Formula Car
<The BEND Experience Desc>
Drive 5 Laps
Behind the wheel of a Formula Car
One on One Guidance
From a professional instructor
Safety First
Safety briefing and helmet provided
Experience the thrill of a professional racing driver taking you for three exhilarating laps (twice down the main straight) around the 3.41km West Circuit in our Formula Car!
MINIMUM AGE
Participants must be 14 years or older.
REQUIREMENTS
To ensure your comfort and safety during the experience, the following restrictions apply:
Weight limit: 100 kg
Height limit: 185 cm
WHAT TO WEAR
Full length wrist to ankle clothing and enclosed shoes are mandatory. Helmets, hairnets and HANS devices will be provided.
LOCATION
543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend SA 5260
Free on-site parking is available.
SIGN-ON
Please arrive at the Welcome Centre 15 minutes prior to your experience and sign on at Motorsport Reception. You will be issued a wristband after completing a waiver form.
CAR MUSEUM
Our car museum is located in the Welcome Centre and open to the public.
SCHEDULE
Sessions run hourly and we aim to provide your experience within the hour. The on-track portion lasts approximately 5 minutes.
PERSONAL ITEMS
You may carry belongings in your pockets as long as they are secure. Lockers are available for bags and purses.
GUESTS
Friends and family are welcome to accompany you to the Welcome Centre for sign-on and can watch your experience on Level 1 at the APEX Bar x Dining restaurant or Level 4 from the Skydeck.
ON-SITE RESTAURANT
Wine and dine after your experience at our 4-star on-site restaurant overlooking the track.
Apex Bar x Dining
(08) 8165 5730
Breakfast: Wednesday – Sunday From 7am
Lunch: Wednesday – Sunday From 12pm
Dinner: Friday 6pm – Late, Saturday 5pm – Late
Bar: Tuesday – Sunday 11am – 8.30pm
ON-SITE ACCOMMODATION
Extend your visit with a stay at our renowned on-site accommodation.
Rydges Pit Lane Hotel
(08) 8165 5730
BIG4 The Bend Holiday Park
(08) 8165 5740
EQUIVALENT CAR
In the unlikely event the Formula Car is not available, our Radical Le Mans Car of similar performance will be used.
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What's included in this experience
Across 5 laps on circuit, you’ll take control of a V8 Mustang and progressively build confidence and speed behind the wheel of a true high-performance machine. With one-on-one coaching from a professional instructor, you’ll learn how to push the car harder through every corner and straight while experiencing the raw power of a race-bred V8.
Requirements & Arrival Information
MINIMUM AGE
Participants must be 21 years or older.
REQUIREMENTS
Participants must hold a valid driver's license and be proficient with manual transmission.
WHAT TO WEAR
Full length wrist to ankle clothing and enclosed shoes are mandatory. Helmets and hairnets will be provided.
LOCATION
543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend SA 5260
Free on-site parking is available.
SIGN-ON
Please arrive at the Welcome Centre 15 minutes prior to your experience and sign on at Motorsport Reception. You will be issued a wristband after completing a waiver form.
SCHEDULE
Sessions run hourly and we aim to provide your experience within the hour. The on-track portion lasts approximately 5 minutes.
PERSONAL ITEMS
You may carry belongings in your pockets as long as they are secure. Lockers are available for bags and purses.
GUESTS
Friends and family are welcome to accompany you to the Welcome Centre for sign-on and can watch your experience on Level 1 at the APEX Bar x Dining restaurant or Level 4 from the Skydeck.
