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Experience the power of the futuristic BMW i8 supercar
Receive expert tuition from a qualified driving instructor
Drive six adrenaline-pumping miles of the circuit at Prestwold
Take home a personalised driving certificate

Satisfy your need for speed with a driving thrill in the stunning BMW i8, as seen in Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol. With butterfly doors, LED laser lights and a slick turbocharged engine, the BMW i8 looks like a car sent from the future, and provides a ride unlike any other. Start proceedings with a briefing, followed by two demonstration laps. Next, slide into the driver's seat of the BMW i8 and get ready for the drive of a lifetime. Take charge of this mighty supercar for six adrenaline-fuelled miles of Prestwold's challenging circuit, negotiating every sudden twist, turn, bend and straight with an instructor sitting in the passenger seat, ready to offer tips. Take home a personalised driving certificate as a special keepsake.

Key Info

Availability

Weekend and weekday dates throughout the year, excluding the Christmas and New Year period. Please allow at least eight weeks advance booking notice for this popular experience.

Participant Guidelines

Maximum weight is 19 stone. Minimum height is 5'' and maximum 6'5''. A full British or international manual driving licence held for at least 12 months must be produced on the day in order to participate. A health declaration must be signed.

Weather

Driving may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions like ice or heavy rain, when driving at speed might become dangerous. In the event of cancellation, contact is made.

Duration

1 hr

Lasts around one hour including a briefing, two demonstration laps and six miles of hands-on driving time.

Numbers on the Day

Briefings may be shared. All driving time is held on a one-to-one basis with a qualified instructor.

Spectator

Spectators are welcome at Prestwold Hall, which boasts an American-style diner with a great view of some of the action. High-speed passenger rides can be purchased on the day. Children must be closely supervised at all times.

Dress Code

Dress comfortably (and warmly in winter) and wear narrow, flat-soled shoes to negotiate pedals that are close together. A helmet is provided.

Other Info

The circuit measures 1.8 miles in total. When booking expect to be offered the choice of buying a collision damage waiver at £20 to £40 additional charge. Please note there is no obligation to purchase this optional waiver.

BMW i8 Thrill in Loughborough