Can You Get DLC Cars in GTA 5 Story Mode? A Comprehensive Guide
The short answer is yes, you can get DLC cars in GTA 5 story mode, but it’s not as straightforward as it might seem. While you won’t find all the bells and whistles of the online experience in single-player, a significant portion of the vehicles introduced through GTA Online DLC updates are indeed accessible in story mode. This article will delve deep into how this works, what limitations exist, and answer your burning questions about accessing these vehicles.
How DLC Cars Appear in Story Mode
The key to unlocking DLC vehicles in story mode lies within your character’s owned garage. Instead of spawning naturally in the world or needing to be purchased, most DLC cars are accessed through a special menu. Here’s how it works:
- Access Your Garage: Go to any of the garages owned by your characters (Franklin, Michael, or Trevor).
- Open the Special Vehicles Menu: Once inside your garage, look for the prompt to open a menu using the right button on your controller’s D-pad. This is where you will find the list of available vehicles.
- Select Your Vehicle: Browse through the list of available cars from various GTA Online updates. These will be vehicles that have been added to the game over time through content updates.
- Free Access: Select any of these vehicles and they will be instantly available for you to use in the story mode. They are completely free of charge and do not require any prior purchase or unlock in the online version.
It is important to note that, While most regular vehicles are obtainable, special vehicles like the Ruiner 2000 or the Vigilante, which typically have unique mechanics and weapons, are not available in story mode. The focus is on the general fleet of cars, bikes, trucks, and other standard vehicle types.
What to Expect: Limitations and Benefits
While accessing DLC cars in story mode is convenient and adds variety, there are a few limitations to be aware of:
- No Special Vehicles: As previously mentioned, you won’t get access to unique, weaponized vehicles from DLC updates. Think of it as access to the new civilian vehicles that were added.
- No Customization Options: While you do get the cars, you are typically restricted to the vehicles’ base colors and modifications. You won’t have access to your saved custom vehicles or modifications from the online mode.
- No Real World Acquisition: In story mode, these cars cannot be found randomly driving in traffic or parked in specific locations. They are only available through the garage menu.
- Availability Based on Updates: The vehicles available will depend on which DLC updates were released for GTA Online. You will see most regular vehicles that were added with those updates.
Despite these limitations, this system offers significant benefits:
- Free Access to a Wide Variety of Vehicles: You get to try out many vehicles without having to spend game money.
- Enhanced Gameplay: Accessing these cars adds variety to the typical cars and vehicles of the original story mode.
- No Progress Requirement: There are no missions or criteria to access these vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the topic:
1. Are all DLC cars available in GTA 5 story mode?
Not all, but **most of the regular vehicles added through DLC updates** are available in story mode via the garage menu. Special vehicles with unique mechanics are typically unavailable.
2. Do I have to purchase DLC cars before using them in story mode?
No, **DLC cars are completely free** to use in story mode. You do not need to purchase them in GTA Online to access them in story mode.
3. Can I customize DLC cars in story mode?
Generally, **you cannot fully customize the DLC vehicles** in the same way you can in GTA Online. You are restricted to the vehicles’ base colors and modifications.
4. Can I find DLC cars driving around in the game world in story mode?
**No,** DLC cars can only be accessed through the Special Vehicles Menu in your garage and **do not spawn naturally in the game world** of story mode.
5. What about special DLC vehicles like the Batmobile?
Vehicles like the Batmobile or Vigilante are considered **special vehicles and are not available in the story mode**. They are exclusive to GTA Online.
6. Is there any way to get weaponized DLC vehicles in story mode?
**No, there is no way to get weaponized DLC vehicles** in the normal story mode. They are exclusively for use in GTA Online.
7. Does platform matter when getting DLC cars in story mode?
The method to access DLC cars through the garage menu is **consistent across all platforms** (PC, PlayStation, Xbox).
8. Will the new GTA Online updates’ vehicles appear in story mode?
Yes, **most regular vehicles from GTA Online updates will be added to the garage menu in story mode**. This ensures access to the newest rides as they are released online.
9. What is the fastest car I can get in GTA 5 story mode?
The **Pegassi Zentorno** has the fastest lap time at 1:00.960, and while it spawns in the world, it can be purchased from Legendary Motorsport for $725,000. It also sometimes spawns at Los Santos Customs locations.
10. What is the most luxurious car in GTA 5 story mode?
The **Bugatti Veyron** is known for being a very luxurious car and is one of the fastest, if not *the* fastest, car in the game.
11. What is the rarest vehicle I can find in story mode?
The **Obey Tailgater** is a very rare find in story mode. It can be found at the Los Santos Golf Club or the Vespucci Beach tennis court parking lot.
12. What car can I customize the most in story mode?
Some of the most customizable cars include: **Karin S95, Karin 190z, Karin Calico GTF, Dinka Jester RR, Dinka Sugoi, Annis Euros, Pfister Comet Safari, and the Bravado Gauntlet Classic Custom.**
13. Can you get the Ruiner 2000 in story mode?
**No, the Ruiner 2000 is a special vehicle** and is exclusive to GTA Online. It cannot be accessed in story mode.
14. Does GTA 5 offline have DLC content?
Yes, **GTA 5 offline receives most of the regular vehicle content from online updates** via the Special Vehicles menu in your garage. But it does not receive the weaponized and special vehicles, or any paid story DLC, as those are exclusive to GTA Online.
15. What are some ways to make a lot of money in GTA 5 story mode?
Some of the best ways to make money in story mode include **robbing armored trucks, completing bail bond bounties, finishing random encounters, completing the story mode heists, finishing assassination missions, and finding collectibles.**
Conclusion
While GTA 5’s single-player mode doesn’t offer the full scope of vehicle variety and customization found in GTA Online, accessing DLC cars through your garage significantly enriches the experience. It allows you to experiment with new vehicles, adding a layer of freshness to the single-player story mode. Remember that while most regular DLC vehicles are available, special vehicles and customization options are not, maintaining a distinct difference between the single-player and online worlds. Now, get out there and enjoy your new rides in Los Santos!