[cncmastr]

I'm signed up for Friday AM in NY. If you see an Interlagos E46 ZCP that's me!

[Alpine300zhp]

Originally Posted by 'Cane

Taking a friend down to Homestead on 6/12.

Didn't you do it last year the weekend before I went?

[BAN_M2C]

Signed up for Saturday Afternoon at Homestead!

Looking to get a feel of the track layout before I bring my own M2 to track there.

[tkhan456]

I'll be at COTA in July. Can't wait! Haven't done a BmW track experience before but have done some HPDE in the last

[Ayrton91]

I can only speak for Homestead. But you can do a full track day in your car for that money (or less). Personally, don't think it is worth it. It used to be promotional, hence free...

[MG 228i]

Will they have run groups based on experience?

I went last year at Thermal and the people that knew how to drive stuck together and it was fun.
The instructor has the lead with 3-4 cars following and if the person behind the instructor (or any car in between) can't keep up then the instructor slows down.

Would be frustrating if all your run groups couldn't drive.

[Ayrton91]

Originally Posted by rconn14

$250 definitely only covers a fraction of the costs, it's expensive to run a track day like this and when it was free people would just sign up on a whim and then not show up. Charging ensures that spots won't go wasted and all of the serious enthusiasts that want to go won't miss out on empty spots

Makes sense, but then why not ask for a CC and have a cancellation policy that enables them to charge the $250 if one does not show up?

Having said that I am sure there will be plenty of people willing to pay for it, so who ever had the idea at BMW of charging for them will get a pad in the back for saving the company some money.

Personally, I think that money is better spent on a track day (yes there might be other costs associated with a track day, but from my experience those are relatively marginal on one day).

[SpacegrayMe90]

I'm booked for Monticello May 18 12:15 pm slot. I was hoping to get the Saturday, but you guys here are quick.

[cayenne444]

Originally Posted by Ayrton91

Having said that I am sure there will be plenty of people willing to pay for it, so who ever had the idea at BMW of charging for them will get a pad in the back for saving the company some money.

There's 12 more program dates and two more tracks for 2017 versus 2016 - the $250 helps make that to happen

[merakulous]

Signed up for Miami on Sunday, June 11th. Can't wait.

['Cane]

Originally Posted by Alpine300zhp

Didn't you do it last year the weekend before I went?

No, it was close to my PCD, so I just did that instead.

[Germanauto]

Don't they realize that people in WA who own BMWs don't live anywhere near Shelton, WA? We are all in the Seattle area.

[edwinm3]

The activities would be ok for anyone who's never been on the track, I did it last year at homestead and unfortunately lots of characters also came out that day : If you're a track rat this is not for you.

[KishMish]

Would afternoon vs morning make any difference? Might go since it would be my first time to Montecello

[edwinm3]

Originally Posted by KishMish

Would afternoon vs morning make any difference? Might go since it would be my first time to Montecello

same program

[PARTS@STBMW]

I'm in! See you at Thermal!

[georgere]

Originally Posted by pheerix

Wow this seems like a much better deal and experience than the $750 M events at the UDE's

I disagree. This is a half day session and pple say the curriculum is not much driving.
I just did the M control clinic day for 750$. Itnis worth it b/c u get lots of driving for that price and lots of training in their M car.
In perspective Skip Barber half day school in mazda/open wheel car is 550$ and You get way less driving there.

[andrewmega]

Originally Posted by Germanauto

Don't they realize that people in WA who own BMWs don't live anywhere near Shelton, WA? We are all in the Seattle area.

The Ridge is a much nicer track than Pacific Raceways and it's only ~90min away.

[Brake_Late]

Originally Posted by SD ///M4

I just got an e-mail from BMW NA announcing M Track Days for 2017. It looks like they're now charging $250, which is in line with the Performance Center "Experience" events which have been offered to groups in the past, including BMW CCA Chapters. The first M Experience event I attended was in September 2015 with my local BMW CCA chapter and cost $199. The second one I attended was in January 2016 and that one cost $209. Our chapter just did another one in January for $220. They're doing it again in January 2018 for $225, so the costs are going up.

The M Track Day I attended last September was at no cost and also included lunch. This is usually after the event if it's a morning event, or before the event if it's an afternoon event, although the e-mail and the website doesn't specifically mention lunch.

Here's the details from the e-mail:

PUSH LIMITS. BREAK RECORDS.

No red lights. No speed limits. This is an unparalleled kind of driving.

At BMW M Track Days, you’ll leave the road behind and live the life of a racecar driver. Sign up for this thrilling event and drive the full M lineup, receive professional instruction and exclusive access to renowned racetracks, and race to complete a timed lap that qualifies you for a nationwide driving competition – all for $250.

Find your track. Win your track.

Monticello Motor Club
Monticello Motor Club | Monticello, NY | May 18 - May 25, 2017

Homestead-Miami Speedway
Homestead-Miami Speedway | Homestead, FL | June 9 - June 16, 2017

Circuit of the Americas
Circuit of the Americas | Austin, TX | July 26 - August 2, 2017

The Ridge Motorsports Park
The Ridge Motorsports Park | Shelton, WA | September 19 - September 26, 2017

The Thermal Club
The Thermal Club | Thermal, CA | September 29 - October 6, 2017

Sign up today

Also in the e-mail the following activities are listed:

• Lead-Follow Track Lapping
• Autocross
• Drag Race / Stop Box
• Instructor Hot Laps

Just signed up

[Bosozoku]

Snapped up a ticket for Thermal in late September yesterday.
Way cheaper than M School at the same venue. ($250 vs. $1550 1-day M or $4000 2-day.)

[Nar]

I'm guessing this is similar to what is offered at BMW Genius trainings? If it is, it is well worth it. Came back from my trip two weeks ago. Although it was complimentary, I would pay $250 to do it once more.

[Brake_Late]

Originally Posted by Bosozoku

Snapped up a ticket for Thermal in late September yesterday.
Way cheaper than M School at the same venue. ($250 vs. $1550 1-day M or $4000 2-day.)

Same thermal wed