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Drive the Aston Martin and Porsche Cayman
Driving Experience Format
Safety Briefing |
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| Our unique driving experience briefing details the important information you need to know before getting behind the wheel and heading out on track. | ||
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| Circuit layout – 2.4 miles per lap, 8 corners, fastest circuit in the UK Racing line – Turn in , apex, exit, braking, throttle control |
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| Driving Position – steering and pedal control, gear change, paddle shift Chassis dynamics – weight transfer, oversteer, understeer Overtaking and flag signals |
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Porsche Cayman - Retail Value: £38,500 |
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Technical Spec | |
| Mid-engine Rear wheel drive 2.9-litre flat 6 6-speed manual |
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| Power | 261bhp | |
| Speed | 163mph | |
| 0-60 | 5.8sec | |
| Initial laps driven by the instructor in the Porsche Cayman | ||
| Driving on a race circuit is very different to normal road driving. To make the most of the cars our customers will be driving on track you need to learn the ‘racing line’ and braking points. We use the brilliant Porsche Cayman for these initial laps. The best sports car on the market. Our ARDS qualified race instructors will demonstrate the racing lines and braking points plus other hints and tips to help you get the most from your driving experience. Out on track it may seem quite unfamiliar with no road marks or signs and no cars coming in the other direction, but after watching and listening to your race instructor you’ll have built up a good idea of the circuit layout and be confident when you first get behind the wheel and head out on track. |
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Porsche Cayman - Retail Value: £38,500 |
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Technical Spec | |
| Mid-engine Rear wheel drive 2.9-litre flat 6 6-speed manual |
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| Power | 261bhp | |
| Speed | 163mph | |
| 0-60mph | 5.8sec | |
| 3 laps pupil drives the Porsche Cayman | ||
The latest Porsche Cayman is a genuine junior supercar. Similar in looks to the 911 but with a mid-engine layout, this new model has the larger 2.9-litre engine with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Out on track the car gives incredible feedback, allowing the driver to build in confidence and enjoy the increased power and incredible grip that the car generates. Nowhere else in the UK will you drive such an expensive and new car as your introduction to a driving experience. With 3 laps behind the wheel you’ll not only have a huge smile on your face but be ready to take on the next car, no doubt feeling like the next Lewis Hamilton. |
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Aston Martin V8 - Retail Value: £120,000 |
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| Front-engine Rear wheel drive 4.3-litre V8 6-speed paddleshift |
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| Power | 380bhp | |
| Speed | 175mph | |
| 0-60mph | 4.8sec | |
| 4 laps pupil drives the Aston Martin V8 | ||
Why are Aston Martin's so popular? It's simple, they're beautiful to look at, brilliant to drive and James Bond got one! If that wasn't enough then the Aston Martin V8 Vantage has even more to give with one of the best sounding engines ever made. Sat on tickover you're aware of it but as the revs increase, the volume goes through the roof as the engine produces a note like no other - something that has to be heard to be believed. The V8 Vantage looks like an English Supercar. Beautiful to look at from every angle but menacing at the same time. Inside, it feels like Saville Row have painstakingly fitted the interior. Out on track, you'll soon appreciate the 50-50 weight distribution as the car feels perfectly balanced on Thruxton's fast sweeping corners. |
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About the Aston Martin V8 driving experience
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is an English Supercar. There are no extravagant spoilers or scoops to spoil the flowing lines. It achieves the difficult balance of beauty and purpose.
The 4.3-litre V8 instantly explodes into life with one push of the starter button. Out on track at 4500rpm, the valves in the exhaust open and the music reaches volume eleven – pure magic! 
Preparing you for this drive is some time with our ARDS race instructors to help you learn the circuit initially as a passenger and then driving the more delicate feeling Porsche Cayman. Three laps in this stunning German coupe will ensure you are fully comfortable and confident with the lines and technique of Thruxton Circuit.
Gift Pack options
DVD Gift Box - £5: Gift pack will include a Thruxton branded gift box. Inside the box is a presentation card of their driving experience - showing the exact driving experience the recipient will be attending, complete with image of the main car in the driving experience taken by ace automotive photographer Pete Gibson. Also included is our unique driving experience DVD which comes in its own personalised case with the recipients name, experience they're been given and space for a gift message plus our full colour brochure and list of dates to attend.
Our exclusive driving experience DVD is narrated by Tiff Needell and includes specific information on the driving experience they'll be attending, information on Thruxton circuit, in-car filming plus much more.
Standard option - free: Gift pack will include our current brochure, list of dates to attend and a personalised card for the recipient with their name and a personalised message.
Need to know
This experience can be purchased as an open gift voucher valid for 1 year from the date of purchase
This experience operates from Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire
We operate on selected weekdays and Saturdays. Please note: there is a £10 premium if you choose to book on a Saturday, payable when a date is booked
Drivers must hold a full 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
Why Buy From Thruxton - Top 5
1. Drive the UK's fastest race circuit
2. No 70mph speed limit or extra chicanes to slow your speed down
3. Latest Supercar from all the major manufacturers
4. Over 30 years experience in operating driving experiences
5. Auto Express award winner 3 years running
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Price
£240
Aston Martin Specification
Configuration |
Front engine, rear wheel drive |
| Engine size | Alloy quad overhead camshaft 32 valve, 4.3 litre V8 |
| Gear box | 6 spd. paddleshift |
| Power bhp | 380 |
| Torque lb/ft | 302 |
| Top speed mph | 175 |
| 0-60 | 4.8 sec. |
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