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-drive a true powerhouse sports car
-drive it alone or with a partner
-drive it for a half hour on the freeway
-experience driving formations and teamwork with several other cars
-drive it for ten minutes out in the open where you can hit the gas a few times
-drive two or three other cars for ten minutes out in the open
-drive the last car back to the shop
-communicate through 2-way radio while driving
-have someone else absorb virtually all of the stress and planning, leaving you with nothing but the fun
Here is what you won't do:
-test the limits of the car
-race the other cars
-get over 100 mph
-get away from all other vehicular traffic
If you know what to expect, you will not be disappointed.
Frankly, I enjoyed the experience of driving an 8-car caravan of exotic sports cars on the freeways of Vegas to be almost as exhilarating as the open road driving. With the leader in the first car, followed by three true exotics, followed by three American muscle cars, and another staff member bringing up the rear, we were quite a sight on the road. It's important to hold formation and maintain distance between cars to keep the other motorists from trying to become part of the fun. As such, it really feels like teamwork in the best way.
On my visit, the Corvette was out of commission due to a lame driver who rode the clutch too hard for too long. That was the bad news. The good news is that they replaced it with a Nissan GT-R. Talk about acceleration!! The Shelby 500 GT was a disappointment - all braun, no brain. And the Dodge Challenger was the surprise of the day. A truly responsive, strong and fast performer.
I'll be back to try that new 2015 Z06 vette they've got coming.
Do yourself a favor and give it a try. Or give it someone as a gift.
It is truly worth the price of admission.
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