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Audi R8 Thrill

£125
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1 hours long
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5 laps covered
12 miles covered

Take the wheel of the fantastic Audi R8 on the UK's fastest race circuit. Before the Audi is sometime with our ARDS licenced race instructor to get you up to speed before taking the R8 out on track.

  • Drive the epic Audi R8
  • Expert tuition from ARDS race instructors
  • Drive the UK's fastest race circuit.
Only   £125

Experience Format

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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.

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Instructor Demonstration

2 laps

Our advanced ARDS qualified race instructors will help guests learn the circuit and get the most out of their driving experience and enjoy their time on track

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Guest drives the Audi R8

3 laps

The stunning R8 is Audi's first attempt at a supercar and they got it right first time. The look of the car is completely different to anything else on the market yet it couldn't be anything else but an Audi. Each R8 is handmade in Germany by specialist teams making each car to a high standard

About the Audi R8 Thrill

Audi have hit the spot with their first attempt at a supercar. Not only in the handling and performance department but also with the styling, an area which so many manufacturers fail to get right when entering the supercar market.

Out on track the car has the traction you'd expect from Audi with performance that will blow your mind. The 4.2L V8 engines power is delivered through the tyres so effectively, giving you confidence to push the car harder on the UK's fastest race circuit - Thruxton.

Open the door and drop into the driving seat, the car seems to mould around you, hit the starter button and the V8 bangs into life.

Out on track the car gives incredible levels of grip, even at speed. The aluminium chassis gives great feedback to the driver and urges you to push on more and more. With the V8 screaming away just behind your ear, the nose of the car going exactly where you point it, you won't be able to stop yourself smiling.

The Cars

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Audi R8

Stunning to look at and brilliant to drive equals a fantastic driving experience. Out on track the R8 is eager to go fast. Audi's 4-wheel drive system soaks up the fast sweeping corners at Thruxton whilst the chassis gives lots of feedback to the driver.

0-60
4.4 seconds
Top Speed
187 mph
Power
414 bhp
Torque
317 lb/ft
Engine Size
4.2 litre V8
Gearbox
6 speed manual
Configuration
Mid engine, rear wheel drive
Cars with In-Car Recording

Audi R8 Thrill Availability

Open Dated Voucher

Open Voucher Valid for 12 months - £125

Gift Pack Options

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E-Voucher - Free

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.

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Gift Voucher Pack - £2.50

Gift voucher pack includes; our current brochure with details of all our experiences and information about Thruxton, personalised gift voucher with an optional gift message and a list of dates to attend.

Why Buy A Driving Experience From Thruxton

Our Top Reasons For Buying A Driving Experience At Thruxton

  1. No on the day pressure to purchase expensive accident damage waiver at registration. The price you see is the price you pay.
  2. Over 35 years of experience in operating driving experiences.
  3. We'll automatically extend your voucher if you have to cancel due to Covid-19.
  4. Our driving experience days operate in a covid safe environment. Find out more
  5. Thruxton is the fastest race track in the UK and a fully licensed FIA venue - not a disused airfield.
  6. No 70mph speed limits or numerous "cone chicanes" to keep the speed artificially slow.
  7. Models from Ferrari, Mclaren, Aston Martin, Porsche, Audi, Jaguar, Ford, BMW, Alpine and single-seat racing cars.
  8. You drive on the full 2.4-mile circuit as used by the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) and other top-class championships plus we have all the expected venue spectator facilities.
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Need to Know Information

  • 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

  • We'll automatically extend your voucher if an event has to be cancelled, or you can't make a date booked due to Covid-19

  • This driving experience operates from Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire. An FIA and Motorsport UK licenced venue

  • This driving experience operates in a Covid safe environment

  • 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

 

360 in-car videos 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. 360 Videos can be pre-purchased online (save £5) and booked on the day of your visit.

Record your drive in 1 car - £20 (Save £5)
Record your drive in 2 cars - £30 (Save £5)
Record your drive in 3 cars - £35 (Save £5)

 

Why buy a driving experience at Thruxton

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

Here's what we don't do:

  • 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

Tiff Needell highlights why a driving experience at Thruxton offers more than other venues.

 

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