Miami: NASCAR Driving Experience

About this experience

Put on your helmet and buckle up. Its time to get behind the wheel of a real NASCAR Stock Car with the NASCAR Driving experience! Put the pedal to the metal, and race like the big boys on Sundays around the Homestead-Miami Speedway!

SKU:: DRI-MIA-0012

When Do I Choose A Date?

Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions and your experience with us begins!

Select Dates Only:
October 28, 2024
November 9, 2024
December 14, 2024

AM times are typically 9:00 to 11:00
PM times are typically 12:00 to 4:00

*Schedule is subject to change

Essential Information

Participants must be a minimum of 5'0'' and 100 lbs in order to participate, and a maximum of 6'7" and 300 lbs
Participants must be in good overall physical condition
A valid driver's license is required
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent of legal guardian who must sign a consent form
Vehicles are manual transmission (stick shift), however the crew is happy to assist you if you need a little help
Pricing includes a $35 drivers fee that covers accidental insurance coverage, souvenir racing license and ear buds
Feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
Some seating is provided, however, it is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators

Duration

All driving experiences are completed within 3 hours.

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

1 per car

Spectators

Yes, we encourage you to bring family and friends, and don't forget the cameras!

Weather Dependent

If we have inclement weather and have to cancel, you may either reschedule for another available date or be issued a gift card that you can use to reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts.

What To Wear

Comfortable, casual clothes depending on the time of year as your clothing will be worn under a driving suit. Wear closed toe shoes, tennis shoes are recommended.

What happens if I wreck the car?

The price includes a $44.99 Drivers fee which covers vehicle liability insurance.

Is passing allowed?

Yes, if you come up on a slower race car, your Personal Racing Instructor will lead you around the slower group. Passing makes the experience more of an authentic racing experience.

Can I choose which racecar I drive?

No, unfortunately the racing school cannot guarantee which exact cars will be at the track on a given date, nor can they promise the specific car a participant will be assigned to for his/her drive. Each participant is assigned to a car with careful consideration, based on individual height and weight.

What is your policy on rain-outs?

If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, your experience provider will contact you and either reschedule you for another available date or issue you a credit that never expires and can be used at any of the nationwide speedways
. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts.

Do I have to know how to drive a stick shift?

Yes, the cars you will be driving have a 4-speed racing transmission.If you need a little help, the professionals at the track will be glad to assist you, as it is really quite easy for everyone to drive a race car.

What is the age requirement?

Participants must have a valid drivers license, and participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must sign a written consent form.

Are there any physical requirements?

Participants must be a minimum of 5'0'' and 100 lbs in order to participate, a maximum of 6'7" and 280 lbs, and must also be in good overall physical condition. Participants will be required to climb through a 15'' x 30'' window, that sits 36'' off the ground (with minimal assistance).

What does the typical day look like?

Following a one-hour pre-drive orientation/training session with the racing school's Crew Chief and professional instructors, you'll drive a real Sprint Cup style stock car on a speedway for a timed session. Total drive-time will depend on the program purchased. For this experience, there is no lead car utilized and and no instructor in the car with you! You will have constant, 2-way communication with a professional racing instructor through a state-of-the-art, in-car racing electronics radio system. Upon completion, you'll receive a full-color, Graduate Certificate with your top speed proudly displayed on it.

Do I need a driver's license?

Yes, driving participants must have a valid (legal and not expired), government-issued driver's license (from any country).

Do I need to bring my own racing gear?

No, the racing school will provide you with racing gear, including a driving suit and helmet. If you have your own gear that you would like to use, you are welcome to bring it for possible use, but it will be subject to inspection and approval for use by the Track Operator. Gear will be available for you at the track, should you not be approved to use your own.

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation all bookings are final. No refunds or exchanges are allowed once you have scheduled a date. If you need to reschedule, you have up until 30 days prior to your reservation to make changes for a $50 administrative fee. Once you are within 30 days of the event, you are then locked in to that date and time and no changes can be made.

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