Double header – Maison Blanche & Bugatti circuits. For the first time in a number of years we’ve a double header at Le Mans with a track day on the redeveloped Maison Blanche circuit, now home to the Porsche Experience centre back to back with the Bugatti circuit.
Important: This day is being run in Open Pit Lane format. This means cars must weigh between 800kg & 1800kg.
To be clear all Exige, Evora, Toyota Engine Elise, VX220/Speedsters and most other non Lotus types of cars that we accept such as Porsche will be ok. However, as things stand we cannot accept Caterhams or most Elise S1. If you have are unsure if your car is permitted or you have a different type of car and would like to be considered please email Paul.
During lunch we’ll put all the cars on the legendary grid and then do a slow – photo lap with everyone who wants.
General circuit information: Maison Blanche / Bugatti Circuit
Noise limit: 100db drive by
Static test – A noise meter is placed at a 45 degree angle to the exhaust outlet and 50cm away. The car is then held at 3/4 of its maximum rev limit and the highest reading recorded is the cars recorded noise output for the day. A static limit of 105db is very high and very few cars have an issue with this. At 98db cars with a cat, std factory manifolds and exhausts will generally be ok. Anyone with a very loud exhaust/manifold should be careful.
Drive by – This test is recorded at track side as the car is moving at track speed. Depending on the circuit the reading will be taken between right next to the track and up to 20 meters away. Cars with forced induction tend to have more issues with drive by, even though they tend to pass static tests as the s/c or turbo’s only kick in when run at speed. There are many things that affect drive by readings from wind direction, air temperature, how low the cloud cover is or even what line you are driving.
Experience level: All levels
All levels: Everyone
Beginner: 1st ever track day
Novice: 1-5 track days without a major circuit
Intermediate: 5+ track days including a major circuit
Advanced: Attended a number of open pit lane days at a range of circuits
Important participant & vehicle information: Please read
Clothing must fully cover arms & legs.
Crash helmets must be in good condition and suitable for circuit driving in a car. (Convertible/flip-up helmets are not permitted)
ANY vehicle without a hard top or fixed roof will require occupants to wear full face helmets.
Alcohol must not be consumed, including at lunch time.
2 seater sports cars only – for a full list of accepted vehicles please click here.
All drivers must be 21 – 75 years old (2nd drivers 21 – 70).
Passengers:
LoT club members may have up to 3 passengers free of charge.
Additional passengers or those with non-members will be charged £10 each.
Passengers must be 18-75 years old, no exceptions.
All drivers and passengers please see FAQ for other requirements.
Final instructions will be emailed out 4 days before the event.
Price track days only: £495 / 575€
2nd Driver: £25 / 25€
All additional drivers must:
* register in advance of the day, no additional drivers will be accepted on the day of the event
* sign-on before the main sign-on closes, normally 8.30 for day events and 16.30 for evenings
* attend a briefing before the official sighting laps commence
* participate in the sighting laps
* meet the advertised experience level for the relevant event
* be 21-70 years old, no exceptions
We do not accept 3rd drivers on all events – please check individual booking pages.
All drivers and passengers please see FAQ for other requirements.
Passengers: Free for club members. Non-members £10 each pay on day
All additional drivers must:
* register in advance of the day, no additional drivers will be accepted on the day of the event
* sign-on before the main sign-on closes, normally 8.30 for day events and 16.30 for evenings
* attend a briefing before the official sighting laps commence
* participate in the sighting laps
* meet the advertised experience level for the relevant event
* be 21-70 years old, no exceptions
We do not accept 3rd drivers on all events – please check individual booking pages.
All drivers and passengers please see FAQ for other requirements.
Crash Helmet: Limited availability for members –
info hereHotel option: reopened 22/7 – must close 7/8
2 nights: Thursday – Saturday, 725€ until 7/8 then option closes
» Includes both track days plus 2 nights accommodation – Thursday & Friday nights – Rooms are room only (Twin or Double for 1 or 2 persons).
3 nights: Thursday – Sunday, 785€ until 7/8 then option closes
» Includes both track days plus 3 nights accommodation – Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights – Rooms are room only (Twin or Double for 1 or 2 persons).
PLEASE READ OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS, BY SIGNING UP FOR THIS EVENT YOU AGREE TO ACCEPT THEM.
Credits will not be accepted on package events or where they were issued outside of LoT T&C’s.