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Location(s): GrandSport Speedway, Houston, TX
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Spec Car Racing - Half Day

Imagine yourself piloting a V-8 powered, tube chassis, fiberglass - bodied, adrenaline-pumping rocket, just like the ones that made 60's racing history.
  • 16 years of experience with 1,000's of satisfied students
  • 302 cubic inch, fuel injected Ford FFR Spec Racer capable of 155 mph and 0-60 in 4.2 seconds
  • 45 minutes of actual racing time
  • No experience necessary
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Description:
If you are looking for the excitement of driving an FFR Spec Racer, but don't have time for our full day experience, this is for you.

This racing experience includes a 1/2 hour orientation session, use of a suit and helmet, one session lapping the track with an instructor driving showing you the way around and then three 15 min sessions with you driving at speed with an instructor's watchful eyes guiding your way.

Availability:
Year Round; Select Dates
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Location(s):
GrandSport Speedway, Houston, TX

Essential Information:
Participants must have a valid driver's license, at least 1 year of driving experience, and must be able to drive a manual (stick shift) transmission. If you do not drive stick, you may learn at the track with private instruction for $50 payable that day.

Price includes $50 fuel charge.

Insurance on the race car can be purchased directly from your provider after the experience has been booked.

Duration:
Half Day

Maximum Participants:
Up to 18 per session and 8 cars on the track at once.

Spectators:
Yes! Friends and family are certainly welcome to come watch from a safe distance in the spectator area. Don't forget to bring a camera!

Weather Dependent:
This experience is weather dependent but will run in the rain. Always contact the Experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What to Wear:
Wear comfortable clothing with narrow, thin soled shoes no open toed shoes. A driving suit and helmet will be provided.

Booking Information:
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 30 days in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Prior to scheduling/booking a date for this experience, Cloud 9's standard return and exchange policy shall apply. Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rebooking are allowed up to 60 days prior to the Experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and rebook at least 60 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your Experience.

Experience ID:
DRI-SAN-0006

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  1. How long will I actually be driving the car?
    You will be on the track for around 3-4 hours and physically driving the car for about 45 minutes or three 15 minute sessions.
  2. How many instructors will there be?
    There is typically one instructor for every four students.
  3. Is passing allowed?
    Passing is not allowed during the first session.
  4. Do I need to know how to drive a stick shift?
    Yes.  These spec racing cars have manual transmission.
  5. Tell me about the car.
    Spec Racer
        * Ford 302 Cu In fuel injected
        * 5 Spd tremec transmission
        * 2100 lbs
        * Open cockpit
        * FFR Race Suspension
          Front A-Arms w/coil overs
          Rear soild axle w/coil overs
        * 4 wheel disc brakes
        * Street Radial Tires on 17" Aluminum wheels
        * Composite body over mild steel race chassis
        * Top Speed - 155MPH
        * 0-60 4.2 Sec