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      05-03-2014, 05:46 PM   #13
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Originally Posted by ShainoF10M5 View Post
All you have to do is run a GPS app to see that the BMW speedo reads high. I've never seen an instance where the difference isn't around 5-10%.

I drive a large variety of rental cars during travel, and many of those cars' speedos are spot on. Not sure why BMW would choose to be different in this aspect. I always thought it had something to do with my 20' rims versus the base '19s.
One explanation is that BMW's generally come with a variety of optional tire combinations. Making it necessary to allow for more variation in speedo readings...
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