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Discussion in 'Texas' started by lukek, Jun 10, 2004.

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  1. lukek

    lukek Formula 3

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    #1 lukek, Jun 10, 2004
    I am back for another visit to Texas. I called the guys at APEX/Motorsport Ranch to see if I could take some driving lessons (I plan to sneak out while I am at the in-laws). They DO need more people if they are to schedule a class..... Weekends are reserved for club members, but if anyone wants to sneak out for July 14th ....
    -They provide the cars
    -Half day class is $350, full day class is $600. I would prefer a full day class.
    -They can tailor the instruction. I have done the 1 day Skip Barber street course (Viper autocross section was cool !), a Formula Experience with Russell (thank you, boss), and some club track days and rallies. I am probably a "green" moderate.
    -It is a Wed, dood day for calling in sick.
    -Facility is 20 miles west of Ft Worth

    School
    http://www.motorsportranch.com/
    Track and Club
    http://www.motorsportranch.com/

    I wish there was a club like that in the Bay Area. Unfortunately, track time at Sears and Laguna is too expensive to match the regular rates they are oferring. I will move back one day...I spent some time in Arlington and Dallas in the late 80s...UTA, worked in Dallas...
     
  2. Schatten

    Schatten F1 World Champ
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    #2 Schatten, Jun 10, 2004
    a bit more expensive than I'd want to spend, but then again, it's with a provided car. estimate ~275 for drivers edge events which cover two days (www.thedriversedge.net), however the next event is this weekend or the following will be in september. the other issue here is H E A T and it will be friggin hot out there in July.
     
  3. lukek

    lukek Formula 3

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    #3 lukek, Jun 10, 2004
    good price, indeed.....renting a ferrari in dallas is also another option. I found a place that lends out a 360, but $1200 a day with only 100 miles is silly, if not indecent, in some circles. Galleria Exotic Car Rental did have a 355 Spider listed on their web site for $600 a day, but the guy I got on the phone claimed that he only had a Modena.
    If anyone has any leads for July 12-19th around DFW, or events, do send the info along.

    Thank you in advance for that famous Texas hospitality.
    Luke, SF, CA
     
  4. jakermc

    jakermc Formula 3
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    #4 jakermc, Jun 10, 2004
    The guy who runs the Apex school is an F-chatter, Keith Verges. Nice guy and a hell of a driver. Don't know much abot the school but it should be a blast.

    It's hard for me to plan that far in advance with my work schedule, but if I am free I'd be happy to take you to the track as a guest that weekend. I just can't commit to anything until a week before or so.
     
  5. lukek

    lukek Formula 3

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    #5 lukek, Jun 10, 2004
    Yes, my initial contact was indeed Keith.
    Thanks very much for you roffer, just sent a PM with my cell, just in case you end up being free.
    "Y'all welcome for some beers in my Fcar garage when in the Bay Area"
    :)

    luke

     

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