There really is no point to it. It is just an opportunity to test all the different cars, on a "track" where no other cops or racers are trying to ram you of the road.
Some would say that you also get to know the Seacrest County, but you might as well do that by completing the missions/races.
No there is not
There is no free drive in Need for Speed Shift.
Not legally.
Sorry no can do, getting out of your can is impossible!
yes, in the career mode there is an option where you can "free roam" the city of seacrest.
well how bout buying the game
Yea, the statement "Over 100 miles of open high speed roads" confirms this.
All you have to do is press (Y) when you have highlighted a race or police event.
yes you can but you will get chased by the cops
Yes You Can It's Called Free Roam
I found: http://bicycletutor.com/adjust-rear-derailleur/ It is specific for Derailleur (I was looking for Free Spirit's TORK DRIVE SYSTEM - 18 SPEED)
yes you do.