4
Head/hip/leg room, f 41.3/NA/39.4 in.
Head/hip/leg room, r 36.7/NA/33.5 in.
Trunk volume 12.0 cu. ft.
Suspension, f/r independent/independent
Curb weight 2948 lbs.
Towing capacity NA
Tires 205/55HR16
Brakes, f/r disc/ disc with ABS
Fuel capacity 14.5 gal.

You think with 150 crank Hp and almost 3000lbs you will be able to reach 160mph? Are you using KM/h maybe?

I think that you should be honest at least...
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