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Discussion in '348/355' started by F355Live, Nov 23, 2006.

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  1. F355Live

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    #1 F355Live, Nov 23, 2006
    Does anyone know when to shift to get the best gas mileage on a F355? I was told by someone that these cars weren't designed to be babied, so I should be shifting in the higher RPMs. Any help is appreciated, Thnx!
     
  2. JSL

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    #2 JSL, Nov 23, 2006
    Sorry, these cars are not intended to be gas savers. They are made to run fast and furious. Shifting below 7000 is a bore. However, around town shifting above 5000 will feel better and probably get you about 12 MPG. On the freeway I get almost 20 MPG at 85 MPH. Enjoy the car, don't baby it! :)
    Happy Thanksgiving,
     
  3. chaa

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    #3 chaa, Nov 23, 2006
    As the saying goes....if ya got to ask.....
     
  4. J. Salmon

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    #4 J. Salmon, Nov 25, 2006
    Actually, the manual describes how to shift to get the best mileage. I remember because I thought it was pretty funny that they even put it in there:

    "For best fuel economy, shift gears at:
    1st-2nd: 15 mph
    2nd-3rd: 25 mph
    3rd-4th: 40 mph
    4th-5th: 47 mph
    5th-6th: 56.5 mph"

    Personally, I usually shift into 3rd at about 60...
     
  5. 285ferrari

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    #5 285ferrari, Nov 25, 2006
    I fixed it for you!!!
     
  6. nizam

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    #6 nizam, Nov 25, 2006
    What 285Ferrari said ...
     
  7. nunojcmaia

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    #7 nunojcmaia, Nov 26, 2006
    I never use speed references for shifting, I look to the RPM.

    When I want to drive easy and slowly I shift at around 3000 RPM.

    Fuel economy?! forget it ...better buy an NSX!!!!
     
  8. mwhitesell

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    #8 mwhitesell, Nov 26, 2006
    It's funny that someone would even ask. Just fill it up when it runs out.
     
  9. chaa

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    #9 chaa, Nov 26, 2006
    Agreed, refer to post #3 :D
     
  10. bst1

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    #10 bst1, Nov 26, 2006
    When people ask "What kind of mileage do you get?" I answer: "I have no idea! Who cares? It is not an economy car!"
     

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