Tracks?

25sierraman · 10-20-2012, 12:55 PM

So I've finally stopped lurking and actually registered so I can post on this forum. I've just recently purchased a 2011 370z (6spd) and I'm relatively new to this type of Vehicle. My father and I growing up were always into older Camaros and dabble in some Fords but those are a completely different realm. I really want to learn how to drive this vehicle on a track however I'm finding it difficult using my powers of Google to find a good instructor or track in my area. I'm active duty Army and currently in Drill Sergeant school here on Ft Jackson South Carolina so my time is very limited however when I graduate in a few weeks I should hopefully be able to squeeze a day off in here and there. Can anyone point me in the right direction as far as a track or a good instructor/school?

DR_ · 10-20-2012, 05:23 PM

First off thank you for your service.
There are several tracks not more than a few hours from you. I've only been to a few over there like VIR, Road Atlanta, and Barber but there are several more. The thread just a few down from this one has a Road Atlanta event in November. That should be a nice time of year to hit that track.

ChrisSlicks · 10-20-2012, 06:47 PM

For driving instruction look to BMW CCA, Audi Club North America, and SCCA. Some of the other clubs offer instruction as well, e.g. NASA, Chin Motorsports, TrackDaze, Hooked on Driving, and MVP Track Time. You usually need to book at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance so they can figure out if they have enough instructors.

Just about all the major events are listed here:
MotorsportReg.com : Online registration management tools for driving and social events

25sierraman · 10-20-2012, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DR_

First off thank you for your service.
There are several tracks not more than a few hours from you. I've only been to a few over there like VIR, Road Atlanta, and Barber but there are several more. The thread just a few down from this one has a Road Atlanta event in November. That should be a nice time of year to hit that track.

It's an honor to serve. Thanks for the pointers! I'll have to look into those.

25sierraman · 10-20-2012, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

For driving instruction look to BMW CCA, Audi Club North America, and SCCA. Some of the other clubs offer instruction as well, e.g. NASA, Chin Motorsports, TrackDaze, Hooked on Driving, and MVP Track Time. You usually need to book at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance so they can figure out if they have enough instructors.

Just about all the major events are listed here:
MotorsportReg.com : Online registration management tools for driving and social events

I appreciate the links I'll have to start contacting those guys.

Mike · 10-20-2012, 07:47 PM

also check out Carolina Motorsports Park, its between columbia and augusta, Triangle Z club does some events there.

Read T · 10-24-2012, 10:28 AM

Seconded for CMP (Carolinas Motorsport Park). I drove there in my Z about 2 months ago. VIR would still be worth the trip for a weekend though!

10-20-2012, 12:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
25sierraman Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 3 Drives: 2011 370Z M6 Rep Power: 12	Tracks? So I've finally stopped lurking and actually registered so I can post on this forum. I've just recently purchased a 2011 370z (6spd) and I'm relatively new to this type of Vehicle. My father and I growing up were always into older Camaros and dabble in some Fords but those are a completely different realm. I really want to learn how to drive this vehicle on a track however I'm finding it difficult using my powers of Google to find a good instructor or track in my area. I'm active duty Army and currently in Drill Sergeant school here on Ft Jackson South Carolina so my time is very limited however when I graduate in a few weeks I should hopefully be able to squeeze a day off in here and there. Can anyone point me in the right direction as far as a track or a good instructor/school?

10-20-2012, 06:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	For driving instruction look to BMW CCA, Audi Club North America, and SCCA. Some of the other clubs offer instruction as well, e.g. NASA, Chin Motorsports, TrackDaze, Hooked on Driving, and MVP Track Time. You usually need to book at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance so they can figure out if they have enough instructors. Just about all the major events are listed here: MotorsportReg.com : Online registration management tools for driving and social events __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

10-20-2012, 07:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	also check out Carolina Motorsports Park, its between columbia and augusta, Triangle Z club does some events there. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

10-24-2012, 10:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 17	Seconded for CMP (Carolinas Motorsport Park). I drove there in my Z about 2 months ago. VIR would still be worth the trip for a weekend though! __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS

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10-20-2012, 05:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
DR_ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 981 Drives: Touring/Sport M6 PG Rep Power: 16	First off thank you for your service. There are several tracks not more than a few hours from you. I've only been to a few over there like VIR, Road Atlanta, and Barber but there are several more. The thread just a few down from this one has a Road Atlanta event in November. That should be a nice time of year to hit that track.