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In part one of this story, we discussed the history behind what might be Disney’s lamest theme park ride: Superstar Limo. We talked about the events that led to the creation of California Adventure, the initial plans for the car-themed ride, and how the tragic death of Princess Diana changed those plans. Now, it’s time to find out what Disney did next, and why the resulting ride ended up so terrifyingly awful.
The new Superstar Limo
Although multiple alternative attractions were discussed, Disney had to face the fact that their budget was practically nonexistent. In the end, the decision was made to take what little money was available and try to fix Superstar Limo. The new concept slowed the ride down to a snail’s pace, eliminating the roller coaster elements. No longer a high-speed chase, the new version would eliminate references to the paparazzi, change the story, and include more gags and Hollywood in-jokes.
The story of the Disney theme parks and of Disney in general is defined by innovation, imagination, and more than a little magic. While most of its legendary theme park attractions have been beloved and cherished for generations, this isn’t always the case. This is the story of how poor choices, circumstances beyond control, and a fair amount of folly resulted in arguably Disney’s lamest attraction in its history. This is the story of Superstar Limo.
Superstar Limo and California Adventure
The 1980s were a tumultuous time for Disney. Despite the success of its theme parks, the company wasn’t doing particularly well. Amidst financial issues, box office failures, and the fear of a takeover, Disney began to rely more heavily on its theme parks for revenue. In 1982, Disney began to consider adding a “second gate” at Disneyland. In other words, they wanted to build a second theme park in the area and turn Disneyland into a resort. This would encourage guests to stay longer