6th Gear Experience Arvostelua 

Has an amazing experience with my dad on the weekend at stafford. Loved driving some amazing cars and all of the staff were really friendly, especially Owen who really helped make the day (it was a gift for my dad's 60th). Have already recommended it to many and will continue to do so.

Shocking was sold a 6mile track with 3 laps in 3 different cars they timed my laps around the tiny track longest lap was 12 seconds so all together I was driving for less than two minutes!! Shocking waste of money!!

Honestly don’t understand what the negative reviews are all about. You get exactly what you pay for, great day out. Yes they upsell insurance but they don’t force you to take it. There is no pressure selling. Instructors are pleasant. Excellent value for money and i will be booking again for sure!!

Christmas present for our son, had to pay £25 on the day for ‘insurance’ was sent to the wrong place, waited and waited, eventually hubby found where we needed to be then we waited and waited. Eventually it was his turn, when he came back he was absolutely distraught, the ‘instructor’ had grabbed hold of the steering wheel and said to him ‘do you want to die’ my son wanted to get out after the 3 lap but the instructor wouldn’t let him, he said no!! We left straight away as my son was so upset, he didn’t want me to say anything. I have complained and was told I have spoken to my staff and they said this didn’t happen and I believe them. Even when complaining the attitude is appalling! Please do NOT use this company!

Booked a junior super car experience for my 15 year old sons birthday, very very disappointed, won’t be recommending for many reasons.
First my son accessed the website to explore the venues, we located that 3 sisters was our nearest venue. But as we were in lockdown we waited to officially book as we had no idea how life was going to pan out.
When we went to book we were unable to use the codes provided so had to ring for assistance. The office was closed so left name and number as message suggested. No return call! Had to ring again, in a que, number 8 ! eventually spoke to some one, who clearly stated there was a problem with the website and booked our experience in a Ferrari. As you can imagine very excited teenager!
Oh but phone bill came in 68p to leave a message! £18.10 !! To speak! Omg! Totally out of order! So I emailed the company for a reimbursement, there website that’s not working, have I had a reply? No!!
Turned up to event to find you have to pay an additional £25 for insurance! £25 is a lot of money to me! Then as he was entitled to a passenger track drive, she pointed to a list of all the cars available, that was an extra £15 to choose a particular car or free if you wanted pot luck! My son said he’d be happy in any of these amazing super cars so I didn’t pay. What did he get? A Ford Focus !!
He got less than 5 minutes in the Ferrari, driving round a very small concrete enclosure, and one track run in a focus ! In total that cost me over £100! A total rip off!
We also had rushed to get there for 2.00pm as his experience was 2.30pm, he didn’t get to drive until after 3.30pm!
Oh and finally they take official photos which again are extortion in price! I couldn’t afford to buy one.
Was supposed to be such a special experience for my sons birthday but it’s just left a sour taste in my mouth!
I’m disgusted that a company would take such advantage of people with all these additional costs especially after what we are all going through and have been through!
I won’t recommend to anyone! Money grabbing experience!

6th Gear really need sort themselves out. I went for a 3 car driving experience and you really are thrown in at the deep end. What’s the point getting behind the wheel of a Porsche 997 Turbo for the very first time and on a track you have never driven, only to be told “I’ll tell you what to do as we go”??

Basically you get three laps and you lose the first and part of the second just working out what the hell is going on. My first instructor just kept telling me what to do in such a way I couldn’t understand what to do with the car or how to drive it – all too rushed and no ‘learning’.
I first thought it might be me, but in my second car it was a totally different experience. Charlotte Birch (I later found out she is a racing driver) was totally different. Very clear precise instructions just at the right times around the various parts of the circuit - enabling you to ‘drive’ the car and enjoy the power & thrill properly.
My third car was also great, yes I was obviously more used to the circuit by now but the instructor (didn’t catch his name) was also very clear and helpful in pushing me to drive the car to get the most out of the experience.

The actual driving time is very limited – 3 laps done in less than 5 mins. Yes, you can pay to do a an ‘out lap’ to at least see the circuit first – I think they charge £10 for that but to be honest, the way they checked you in i.e. register your arrival, they are so fast at ‘processing’ you, you really don’t know what’s going on.
The companies doing these things at other tracks might do exactly the same thing, but for me, it is a lot of money to pay for a very short thrill.

A simple thing would be to have a constant video loop showing you a drive around the circuit. At least that way you get some idea of what to do and expect whilst you waiting your turn, and don’t lose your laps just learning where to go.
Won’t be rushing to go back!!

Had my double supercar experience at castle combe circuit.I had the lamborghini first in the morning. Unfortunately the heavens opened and the track was a wash.I was unable to push the car in those conditions so it was like a Sunday drive with my mother in law in the car.I enjoyed the lambo experience but it was spoiled by the instructor who didn't get into conversation with me.Had he done so ,I could have told him that I was used to paddle shifts and didn't need to be told when to change gear as I own a 5 litre Jaguar xk.He complained when I changed gear without his direction.
The Ferrari was a different experience altogether. Absolutely enjoyed every minute.Dry conditions and the instructor entered into pleasant conversation .I was able to push the car hard and even drift it out of corners with only a little input from the instructor.All in all I did enjoy the day just being around so many supercars was great.Thanks 6th gear.

The name says it all, it was an experience, and a good one.
After reading reviews after booking I was hoping they were wrong, and the were. I visited Blyton Park 31-7-21 and drove 5 super cars
Ferrari F430, thanks James for a brill Start
Nissan GTR- Sorry can’t remember the instructor, but very nice guy encouraged me, got me to push the car, so big thanks.
Ariel Aton with GaWain I think, again very knowledgeable, cool as ice and have a descriptive run.
Lamborghini with Ryan , just a young guy, but again told me where I lost a bit of time and how to try next lap.
Porsche , this was my favourite car and Chris the instructor was an absolute gent, knew the cars actions and pitfalls when pushed, but a very cool guy, and again talked all the way around, giving me the best line to chose, and where could be faster.
Thanks to everyone, it was for a special treat, and it was well worth the money and time.
Also there and older guy with white hair that takes you on a fast lap, don’t let the appearance fool you, he’s an ex rally driver and he was like YODA behind the wheel of the Focus RS, the guy can drive, big thanks to everyone.
Would have given 5 star, but slight lack of Covid proceedured, even though we are pout of strict control, i would have like to see more wiping down of wheels etc.
You get 2 laps, its not a track day, its an experience, it may be pricey, but i enjoyed it.
Cheers
Andrew

Paid for the experience for my daughter’s 14th birthday. Also paid for the video footage and also the films, they failed to check the USB stick after paying the money for the footage photographs are unavailable on the video footage was unavailable and basically told is in their terms and conditions that this can happen.

Do not purchase a complete shambles and disappointment for my Childs birthday

Had a great time at Castle Coombe doing the 5 supercar experience, highly recommended, yes they try to upsell everything but I was upgraded to the Lamborghini Superleggera from the standard model at no cost.
Castle Coombe is a proper race circuit and they let you drive as fast as you wish, didn't rate the Atom but the Lambo and GTR were pretty awesome, I was doing the experience along with my 2 eldest sons and they thoroughly enjoyed it too.
It was well organised and the instructors were great.

Bought a voucher and due to covid had problems rebooking, recieved an email asking to confirm attendance of a date that i have never agreed to, i rang to ask to change date and had to pay extra to move the date, thought the email may have been deleted accidently but nothing in my history or deleted folder - interesting to see other people had same problem.
The day itself was ok - the ferrari coach was awful,just said hi, no feedback or tips. The lambo instructor and the hot lap with Andrew was brilliant. Feel like the service could have been better as the laps go so fast. Probably wouldn't use again due to problems before the day.

Absolute shambles. Please do. It use this company i would reuse an African prince more than these crooks.

What a waste of money. Son had a supercar experience with them, never again. Should of known when i was conned out of £25.00 for the damage waver and £2.00 for a pair of plastic gloves it would be no good. Glad I did not invest in a memory stick of his drive!! Was told it would be round a specially made track! This was basically a car park with 4 cones on! Instructor could just about manage to say hello but after that no conversation at all. Basically had 5 minutes going round in circles. Poor experience.

6th gear took over from Drive Me and we were repeatedly assured that vouchers would be honoured, as driving days were cancelled due to covid. Now when days are opening up and bookings are being taken, our details and vouchers surprisingly cannot be found, so we have lost our money and have 2 disappointed lads! No evidence was given that the vouchers "could not be found"! Customer services do not want to know and looking at other reviews other customers have had the same. 6th gear are only interested in taking money. Hopefully people will read these reviews and choose a different company, I have already put off many friends and family from booking with them. Only left 1 star as had to!

Used these a couple of times. Better companies out there. Very slow calling your name. On a high after you drive and just left frustrated by the time you eventually get called. Radical broke down (understand this can happen) but as I drove and been passenger lap in ariel atom spoke to owner of company and he said to contact office and I could have a refund. Straight up refused when I put my request in. Explained owner authorised it and didn't even get a response. I spent a small fortune with them to. Be the last time il use them. I have to say mind driving instructors were great.

Please I beg you do not use this company they are the worst company ever, they don’t care if someone has died, I emailed them yesterday saying I have had a death in my family and I dont know when I can now attend this and to ask for a refund and they said to me that because it’s less then 72 hours we can’t do anything, u can’t do anything like I’m supposed to let u know weeks in advance that someone is gonna die how rude and insensitive is that. Please save your money and time and do not use this company. I will take this further and go to the papers they won’t get away with this!!

I’ve just had my super car experience at castle Combe. I’ve got to say what a massive disappointment. 6 laps in total for just under £200 is a complete ripoff. I’ve has the enjoyment twice of the single seater at Silverstone. By far a much better experience. The Aston Martin was so old. It shuddered when under breaking. The lambo also old. Best was the r8. I find this absolutely shocking for what u charge. Also the insurance waver for 6 laps £35 just another over charge to add to this huge let down.

DO NOT USE THIS AWFUL "COMPANY". I would not trust this company at all. Customer service is horrendous, they don't reply to emails, there's no way to complain or get a refund for services that can't now be taken. I bought an experience package for my son's Christmas present in November 2019 and had the session booked for early Summer 2020. This was obviously cancelled to to covid but no refund was allowed. They then allowed me change my booking before March 2021 and again, this is not possible due to being high risk and my son not being able to keep a 1m distance from the driver in the car. I have requested a refund again. I was told to expect a response within 30 days which I did not receive and was asked to keep waiting for a response which I received a week later. I have then had to follow up several times since. They have no intention of offering a refund so my son has missed out on his Christmas present from 2019 entirely! I have emailed them back to ask them for specific contact details as I have now passed this issue on to my solicitor but they will not even respond to emails. DO NOT USE THIS AWFUL "COMPANY". How they can treat a customer, let alone a child like this says so much about this "company's" how trustworthy and ethical their operation is.

After quite a few hiccups and no response from the company I did finally reach them. My sons day was booked and he had a fantastic time.

WARNING, CHECK THE COMPANYS HOUSE WEBSITE. They are in administration. Maybe that’s why they are not issuing refunds. Also check out the owner on face book You can find his name on the company’s house website seems to lead a lavish life, maybe that’s where all the money has gone.
The level of customer service from 6th gear is shocking. Complete disregard for there customers. This company bought my business from drive me. My ticket was purchased in 2019, every event I have booked has been cancelled by the organiser. They will not issue a refund. You can no longer comment on their posts on Facebook. Absolute cowboy outfit stay well clear.