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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 12:38 AM
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R53 to Bonneville

So, has anyone taken an R53 out on the Salts for an open-throttle run?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:44 AM
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I have thought about going to the World of Speed. It is Sept 17 - 20 this year. They have speed categories based on safety equipment requirements. The Mini can enter the 130 mph class. You run a measured mile at 130 but not over 140 and get a certificate.

http://www.saltflats.com/I30%20Club.html
 
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:30 PM
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That actually sounds reasonable.

Interesting, that to go faster means roll cage. What, no Porsche runs?
 
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