“Absolutely awesome fun, highly recommend having a go, the staff, JC the funny policeman was brilliant Jojo my instructor was amazing, patience of a saint
And very informative, I can also recommend a hot lap in a drift taxi aswell, again Jojo took me and my partner out which was absolutely amazing, the lady knows her stuff, I would ask for her if your thinking of doing it, thanks again all, grinning from ear to ear all day”
“The staff there were absolutely amazing, Nick was taking us round the track explaining where to brake and where to accelerate. Overall extremely helpful and fun. Really good day out!”
“Last year I purchased for my son’s birthday a F1000 Single Seater Thrill - 12 Laps session through Track Days. He waited 8 months before booking a session that was run by Drift Limits at Bovington, near Watford. We arrived at 11:15am on 22.08.24 for a 12:30 start. When we booked in we were informed that the briefing would start at 12:45. So late start. We waited patiently until the briefing started listened and made important notes where necessary. We were offered three levels of insurance and purchased the least expensive one at £27. We also purchased the media package at £19.
We then boarded the bus after the briefing we waited another 25 mins for a driver/instructor to take us to the location of the track which was at the back of the circuit. The instructor gave us another mini briefing on the F1000. It's important to note that the briefing gave various details that were very important. For example. Drivers were asked to get the car up to 4th gear and leave it there for the duration of the laps. We were also informed that the first 4 laps would be bedding in laps and therefore not at full speed. We were informed that if we spun on the track before the car stalled, we should immediately engage the clutch in order to stop the starter motor from potentially burning out. All of this was understood. The last thing our instructor said was that if, as sometimes happens, any of us were in the wrong gear he would as we passed him give us the thumbs up or down to let us know in which direction we should change gear to ensure we were in the correct gear.
He got my son going onto the circuit and then I noticed that, the instructor, instead of jumping in his car and heading out onto the track where he was able to communicate with drivers as he had done with the previous driver, was distracted by one of the mechanics who was looking after the F1 Jordan. During the first lap my son worked his way through the gears to what he thought was 4th gear but feeling that he wasn't in the right gear adjusted. As he was about to start his 2nd lap, he spun. The instructor then raced over to me in his car but was unfortunately not able to get the car started again. He said this was due to the starter motor being broken.
He took my son back to the start point and said that he was in the wrong gear which is why he had spun. I pointed out to him that he’d been distracted with the Jordan and was therefore unable to provide the instruction he advised that he would re: being in the correct gear. He then said that he would let the next driver complete his laps and if he was able he would let my son finish his session. The driver completed his laps and then our instructor started wheeling the car back. Then he came back to the bus and informed us that he wouldn't be able to let him finish the session and that we would need to pay for the starter motor. We went back to the office and spoke with the manager, Lilly who informed us that although it wasn't mentioned that drivers would have to pay for the starter motor in the briefing, it was part of the agreement that you sign before driving. She also informed us that the insurance wouldn't be of any use because the insurance didn't kick in for the amount we were being asked to pay, £168. I think these are things that should be covered in the briefing. Most drivers will likely drive and have no issues but if you simply spin the car, easy to do in a single seater, you’ll be liable for replacing it and labour costs to install it.
Of course this was hugely disappointing. Not only was he unable to complete more than one lap but the steps we took to give us some security i.e. purchasing insurance was useless. Lilly, the Drift Limits manager had all the answers in the book. She refused to accept responsibility for her instructor becoming distracted and therefore not being able to give a thumbs up or down in case he was in the wrong gear as he said he would. My son is honest and accepted his responsibility in terms of spinning the car but I do believe if the instructor was where he was supposed to be and providing the instruction he advised us he would be giving, it's unlikely he would’ve spun. First time in a single seater and being confused about which gear you might be in is I think understandable. She also refused to review his on car footage to ensure he wasn't driving recklessly.
We may well use Track Days again but…. And I hesitate use the word scam to describe our experience but to be honest that's what it felt like. To wait three-quarters of a year for a single-seater experience and then get one lap and then have to pay more money than you did for the experience itself and burn half a day doing it was a really very disappointing experience. I’m old enough to know when games are being played.
We will not be using Drift Limits again and I would caution all drivers to read all of the small print before agreeing and signing.”
“Had 8 laps in the Lamborghini on Wednesday with JC and it was amazing. Such a good set up and JC's instruction was superb. Would recommend without hesitation and looking forward to coming back”
“Whilst attending the Great British Motor Show this year my son and I decided to try out the drift experience on display there. We had a driver called JC who managed to put a massive smile on both mine and my son's face. Although the track was incredibly small he still managed to make it really fun, I'm hoping the track will be bigger next year”
“Terrible day from the start, I've never been to a place like it, issues with cars (which understandably happens sometimes) but it was one after another. Was not informed in advance, was informed by email an hour after I was booked in. Was not even told when we first got to the reception desk to sign in, even though they knew at that point. The briefing was a joke, we booked a time slot for our experience but yet 1hr 30mins later was still not in a car, that's how long the briefing took. We've been to other venues which briefing took 10 mins then your having fun in your car. This place my goodness, we walked out after 2 hours of waiting who knows how long we would have had to wait to actually drive a car. This experience day should not be called a driving experience it should be called the waiting around experience. Cars were ready but yet none were going out, everyone was waiting around. So glad we walked away. Never in a million years would I ever return to this venue again. Absolute circus they don't have a clue how to run things. Plus the place looked like it was a scrap yard discusting.”
“My instructor was Jojo
I've just done the drifting experience in a BMW 3 Litre diesel . The car had been modified for track use , EGR valve bypass , DPF delete , a re-map and a welded diff . The welded diff enables the car to slide more controllably .
My instructor ( Jojo ) took me on a hot lap just to show me how it's done where she proceeded to drive at two speeds , flat out , and slightly faster than flat out ! .
The drifting track is a concrete surface that is kept wet with a water bowser this makes it fairly easy to break traction with the rear wheels and learn the art of drifting . The combination of a talented and charming instructor and a car that just wanted to deliver made for a exhilarating experience that I would definitely do again .”
“Very good experience today, first time driving a supercar and the instructor Sam couldn’t have made it any easier for me. Very calm and respectful and loves a fast drive. Heard there is no better driver there and he showed us why when he took us on a fast lap. Would recommend!!”
“Brilliant day out .my instructor (will) gave good clear instructions/advise in the supra an skyline ..then got me in a mx5 shredding some tyres . Brilliant instructor . Be back again soon”
“I received an experience here as a gift for my birthday and was fortunate enough to have Amrut as my instructor.
It’s difficult to put into words but the whole experience was incredible, Amrut is an amazing instructor who articulates what he wants to say perfectly, from the basic principles and techniques to the more intricate workings of the specific car you’re driving. I could tell he genuinely wanted me to enjoy my time which I really appreciated and make my birthday that much better. He was able to maintain this level of composure and professionalism all whilst keeping our safety as top priority
I was a bit disappointed when I was told I wouldn’t be the one choosing what I’d drive. Despite this, Amrut chose almost exactly what I would have.
The only reason this review is not a 5 is because the car selection for the experience I had on their website we had was not advertised or communicated properly (I guess this is why it’s advertised as a “secret” but stil). Despite this, I couldn’t stop smiling the entire time I was in the drivers seat.
Overall, huge thank you to Amrut!
DriftLimits will definitely be seeing me again!”
“Paid £200 for an experience in a F1000 car. Bought this for my son’s 30th birthday so he’s an experienced driver. Spun the car in the first 4 laps so the experience was cancelled.
He asked if he could drive a different car but they said no as the rules are if you spin off then the experience gets cancelled!
The car is very powerful and not enough training or advise is given.
Very disappointed. I would not recommend!”
“Keith was my instructor.
What a man he was telling me exactly how to handle the track and get the best out of each car I drove. At the end he took my partner out for a hot lap in the R8 and she loved
It !
Big thanks to Keith”
“Amazing experience.. felt like a kid and couldn’t stop smiling lol…. Nick was an amazing instructor and allowed me to enjoy the ride .. will definitely come back”
