Bolian, who had wanted to make the record-breaking attempt since he was 18, says preparations for the journey took several years. First, he had to choose a car that would be suitable for such an intensive voyage. He settled on a 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG, although the standard model wouldn't exactly do-Bolian outfitted the car with additional fuel tanks, bringing the car's fuel capacity to 67 gallons. More gas meant fewer pit stops to fill up the tanks, with Bolian's car able to travel 800 miles before it needed to be topped up.
If that sounds like a really long way to drive before getting a break, or you know, taking a leak, don't worry because Bolian was prepared for that too. He traveled with a team of two others who could take turns driving, and as for the bathroom part, well, the car was stocked with extra bottles and bedpans in case of emergencies.
Bolian also installed police scanners, radar detectors, GPS units with traffic capabilities, and a whole host of other gizmos into his vehicle. His car also boasts a CB radio and giant antenna that allowed him to call out to slow trucks on the road in an effort to get past them faster.
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