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Drive the Ferrari 458 Spider on the UK's fastest race circuit. You'll also drive the Alpine A110S and the Racing Car. A truly unique driving experience that you will not find anywhere else in the UK. This model also has all the Speciale options.
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.
Driving on a race circuit is very different to normal road driving. To make the most of the cars guests will be driving on track you need to learn the racing line and braking points. Our ARDS race instructors will be on hand to help throughout your experience..
The stunning Alpine A110S is all about the F-word - FUN! It’s ready to deliver its own unique brand of intoxicating fun the moment you drive out of the pitlane on to the circuit. The car instantly gives the driver confidence to push harder, giving feedback through the fast and slower corners. Other sports car do this too but the Alpine A110S does it differently. There's nothing else quite like it.
The Ferrari 458 Spider is a V8 engine supercar from Ferrari. They've applied all their technical knowhow from the F1 team and applied it to this car. This model also comes with all the Speciale options. The result is stunning. Seated in the drivers seat you feel embraced by the car. The steering wheel could be straight from a Ferrari F1 car.
Having already had five laps in the Formula Renault Racing Car, we guarantee you'll be raring to get back in the car for another five.
We have over 40 years of experience operating driving experiences and activities This driving experience can be purchased as an open gift voucher valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
This driving experience operates from Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire. An FIA and Motorsport UK licenced venue
We operate on selected weekdays and Saturdays. Please note: there is a £17 premium if you choose to book on a Saturday, payable when a date is booked
Drivers must hold a full drivers licence
On the day drivers must wear clothes that cover their arms and legs
Helmets, race boots and gloves are provided
Spectators are welcome - free of charge
We are one of the very first operators of driving experiences and have an outstanding reputation for doing things properly. We have always taken great pride in making sure that every visitor has a fantastic day that exceeds their expectations, so trust us to look after you and your guests.
Everything is geared around a quality experience and we limit numbers to ensure this
We only use professional ARDS qualified race instructors who will make your drive more enjoyable
All our supercars are maintained by main dealerships and run on premium Pirelli tyres
We have a state-of-the-art hospitality building and restaurant with a viewing gallery
We will always do our best to accommodate special requests
We don’t restrict the circuit – you drive the full 2.4-mile FIA-licenced race track
We don’t create artificial corners to slow you down
We don’t sell at cheap prices to get you here and then pressure you to buy extras on the day
We don’t cut corners on safety or quality
Your gift will be delivered by email straight to your inbox, so it's ideal for last-minute presents. Delivery is free and you’ll receive a personalised experience voucher with an optional gift message
This driving experience is all about the very latest and according to the press, the very best Ferrari ever made - the 458 Spider. To look at, it's obviously a Ferrari but ultimately looks ultra modern. As you would expect from Ferrari, the 458 Spider is a technical tour de force that results in a driving experience that rewrites the supercar rule book.
No words can properly describe the feeling you get when driving the Ferrari 458. It is quite simply unbelievable.
Out on track the car just gets better. Hit the throttle in any gear and the car takes off immediately. Once up to speed the car has so much grip.
Jeremy Clarkson gave the best summary of the car: "The Ferrari 458 is one of the all-time greats. It's really is absolutely, unbelievably, mesmerizingly brilliant"
As part of the Ferrari 458 Spider PLUS driving experience, guests will have a chance to learn the race circuit with an ARDS-qualified race instructor initially as a passenger and then driving the Alpine A110S.
The Alpine A110S is a fantastic sports car that outperforms other more expensive machinery. A great car that gives the driver lots of confidence behind the wheel.
Having completed plenty of laps, guests will then be introduced to the Ferrari 458. The car is so technically advanced that the driver environment takes some getting used to. Our ARDS-qualified race instructor will be at hand to help explain the controls before you head out onto the UK's fastest race circuit to enjoy the best supercar Ferrari has ever made.
After the shock of the Ferrari is a totally different driving experience, the Formula Renault racing car. It's a slicks and wings championship car, Lewis Hamilton won the UK series on his way to Formula 1. Seated in the car everything feels very raw. Flick the engine starter and noise suddenly overwhelms the senses. Head out on track for a truly unique driving experience, one that will never be forgotten.
THE FERRARI 458 IS ONE OF THE ALL-TIME GREATS. IT REALLY IS ABSOLUTELY, UNBELIEVABLY MESMERIZINGLY BRILLIANT
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Over 40 years of experience in operating driving experiences. Everything is geared around a quality experience and we limit numbers to ensure this.
Thruxton is the fastest race track in the UK and a fully licensed FIA venue - not a disused airfield.
We only use professional ARDS qualified race instructors who will make your drive more enjoyable.
No 70mph speed limits or numerous "cone chicanes" to keep the speed artificially slow.
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.
The Ferrari 458 Spider is a technical marvel. The mid-engined V8 produces an astonishing 462bhp and 398 lb/ft of torque. Put simply this means it accelerates very quickly and has a top speed of over 200mph! The 458 also has Ferrari's latest dual clutch system which is simply brilliant.
Firmly strapped into the cockpit the car is an extension of you. It will react to every input. When you brake it stops, turn the steering wheel and it darts left or right. Road cars seem soggy and unresponsive by comparison.We also have the Sports 2000 racing car for customers who are too tall to drive the Formula Renault or Formula Ford 2000.
The Alpine A110S adds some subtle changes to the already brilliant A110. An extra 39bhp and taking power to 288bhp. The anti-roll bars are 100 per cent stiffer than the standard car, and the springs 50% firmer with the dampers re-tuned to match. The car sits 4mm lower and the tyres are wider. The result is an already brilliant car, turned up to 11!
My name is James Black and I currently race in the Britcar Endurance Trophy Championship. I’ve been instructing up and down the UK working at Thruxton, Silverstone and Brands Hatch instructing in supercars, rally cars and drift cars. I Can’t wait for what the future holds.
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Professional Driver Coach and retired Le Mans driver. A veteran of eighteen 24 Hour races, including two times Le Mans 24 Hours. 30 years coaching experience, competition licence holder since 1987 with over 65 race victories and 135 podiums.
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An experienced & recognised ARDS Instructor and Driver Coach in and around the South East area. Having successfully competed in a number of Motorsport Championships around the UK from the age of eight, now over 30 years on and still competing and enjoying Motorsport - currently racing in various UK Championships.
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The ultimate memento of your visit to Thruxton. 360 cameras will capture all the action of your drive in 4K, true 360-degree video for you to enjoy afterwards.
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