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TA2 Hot Lap

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TA2 Hot Lap

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MUSTANG GT

CHEVROLET CAMARO

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Our most powerful cars that really deliver the grunt! The closest you’ll get to driving a V8 Supercar, these machines are almost identical to the ones racing in the championship and offer the most intense, exhilarating and heart racing driving or passenger experience. Get strapped in and feel the power!

Ultimate Supercar Experience

Starting from 5 Laps
Drive a Mustang GT or Chevrolet Camaro
Up to 200km/h
From
$369
BUY  5 LAPSBUY  COMBO

PRICING

5 x Drive or passenger laps
$369
Combo 5 Drive + 3 Passenger Laps
$539
Add extra laps to your experience
$60/lap

Why us

Book a TA2 Hot Lap experience and get the adrenaline pumping as you blast around the National Circuit in the passenger seat of a genuine V8 Mustang race car! You will enjoy 2 laps of the 2.7km National Circuit! Buy an extra lap if you dare!

PROFESSIONAL DRIVER

2.7KM NATIONAL TRACK

SPEEDS UP TO 200KM/HR

Day of the event

1.  ARRIVAL

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your booked experience then fill out your details on the paperwork on the tables at the front of pitlane.

2.  SHOW ID AND LICENCE

Drivers will need to show their photo ID and voucher/

confirmation email at the desk. Drivers will then be given an armband.

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3.  driver briefing

Your next step will be the drivers’ briefing, at the end of the briefing you’ll receive a stamp.

4.  staging area

Participants will then get ready to head out on track, they’ll head to the staging area in pitlane to get suited.

5.  get on the track

Next, you’ll proceed to the waiting bays and get in line to jump in a car. You’ll be behind the wheel in no time from here.

6.  get certificate

After you are off track your printed certificate will be ready for pick up. You’re welcome to grab a coffee or some food from our onsite café.

get certificate

After you are off track your printed certificate will be ready for pick up. You’re welcome to grab a coffee or some food from our onsite café.

vehicle & track

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Race DETAILS

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EXPERIENCE details

Get the adrenaline pumping by having our professional driver take you for 2 laps of the 2.7km National Circuit in a genuine race car - a V8 TA2 Mustang!

ULTIMATE THRILL

Experience the thrill of speeding around a race track in a genuine American-built V8 race car!

SPEEDS UP TO 200KM/HR

Our V8 TA2 Mustang will reach up to 200km/h with you in the passenger seat!

V8 TA2 Mustang

STARTING FROM
$199
per session

EXPERIENCE details

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per session

Drivers NEED

  • Photo ID.
  • Voucher or booking confirmation.
  • Drivers have to be over the age of 18.
  • Minimum clothing requirement for this event is long sleeve shirt (covering to wrists), long pants (covering to ankle) and enclosed shoes.
  • Balaclava (Can be purchased on the day for $10).

passengers NEED

  • Photo ID.
  • Voucher or booking confirmation.
  • Must be over the age of 7.
  • All passengers under 18-years-old need to have parental permission. Legal guardians must sign the indemnity form and produce their Photo ID and Medicare listing themselves and the child.
  • Minimum clothing requirement for this event is long sleeve shirt (covering to wrists), long pants (covering to ankle) and enclosed shoes.
  • Balaclava (Can be purchased on the day for $10).

Customer reviewS

14 reviews

The instructor I had was incredible, I felt very safe and not worried.

“- Amber”

A great atmosphere was projected.

“- Duncan”

The staff were all friendly and helpful.

“- John”

Very enjoyable experience.

“- Andrew”

This is a brand new experience, reviews are coming soon!

"The Hampton Downs Team"

This is a brand new experience, reviews are coming soon!

"The Hampton Downs Team"

This is a brand new experience, reviews are coming soon!

"The Hampton Downs Team"

This is a brand new experience, reviews are coming soon!

"The Hampton Downs Team"

Further info

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PRICING

5 x Drive or passenger laps
$229
Combo 5 Drive + 3 passenger laps
$333
Add extra laps to your experience
$39/lap

Things you need to know

Safety

  • You must hold a current restricted drivers licence or higher (you must bring your licence with you on the day)
  • Driver must be aged 16 years or over
  • Minimum height: 150cm
  • Maximum height: 195cm
  • Maximum weight: 115kg
  • We have a zero tolerance to alcohol on all self drive experiences
  • Not suitable for pregnant women or those suffering from a heart condition
  • You must have a credit/debit card for a $2,000 security bond, for any damages that are caused through negligent or inappropriate use of the vehicle. All funds will be released after the experience is finished if no damage has been caused to the vehicle
You must hold a current restricted drivers licence or higher (you must bring your licence with you on the day)
Driver must be aged 16 years or over
Minimum height: 150cm
Maximum height: 195cm
Maximum weight: 115kg
We have a zero tolerance to alcohol on all self drive experiences
Not suitable for pregnant women or those suffering from a heart condition
You must have a credit/debit card for a $2,000 security bond, for any damages that are caused through negligent or inappropriate use of the vehicle. All funds will be released after the experience is finished if no damage has been caused to the vehicle

What to wear

  • Closed in shoes
Closed in shoes

What we provide

  • Race suit
  • Helmet and hair net
  • Neck restraint
  • Gloves
  • Race boots
Race suit
Helmet and hair net
Neck restraint
Gloves
Race boots

Safety

  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
Minimum height: 150cm
Maximum height: 187cm
Maximum weight: 115kg
Not suitable for pregnant women or people suffering from a heart condition
Hampton Downs reserves the right to replace the TA2 with a car of a similar specification, without notice, if required, should it encounter any unforeseen mechanical issues with the TA2.

What to wear

  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
Long pants, shirts, and covered shoes

What we provide

  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
Race suit
Helmet and hair net
Neck restraint

CORPORATE BOOKINGS

V8 Race Experience offers corporate bookings for organisations looking for an excellent team bonding outing that their customers, employees, sponsors or friends and family will never forget. To learn more read our brochure below.

6 Laps (Driver or passenger)
$249
9 Laps (Driver or passenger)
$369
6 drive laps + 3 hot laps
$349
9 drive laps + 3 hot laps
$469
3 front seat hot laps
$149
Add 3 back seat hot laps to your package
$99
Download V8 Corporate PDF

FAQS

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Is there a height, weight or age restriction?

Minimum height is 150cm (4 foot, 11 inches), maximum height is 187cm (6 foot, 1 inch), maximum weight is 115kg and there is not age restriction.

Can I bring my own go pro/in car camera?

No, unfortunately we cannot let you take your own camera in the car. This is due to health and safety precautions. We do have the in car footage available for purchase through our team.

What do I wear?

Comfortable clothing and covered shoes – we provide all other safety equipment.

How long is the experience?

We recommend you allow one and a half hours – this will include registration, briefing, gear requirements and time in the car (typically 4-8 minutes).

How long before my experience is my arrival time?

We ask that you arrive 30 minutes before your experience begins. I.e. if you book for 11am, your arrival time will be 10.30am.

Can we drive?

No, this is a passenger only experience.

How many laps is the experience?

2 laps of our national circuit are included. You can add on 1 more lap for $99.

How long after my experience should I book my go karts for?

We recommend booking your go karts for an hour and a half after your experience. I.e. if your experience in a car is at 10am we recommend booking go karts for 11.30am.

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Te Kauwhata, Waikato.
+64 9 280 6504
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