DriveXotic
Looking for a unique gift for a car enthusiast? Consider gifting them an experience of a lifetime and give them the opportunity to drive some amazing, exotic cars on a racetrack! If you are in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, visit DriveXotic.
DriveXotic is a Motorsport Ranch located about half an hour south of Fort Worth, Texas, and about an hour drive away from Dallas, Texas. They have several exotic cars that you can race around their track.
Current Exotic Cars
- Lamborghini Huracan 610-4
- Porsche 911 GT3
- Ferrari 458 Italia
- Chevy Corvette C8 Z71
- Mercedes AMG GT-R
- Lotus Evora GT
- Audi R8 V10
- Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Visiting DriveXotic was an incredible experience for both drivers and non-drivers. As soon as we walked into the facility we were greeted with a friendly representative. Checking-in was a breeze. We had already booked our appointment online so all we had to do is sign our waivers, and drivers had to watch a short, informative video.
After the instructional video, drivers were fitted with a protective helmet, and met their driving instructors. The instructors sat in the passenger seat and gave guidance so that the drivers could get the most out of the experience.
Photo Opportunities
Drivers were given opportunities to take photos with the cars they drove at the end of each session. I noticed every guy that hopped out of the car had a huge, boyish grin on their face regardless of their age.
Driving Video
Each car is fitted with two cameras, microphones, and drives are automatically recorded. Videos also include an overlay of your driving stats (i.e., speed, lap times, and g-force data). All of your videos are downloaded to a USB drive, and only cost $42. It is 100% worth it and the perfect keepsake memory. However, if you are unsure, you can wait to review your videos at the end of your experience before deciding whether you want to purchase it.
Spectators
Spectators are not allowed to ride in the cars. However, they can watch drivers race around the track from the bleachers or from the balcony of the upper lounge.
If you decide you want the thrill of a ride without being behind the wheel, you can purchase a Thrill Ride option where you are driven by instructors around the track.
If racing is not your thing, you can hang out in the airconditioned lounge, sip some beverages, and watch television. Alternatively, you can take a tour of their car museum.
Car Museum
Over 30 cars that have been featured in movies and TV shows are in this car museum. For example, they have a bat mobile, the Ghostbusters car, Delorean from Back to the Future, A-Team van, Easy Rider motorcycle, General Lee car from Dukes of Hazard and more. Entry to the car museum is free.
What to Bring
- Closed toed shoes are required. No high heels are allowed.
- Camera with Portrait and Telephoto Lens
- Binoculars
Estimated Time
Arrive 20 minutes prior to appointment and expect to spend 1 to 1.5 hours.
Age Restrictions
- Drivers must at least be 16 years old
- For Ride-Along, riders must be at least 13 years of age
- For more information on restrictions see website.
DriveXotic Discounts
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DriveXotic also has package deals on their website, and offer options to purchase gift certificates.
Wind Down in Granbury, Texas
After the experience, we visited Granbury to wind down. We walked around town, lounged on the sandy beach of Lake Granbury, and had a bite to eat at Ketzler’s Schnitzel Haus And Biergarten. We had the German Burger Sandwich and Brat on a Bun, but the pretzel was my favorite part of our meal. The giant pretzel was so soft and warm. I would have been satisfied with just that pretzel and my Steigl Grapefruit Radler. The Steigl Grapefruit Radler was bright and refreshing on this hot day. It has a hint of grapefruit and leaves a pleasant after taste.
