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Briefing

Our senior ARDS Race Instructor will give a full briefing detailing the important information you need to know before getting behind the wheel and heading out on track; circuit layout, racing line, turn in, apex, exit, braking, throttle control, driving Position, steering, pedal control, gear change, understanding paddle shift, overtaking and flag signals. As part of the briefing we have a unique CGI sequence which shows how a vehicle reacts to the inputs made by the driver including; chassis dynamics, weight transfer, oversteer and understeer.

3 laps

Porsche Cayman - Instructor drives

Hold on tight as your professional racing car instructor takes you for a high-speed ride around the circuit.

3 laps

Porsche Cayman - Guest drives

Three laps driving the Porsche Cayman. One of the class leading sports car in the world. With 3 laps behind the wheel you'll not only have a huge smile on your face, no doubt feeling like the next Lando Norris......

What to expect from the Porsche Cayman Thrill

Our entry level driving experience designed to get you out on track in one of the most rewarding two seat sports cars in the world, but at a budget price.

It's such a well developed car, you'll wonder why Porsche don't change all their models to a mid-engine layout! It feels tight, reacting positively to your inputs with little roll but still managing to provide a smooth supple ride.

With 3 laps behind the wheel you'll not only have a huge smile on your face but no doubt feel like the next Lewis Hamilton.

Please note that the Cayman Thrill is only available in the afternoons.

360º In-Car Videos are Available for This Experience

The ultimate memento of your visit to Thruxton. Our 360 cameras will capture all the action of your drive in 4K, true 360-degree video for you to enjoy afterwards on all your devices. Check out the video and click to look around!

From £25

The Thruxton difference

Quality experiences

Over 35 years of experience in operating driving experiences. Everything is geared around a quality experience and we limit numbers to ensure this.

FIA licenced race track

Thruxton is the fastest race track in the UK and a fully licensed FIA venue - not a disused airfield.

Pro instructors

We only use professional ARDS qualified race instructors who will make your drive more enjoyable.

No artificial corners

No 70mph speed limits or numerous "cone chicanes" to keep the speed artificially slow.

360º videos

The ultimate memento of your visit to Thruxton. Our 360 cameras will capture all the action of your drive in 4K, true 360-degree video for you to enjoy afterwards on all your devices.

One Amazing Car

The Porsche Cayman is a genuine junior supercar. Similar in looks to the 911 but with a mid-engine layout. Once seated in the car, it's unmistakably a Porsche. Out on track the car gives incredible feedback and is perfectly balanced, allowing the driver to build in confidence and enjoy the increased power and incredible grip that the car generates.

Specification

Horsepower
261 bhp
Torque
221 lb/ft
Top Speed
163 mph
0-60
5.8 seconds

Skilled Instructors On The Day

Harry King

Harry is a multiple champion in the UK and worldwide. Winning championships throughout his career. He can often be found in the ride car here at Thruxton.

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Charlotte Birch

Charlotte Birch is a GT Cup, Lamborghini Super Trofeo & Ginetta G55, Ex Britcar and Junior Saloon Car DriverARDS A Driver Coach

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James Hedley

James has worked his way up the motorsport ladder, winning championships along the way. Currently racing in FIA Formula 3, James bring a a huge amount of knowledge when instructing.

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Porsche Cayman Thrill