BMW M5 Track Experience
Exploit the Latest in M Hybrid Technology
With a combined 717 horsepower on tap, our latest M5 Sedan and M5 Touring are like no other. This Driving Experience will take you through the car’s various drive modes during six laps of thrills, from a warm-up using pure electric power to a combination of electric and conventional V-8 thrust with full throttle. It’s unlike anything you’ve experienced on track before.
HARNESS THE M5’S POWER WITH PRO DRIVERS.
Pro Driving Instruction
Our professional driving instructors have years of racing experience and are with you every step of the way, offering feedback and encouragement via radio. They’ll always perform the initial exercises with you, demonstrating everything from proper seating positions to the best way through a corner.
Reach Your Own Limits
We practice challenge by choice, so you’re always at a level of performance that you feel comfortable with. Our instructors provide instant feedback and positive reinforcement while encouraging each driver to have a little fun. Okay, maybe more than a little.
A LITTLE PHYSICS, A LOT OF FUN
Your day begins in the classroom, where our instructors will go over the basics of your experience. Everything from the proper seating position to how far ahead you need to look will be covered.
SKILLS AS ONLY WE CAN TEACH THEM
Our closed course is the perfect place to understand what happens when you lose you control of a car and how far down the road you need to look. These are skills that you’ll be able to call upon for the rest of your driving life.
YOUR RACE PACE
Our lessons are all about pace – picking up the pace as you feel comfortable and going at your own pace for each driving exercise. It’s not about how fast you go here but how well you can keep it all under control.
CONE THRONE
Our fun obstacle courses include cones and slick surfaces, giving students a first-hand look at what happens when a car suddenly stops doing what they think it will do.
The M5, Unleashed.
Electric Power
Start off your session with the M5 in HYBRID mode. You’ll feel the rush of electric torque off the line, then experience the full power of the entire 717-horsepower hybrid system.
Full Roar
Ignite the M5’s powerful TwinPower Turbo V-8 and bring it to bear on our Thermal Club track. Build speed quickly, and let the bite of high-performance carbon ceramic brakes keep you in line.
Six Laps of Thrills
Maintain six laps of pace behind an instructor’s car as they slowly build speed and challenge your skillset. The M5’s M xDrive will ensure your grip on the track’s surface is maintained.
BMW M5 Track Experience
$400
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Up to one hour.
Two people per car.
Includes six laps in the M5 using multiple drivetrain configurations.
Upcoming BMW M5 Track Experience Events
GIVE THEM THE GIFT OF EXCITEMENT
Give someone a driving gift they’ll never forget. Good toward any class, each BMW gift card is delivered electronically, so it’s also perfect for last-minute gift giving.
SWEET SPEED DREAMS
Sun. Fun. California has it all, and our track is located in an exclusive, world-class facility that will make you feel like a star the moment you arrive.
THE THERMAL CLUB
Set against the backdrop of a beautiful mountain range, The Thermal Club is an exclusive racetrack location that offers three unique layouts, plus our own challenge course to encourage maximum thrills.
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HOTELS, DINING AND MORE
Downtown Palm Springs is just 35 miles from the Thermal Club, and it’s filled with luxurious hotel and dining options. You can also get a discount for your stay if you book with a lodging partner.
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Is the M5 Track Experience available in South Carolina as well?
No. We currently offer it at our Thermal, California, location only.
Am I able to use a gift card for this BMW event?
Yes. We accept gift cards for booking the M5 Track Experience.
How old do you need to be to participate?
You must be at least 18 with a valid driver’s license on the day you arrive.
Can I film myself while driving?
We allow the use of GoPros to be set up if time permits.
Can I book this experience as part of a Group Event?
Please visit our Group Events page for more information.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations for a full refund must be made within 60 days of your payment date. Cancellations made after the 60 days of payment will receive a credit to use toward another date or event. There will be no rescheduling if the cancellation is made within 14 days of your school or event.
Can I book a BMW Driving Experience the same day?
Yes. You can book up until the program start time online via book now or call 888-345-4269 for more information before heading to the track to see what’s available.
