Drive an Indy Car at Auto Club Speedway

Drive an Indy Car at Auto Club

From: $530   Region: Los Angeles (View all 102 Los Angeles experiences)

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Location(s):

Auto Club Speedway, Fontana, CA.

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Do you have what it takes to drive an Indy Car? Experience the full sized, 600 hp, open cock pit, open wheel, Indy-style racing machine!
  • School started by the legendary Mario Andretti, the greatest race car driver of all time
  • Full size, 600 horse power Indy style race cars
  • Options ranging from 8 - 62 minutes of racing (don't worry, even 8 minutes is a long time at 150 MPH!)
  • No lead car and passing is allowed.
  • Receive a full color certificate printed with your top speed!


More detailed description >

Description:
Following the drivers meeting and safety training with your Crew Chief, you'll get behind the wheel and drive a full sized, Indy-style race car for a timed session on the same super speedways the pros races on.

You can truly push your limits during this once-in-a-lifetime driving experience. There will be no lead cars or no pace car to hold you back, and passing is allowed! These conditions make for an authentic Indy Car experience.

You'll get one-on-one feedback and instruction from your Personal Racing Instructor through our exclusive Racing Electronics in-car radio communications system.

Upon completion, you'll receive a full color Graduate Certificate printed with your top speed!

Add a Ride Along
Select one of our options that includes a 3 Lap Ride Along and let a professional driver show you the full potential of these amazing Indy style race cars, as he takes you on the ride of your life! The perfect addition for any Driving package!



Key Info >

Essential Information:
Participants must be no taller than 6'4", weigh no more than 250 pounds and be in good overall physical condition. They must also have a valid drivers license.

Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult who must give written consent. Participants do not need to know how to drive manual transmission (stick shift).

Pricing includes a $35 drivers fee that covers accidental insurance coverage, racing license and ear buds. This releases you from liability for any vehicle damage.

Your maximum speed will be determined by the package you are participating in as follows:

  • 8 Minutes of Racing: 140-145 MPH
  • 16 Minutes of Racing: 155 MPH
  • 24 Minutes of Racing: 160-165 MPH
  • 32 Minutes of Racing: 170 MPH
We recommend bringing drinks and snacks to enjoy while at the track. Some seating is provided, however, we recommend bringing lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators.

Duration:
All driving experiences will be completed within 3 hours.

Maximum Participants:
1 per car

Spectators:
Yes, we encourage you to bring friends and family to share in the experience. And don't forget to bring a camera!

Weather Dependent:
If we have inclement weather and have to cancel, the experience provider will contact you and either reschedule you for another available date or issue you a gift card that you can use to reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts.

What to Wear:
Comfortable, casual clothes depending on the time of year as your clothing will be worn under a driving suit. Wear closed toe shoes, tennis shoes are recommended.

Booking Information:
For this experience we recommend booking at least 30 days in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Prior to scheduling/booking a date for this experience, Cloud 9's standard return and exchange policy shall apply. Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation all bookings are final. No refunds or exchanges are allowed once you have scheduled a date. If you need to reschedule, you have up until 30 days prior to your reservation to make changes for a $50 administrative fee. Once you are within 30 days of the event, you are then locked in to that date and time and no changes can be made.

Experience ID:
DRI-LOS-0017



View FAQ's >

  1. How will the program be structured?
    Following a drivers meeting, training and instruction with a Crew Chief, you'll drive a real Indy-style race car on a Super Speedway for a timed session, depending on the program purchased. There's NO lead car to hold you back and no instructor in the car with you!! You will have constant 2-way communication with your Personal Racing Instructor through our state-of-the-art Racing Electronics in-car radio system. Upon completion, you'll receive a full color, Graduate Certificate with your top speed on it.
  2. What happens if I wreck a car?
    The price includes a $35 fee for racing license and liability insurance. This releases you from all vehicle damage.
  3. Is passing allowed?
    Yes. If you come up on a slower race car, your Personal Racing Instructor will lead you around the slower group.
  4. Can I choose my own racecar?
    Each participant is assigned to a car based on their height and weight. We cannot guarantee what cars will be at the track each day or what car individuals will be driving/riding in.
  5. What is your policy on rain-outs?
    If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, your experience provider will contact you and either reschedule you for another available date or issue you a gift card that you can use to reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts.
  6. Do I have to know how to drive stick shift?
    No.
  7. What is the age requirement?
    Participants must have a valid driver's license.  Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult who must give written consent.
  8. Are there any physical requirements?
    Participants must be in good physical condition, and must be 6'5" and under and must weigh less than 270 lbs.

Customer Testimonials:

  • Drive an Indy Car

  • September 22, 2010

  • Los Angeles

  • By: Rodney Moore

"Just stepped out of the car after 8 minutes of adrenaline!"

  • Drive an Indy Car

  • August 18, 2010

  • Los Angeles

  • By: Michael Mascari

"Driving at 177 miles an hour around a super-speedway - the whole thing was surreal and phenomenal. This was a once in a lifetime experience and it was as good as I could have possibly dreamed. Many, many thanks to my family for this unbelievable gift! "

  • Drive an Indy Car

  • October 26, 2012

  • Los Angeles

  • By: Hal Haenel

"Incredible. If I had a bucket list the Indy Car track experience would be on it, but now it's checked off with a capital X! Really a GREAT time!"

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