Location(s): Irvine El Toro Field, CA; Las Vegas Motor Speedway, NV
Race a Porsche
- Push the limits of a Porsche 997 S that goes 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds
- Hit speeds up to 100 MPH as you charge the curves the Irvine El Toro road course or the Las Vegas Motor Speedway road course
- Professional instructor will provide you helpful racing tips and techniques
- Includes Racing Completion Certificate
- Free Personalized Gift Box
- Buy Now Book Later
- Free Exchanges
- Free Refunds
Description:
Over 50 years of German engineering have transformed the one-of-its-kind Porsche 997 S into the ultimate track car. This is your chance to not only drive a Porsche 997 S, but to race one!
Your day at the track will start with a technical briefing where your professional instructor will go over racing tips, proper driving position, steering techniques, braking and acceleration with powerful vehicles like the Porsche 997 S, and how to find the optimum racing lines on the course.
Next you'll be taken on two discovery laps in a Hummer H2 with a professional driver showing you how to optimize your laps on the track.
Then you'll get behind the wheel of your Porsche 997 S and unleash of the Irvine El Toro Road Course or the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Road Course.
Irvine El Toro Field: The El Toro Marine base has undergone some drastic changes and is now ready for racing. Cars and drivers now have the ability to experience the curves, turns and straightaways of this superb track.
Las Vegas Speedway Inside Road Course: The Inside Road Course is located inside the prestigious Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This 1.1 mile, 11 turn track allows for maximum Gs and acceleration with long sweepers, switchbacks, and an 1100 foot straight-away for high speeds. Placed within the 1.5 mile Superspeedway's high rising grandstands, this track puts you in the heart of the Las Vegas Motorsports experience.
Porsche / Aston Martin Combo packages: For those of you who want it all, select one of our Porsche / Aston Martin combo packages and drive both the Porsche 997 S and the Aston Martin Vantage. 10 Lap package includes 5 laps with each car, and 20 Lap package includes 10 laps with each car. This is the ultimate driving experience giving you the chance to race two classic vehicles.
Get ready for the ultimate racing experience that you will never forget!
Availability:
Select dates year-round.
Location(s):
Irvine El Toro Field, CA; Las Vegas Motor Speedway, NV
Essential Information:
Helmets will be provided.
Participants must 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
Insurance is included with your experience, but participants will be required to sign a liability waiver upon arrival at the track.
All vehicles are equipped with on-board video systems to capture your driving experience and your video can be purchased directly from your experience provider for $79.00.
Duration:
Experience lasts approximately 2-3 hours.
Maximum Participants:
1 per car.
Spectators:
Yes, we encourage you to bring family and friends with you. You may bring up to 3 spectators with you free of charge. Any additional visitors will be charged $10 each. Your spectators will be able to access the track, and take video and pictures of your experience.
Weather Dependent:
Generally this experience will run rain or shine. The vehicles are equipped with safety systems to handle driving in any condition. In the event extreme weather conditions force us to cancel the session, your experience provider will reschedule your experience within two months.
What to Wear:
Comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes, tennis shoes are recommended.
Booking Information:
For this experience, we recommend booking at least 2 months 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, no exchanges are allowed. However, you may reschedule your experience up to 15 days prior to your booked date.
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What happens if it rains?
Generally this experience will run rain or shine. The vehicles are equipped with safety systems to handle driving in any condition. In the event extreme weather conditions force us to cancel the session, your experience provider will reschedule your experience within two months.
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What are the requirements to drive?
Drivers must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
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Do I need to know how to drive a manual transmission?
No. The vehicles are all Paddle Shift. They can all be driven in Automatic.
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Is there a height or weight restriction?
Yes, please contact us if the participant weighs over 260 pounds or is 6'3" tall. We will advise you on what car to choose.
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Is an international drivers license acceptable?
Yes. A valid drivers license issued by a government agency is acceptable.
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Do I need any previous racing experience?
Absolutely not! This driving experience is open to anyone! No matter what your skills are behind the wheel, you can choose to go for a 5, 10 even 30 laps experience! You will of course follow the technical briefings and participate in the discovery laps with an instructor before you drive. Also you will always be accompanied by our professional driving instructor on your side. So relax and enjoy!
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I am a professional race car driver, can I drive alone?
No, but we will make sure the professional driving instructors are aware of the fact so they give you more flexibility on the track.
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What can I expect when I get to the track?
Prior to driving on the track, all racing participants are provided with detailed driving instruction in a classroom environment as well as 2 discovery laps in a hummer H2 done by a personal driving instructor. The participants are then introduced to their personal driving instructor who sits in the passenger seat while the driving experience begins. The instructor ensures that the drivers take full advantage of these powerful exotic vehicles, while operating in a safe environment. After your experience, you will receive a graduate certificate.
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What is the technical briefing all about?
No matter what level of driving experience you have, it is required that you attend the technical briefing. In this briefing the professional instructors will communicate their direction and the mandatory driving and racing tips to use the sport cars safely. +Proper driving position +Steering technique +Car particularities-power-gearbox specifics +Mass transfers +Proper racing lines +Breaking and acceleration with powerful cars
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Can I come with friends and family?
Guests are welcome. Your friends and family will be able to access the track (within the secured areas), take videos and pictures with panoramic views. Children are allowed. However it is recommend not to bring children under 24 months for obvious reasons of noise and security. Pets are not allowed on the tracks for security reasons unless that pet proves to provide health and/or physical aide.
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How long should I plan for the whole experience?
Plan for a minimum of 2 hours. Plan for half a day if you are driving for more than 15 laps.
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Do you provide transportation to and from our Hotel?
The tour does not include transportation to and from the race track. Guest must arrange their own transportation.
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Can we buy food and drinks on the track?
No. We recommend that you bring your own food if you stay for a half a day or are doing more than 15 laps.
