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Drive a Real F1 Car – The Ultimate Racing Experience
Drive a Real F1 Car – The Ultimate Racing Experience

Drive a Real F1 Car – The Ultimate Racing Experience

Drive a real Formula 1 car at Circuit Paul Ricard. Experience the thrill of high-speed racing with expert coaching, F4 training, and VIP options. A once-in-a-lifetime motorsport adventure!

Date & Location

By request, subject to availability.

Circuit Paul Ricard (Private Track), 2760 Rte des Hauts du Camp, 83330 Le Castellet, France

Experience Details

Drive a Real F1 Car

Have you ever dreamed of sitting in the cockpit of a real Formula 1 car, feeling the raw power of the engine as you race down a legendary circuit? This is your chance. In an exclusive partnership with an official F1 team, we offer a rare opportunity to experience the pinnacle of motorsport.


No track experience? No problem. Our expert instructors will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident, safe, and ready to push your limits.





This elite programme is designed to transform you into a true racer, with a full day of professional coaching, technical briefings, and hands-on training. You'll start with a high-performance Formula 4 car, honing your skills before stepping into a real F1 machine. With the roar of a V8 power unit behind you, your heart will race as you accelerate through the legendary Circuit Paul Ricard. This isn’t a simulation—this is the real thing.


Whether you're a seasoned driver or a passionate fan, this is the ultimate motorsport experience. With access to world-class engineers, mechanics, and race professionals, you'll be fully immersed in the world of Formula 1.


This is more than just a drive—it’s an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime journey into the heart of racing.





F1 Driving Experience

  • Drive an official Formula 1 car with professional guidance

  • Train with F1 experts including engineers and race instructors

  • Feel the power of a V8 engine on Circuit Paul Ricard

  • Experience the thrill of true racing—no prior track experience needed

  • Full Day Training: Approximately 7am to 7pm


FORMULA 1 Car Specs

  • Chassis – Carbon Fiber monocoque – 540kg

  • Engine 700 hp – 2.4L V8 engine – 18,000 rpm

  • Gearbox 7 speed paddle-shift

  • Tyres PIRELLI

  • Data acquisition & on-board camera




What to expect in Your F1 Driving Experience


🔥 SAFETY & TECHNICAL BRIEFINGS

  • Get fully suited in professional fireproof race gear and helmet, prepared in your own locker

  • Attend an official FIA safety briefing, just like a real F1 driver

  • Learn the essentials of single-seater race car handling from expert Winfield instructors


🏁 TRACK RECCE

  • Get a detailed track tour of Circuit Paul Ricard with professional guidance

  • Ride in a minivan with instructors to analyze racing lines, braking points, and corner apexes

  • Master one of the most technical F1 circuits before you take the wheel


🚀 FORMULA 4 SESSIONS

  • Begin with a Formula 4 car to refine your skills before stepping up to F1

  • Experience the car’s agility with first laps behind a safety car for confidence building

  • Stay in the car for back-to-back driving sessions, feeling the thrill of open-wheel racing


🏎️ FORMULA 1 DRIVING SESSION(S)

  • Fire up a real F1 car with a roaring V8 engine

  • Accelerate down the straight, feeling the G-forces like an F1 pro

  • Push your limits, master high-speed corners, and experience the ultimate racing adrenaline



A rare, once-in-a-lifetime experience—limited slots available!


 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

In order to participate to the event, each driver must comply with all the eligibility criteria of the event including:


  • Speak and understand English or French fluently

  • Minimum age of 22 and a maximum age of 65

  • Hold a full current and valid driving licence

  • Height between 1.55 metres (5’1″ft) and 1.85 metres (6’1″ft)

  • Maximum weight of 90 kgs (209 lbs)

  • Maximum foot size of 45 (11.5 US)


Participants not matching the height and weight criteria mentioned above have the possibility to register to the event by accepting the risk to be refused from all or part of the on-track activities if they do not successfully perform and complete the standard safety procedures. In that case, participants accept that no refund or compensation will be made.

 

Enhance Your Experience with Exclusive Add-Ons [OPTIONAL]


ADDITIONAL F1 LAPS

  • Extend your thrill by booking extra F1 laps beyond the 3 included in your package

  • The maximum number of laps depends on the total number of drivers on the day


F1 & F4 ON-BOARD VIDEOS

  • Capture every moment with immersive raw onboard footage from both your F4 and F1 sessions

  • Relive the adrenaline rush and share your experience with friends and family


F1 GUEST PASS

VIP access for your guest, including:

  • Paddock and VIP lounge access with a terrace overlooking the pit

  • Lunch at the trackside restaurant and an end-of-day cocktail

  • Exclusive souvenir gift to remember the day

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