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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

BMW M2 Demonstration - Instructor drives

Our advanced ARDS qualified race instructors will help guests learn the circuit and get the most out of the BMW M2 and enjoy your time on track.

5 laps

BMW M2 Competition - Session 1 - Guest drives

The BMW M2 Competition is a compact, rear-drive weapon: twin-turbo straight-six punch, razor-sharp steering and an Active M Differential that begs you to push. Put it on Thruxton Circuit and it comes alive. Flowing through fast sweeping corners, and making light work of the Complex and Club Chicane. Pure driver joy.

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5 laps

BMW M2 Competition - Session 2 - Guest drives

The BMW M2 Competition is a compact, rear-drive weapon: twin-turbo straight-six punch, razor-sharp steering and an Active M Differential that begs you to push. Put it on Thruxton Circuit and it comes alive. Flowing through fast sweeping corners, and making light work of the Complex and Club Chicane. Pure driver joy.

1 laps

High Speed Passenger Ride in the BMW M2 Competition - Instructor drives

Your ARDS race instructor will finish the experience off with a high-speed white knuckle ride in the BMW M2 Competition.

What to expect from the BMW M2 One-2-One Experience

Discover what you and a BMW M2 Competition can really do with a one-to-one coaching session at Thruxton. With a twin-turbo straight-six, rear-wheel drive and an Active M Differential, the M2 delivers serious pace and feel, perfect for learning clean lines, confident braking and smooth exits on the UK’s fastest circuit.

Your programme pairs you with an ARDSlicensed race instructor for two focused runs of five laps. Session one builds rhythm and precision; a short debrief refines your technique; session two turns that feedback into faster, cleaner laps. It’s personal, progressive and properly engaging. Maximum seat time, tailored guidance, and the full M experience, all on the UK's fastest race circuit.

The best M Car ever made

Jeremy Clarkson

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!

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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 BMW M2 feels like it was made to lap Thruxton's fast, sweeping corners. This model is the Competition version equipped with a 405hp, and 406lb-ft of torque from a 3.0l twin-turbo engine mounted up front, with a seven-speed double-clutch transmission that sends all the power to the rear wheels. The Competition model also features bigger brakes and wheels and uprated suspension.

Specification

Horsepower
405 bhp
Torque
406 ib/ft
Top Speed
15 mph
0-60
4.2 seconds

Skilled Instructors On The Day

Sid Smith

Sid Smith is a racing driver & performance coach currently competing in Porsche Carrera Cup. He has experience in all types of cars & tracks, as well as working a range of skill-levels to maximise their potential.

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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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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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