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  1. kverges

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    #1 kverges, Apr 21, 2010
    Ruf Auto Centre and the Apex Driving Academy are excited to present the Seventh Annual Texas Track and Concorso for all driver skill levels featuring the world-renowned performance Porsches by RUF on Saturday, May 22 2010.

    Activities will include (1) high performance on-track driver’s education for all skill levels from novice to licensed racer; (2) a “fun” Concours for all special interest and exotic cars of all years; (3) lunch time track touring; and (4) limited on-track passenger excursions in Ruf and other exotics.

    Apex Driving Academy is pleased to again announce the Ruf Auto Centre as the title sponsor for this event. Ruf not only builds some of the worlds fastest and most distinctive Porsche automobiles, it also sells and services all makes of special interest, exotic and race vehicles.

    Regardless of the make of your exotic or sports car,
    you are welcome to take advantage of this rare opportunity.

    This event is open to the general public for viewing.

    Location: MotorSport Ranch, Cresson, Texas 76035. Please visit www.motorsportranch.com for more information on the facility and driving directions.

    Track: MotorSport Ranch 1.7 mile track, Counterclockwise

    Date: May 22, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Drivers Education: Apex Driving Academy will be conducting a full day of on track activities for drivers of all levels. For more information or to register go to www.apexdrivingacademy.com.

    Cost: $205 for drivers education. Concorso “Show ‘N Shine” is free of charge. During the lunch hour we will have no charge, slow, controlled parade laps for everyone of all ages to experience the feel of the racetrack.

    Fore more information please visit:
    http://www.racperformance.com/?//

    To register for on-track driving, please go to
    www.apexdrivingacademy.com
     
  2. BlackBird007

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    #2 BlackBird007, Apr 21, 2010
    Cool,I may attend this as a spectator for the Concorso since I live maybe 30mins from there.
     
  3. LamboLover

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    #3 LamboLover, Apr 21, 2010
    Oh yeah!!!
     
  4. WJHMH

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    #4 WJHMH, Apr 21, 2010
    Hmm...
     
  5. kverges

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    #6 DIGMAN52, Apr 23, 2010
    As a past trophy winner in a Ford no less, this event is one of the best in the area as you have a great car show, and a chance to get your car on the track at the same time.

    I will be working the Byron Nelson Classic in my red pants that week and will have to miss this one.
     
  7. BlackBird007

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    #7 BlackBird007, Apr 28, 2010
    I have a question.......does it cost to attend just as a spectator?
     
  8. BlackBird007

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    #8 BlackBird007, Apr 28, 2010
    And,btw......the RAC website says $195 for drivers ed.
     
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  10. LamboLover

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    #10 LamboLover, Apr 30, 2010
    I've been over 2 years now & it has never cost me a penny to get in. You may have to sign a waiver though.
     
  11. BlackBird007

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    #11 BlackBird007, Apr 30, 2010
    For what?
    Does it have to do with being under 18?
     
  12. LamboLover

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    #12 LamboLover, Apr 30, 2010
    That the facility is not responsible for any damage/injuries if you get any. Done so if you participate in the Lead & Follow drives, you're the one responsible for your own actions on the track.
     
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    #13 BlackBird007, Apr 30, 2010
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    Oh,okay....but I will not be driving :p
    I dont have anything nice to drive anyway,lol
     
  14. 360csrosso

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    #14 360csrosso, May 2, 2010
    I want to sign up to drive, but my car is not exactly a track car. Its an 07 2.4l Cobalt SS, Slushbox. It handles like a go cart and has some incredible braking power, but im afraid if I bring it to the track, Il just be in the way. If I had the 2.0l Turbo or SC, it would be a different story, but the SS only puts out around 171. Any feedback? Please be as blunt/honest as possible =D
     
  15. LamboLover

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    #15 LamboLover, May 2, 2010
    Sign up for a beginner course during a time when the track will not be expecting a lot of people. This event brings out a lot of folks who really run the cars hard.
     
  16. kverges

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    #16 kverges, May 3, 2010
    Ah, another misguided person who thinks horsepower a fast car makes.

    My first track car, and still high on my list is a Spec Miata - does 1:25s on the right day -with under 120 RWHP. The cars that "get in the way" are the big power cars that park in the turns. Now a talented driver with power is faster than 1:25 (Rob runs in the teens in his Challenge car), but still hosepower is not going to help stay out of the way.

    Frankly, a guy trying to go fast with lots of power can be a real PITA if he won't ALSO slow down to let folks pass in the straights.

    Bottom line: power is completely unnecessary to maintain respectable pace and more importantly have fun on track.

    Now, throw RAIN into the equation and then . . . .
     
  17. kverges

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    #17 kverges, May 3, 2010
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    Also, this even actually does not bring out that many fast guys. We run 4 run groups and usually have only one of the 4 for fast folks and 2 novice groups. Some of the more exotic cars get exercised prudently, so don't figure you are going to come across a bunch of racers. In fact, there is a Viper racing conflict that weekend, so we may lose a bunch of that crew.
     
  18. sgsuperman105

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    #18 sgsuperman105, May 3, 2010
    I would loooove to cover this event but alas, its too far of a drive for me to justify going.
     
  19. LamboLover

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    #19 LamboLover, May 3, 2010
    Damn. The Viper guys usually bring in some beasts. :(
    Where exactly is "C.R." Texas?
     
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    #20 sgsuperman105, May 3, 2010
    C.R. is my name lol. I live in Addison currently.
     
  21. 360csrosso

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    #21 360csrosso, May 3, 2010
    Thanks for the great info guys =) And I definately know horsepower does not a fast track car make, just take a look at the Elise or like you said, a Miata. I was just concerned because I have no track experience.
     
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    #22 sgsuperman105, May 4, 2010
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    Looks like I am in! I will be filming as you all usually see me do. This should be a good show to attend for some awesome action shots. Maybe even catch a few rides around the track :)
     
  23. LamboLover

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    #23 LamboLover, May 4, 2010
    Whoops. :eek:

    You're no further than me, man. It's an awesome event & the drive out there can be half the fun if you run into a group going to the same way. :D
     
  24. 360csrosso

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    #24 360csrosso, May 4, 2010
    Filming FTW haha
     
  25. TRScotty

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    #25 TRScotty, May 5, 2010
    LOL, did the same a few years ago in the 540 Sport. 145mph with about 5 cars from the light in Cresson to the turn-in at MSR was a lot of fun :D:D
     
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