Final lap: Iconic Central Florida business to close this weekend

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — If you’ve lived in Central Florida for any length of time and have traveled Highway 17/92 in Fern Park, chances are you’ve spotted a go-kart place.

You know, the one that seems like it’s been there forever.

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And if you ever thought to yourself, “That looks like fun -- I’ll have to try it out some time,” you’d better hurry.

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The owners of Lil 500 Go Karts recently announced that come Jan. 8 they will close up shop.

“We hope to see you come out for one more ride,” a recent Facebook post said.

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It also thanked those who have supported them over the past 54 years.

“It has been our honor and privilege to serve Central Florida,” the post said.

Whether you’ve been a regular or you’re just hoping to give Lil 500 a try before the owners put the brakes on for good, know this: You have until 7 p.m. Saturday to take a spin around the track that’s given locals more than five decades of fun.

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