Hi,
Myself and a mate have been itching to build an MK Indy / Vortx or similar (not decided on which yet, but im 6ft 2 and 18 stone so from reading the
forums these seem to be recommended).
But, before we start a build Is it likely to work out sharing a car between us, as I don't know how this would work with track days, which would
be our primarily intended use.
Can you take turns in driving the car at a track day or is it one car one driver?
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
CHEERS.
hmm, there was a post like this a few weeks back, but between 4 people. the general thing was, no, it would cause problems (who keeps the car,
who's responsible for what damage, who tows it, what happens if you don't want to do it any more, but your mate does but can't afford
to buy it etc etc)
not adviseable, but might be ok between 2 people
quote:
Originally posted by blakep82
hmm, there was a post like this a few weeks back, but between 4 people. the general thing was, no, it would cause problems (who keeps the car, who's responsible for what damage, who tows it, what happens if you don't want to do it any more, but your mate does but can't afford to buy it etc etc)
not adviseable, but might be ok between 2 people
ah, cool. sounds like you got enough things between you anyway and it works for you
as for track days, never done one, but 2 drivers shouldn't be a problem. i think it depends where you go on how they charge. i think a 2nd driver
is usually less than the first?
All the track days I have looked at you can add an extra driver for a small cost (around £10)
Mmm depends how good friends you are and how much cash each of you have. if one of you seriously damages the car on a track day who pays for the
repair?? etc etc
Could be the end of a friendship IMHO
in my experience, £10 is for a passenger only.
as for 2 drivers sharing the same car, probably best to speak to the organisers direct and see what they come up with.
AFAIK all trackday operators will allow a second driver, albeit for a fee.
You can go out one at a time, or both in the car together.
Most will require both drivers to turn up to the pre-event drivers briefing and for each to do some sighting laps, although these requirements can
vary.
As regards sharing the car and all it's costs, both seen and un-foreseen, I am fortunate enough to share a trackday only car with a good
friend.
We designed and built it together over a three year period. All the highs and the lows.
I have a larger actual financial stake in it but we regard it as shared, fifty-fifty.
Any future costs, including damage, will be looked upon as the same.
Although none of us has a crystal ball I cannot foresee us ever selling it as it has been a labour of love and worth more to us than it's
monetary value.
Aren't we sad.
If you already have a good relationship with your prospective share-ee ( is that a word?) then go ahead.
Trackdays are ace and well worth a little effort. Or a lot!!
Geoff.
Hi
me and my brother share both our cars a dax and a indy both turbo cars,
we use them on track and share the costs which makes it much cheaper,
The companies on track days allow additional driver or passengers in the car,
some charge for additional drivers some a free but only about 20-25 pounds normally,
we work fine together covering half the costs each for the day incl fuel and insurance etc,
you can go out together or you can go on your own, only difference is that the car gets more use as if you ad your own car it woukld get more rest
than 2 of you running if you know what i mean,
do it you wont regret it
sean
MANY THANKS for ALL the above replies.
I think I have heard enough to know that we will "stick to the original plan" and build and use/maintain it between us.
Are we looking in the right direction with the MK Indy / MNR Vortx as we are both "large" blokes (ok im large, my mates just fat - lol).
From reading other threads on here, these two seem to fit the bill best, have I interpreted the info correctly and/or are there any others we should
consider?
Thanks again for the info - appreciated.
CHEERS
[Edited on 19/2/10 by Tipster69]
Sounds like it will work for you guys. I would suggest you decide in writing what happens if one or both of you want to sell it and repairs and such just incase.
If your size & height is thought to be a problem then there is always the Luego Viento. I'm 6'4" and about 20st. I have no problem in the Viento. Mind you my wife tends to look a bit lost in the passenger seat.
Sharing cars - between the right people is a fine idea.
I've done it a few times with my brother.
On a bigger spending level altogether, top level hillclimbing probably wouldn't exist if we didn't have double driving as a whole load of
the big single seaters have traditionally been double driven.
I know it's not the same as trackdays, but the principle is the same. Two like minded people getting together and splitting the costs.
quote:
Originally posted by morcus
Sounds like it will work for you guys. I would suggest you decide in writing what happens if one or both of you want to sell it and repairs and such just incase.
It will be fine having a shared car...
TD organisers almost always allow a second driver.
The price for doing so ranges from:
£Free! to £35 (not heard of one dearer yet)
If you are a paid 2nd driver you can be a passenger aswell (often costs around a tenner on it's own)
You will fit absolutely fine into an Indy, Indy R or the MNR...
Do you want the car to be on the road, or just a TD car?
You could save time and money by buying a part-built, this also has the advantage of people selling cars that aren't suitable for IVA without a
lot of work (for eg- a BEC that doesn't have reverse), that would make a perfect joint project.
Cheers,
Steve
Whereabouts in the North West are you?
ps: You may actually fit in a variety of cars, you don't need a seat, you could easily both make a "expanding-foam" seat, that you just
whip out/in to suit the driver. That way, you don't have to both fit in the same size seat, and that seat doesn't have to fit in the
car...
ATB
Hi,
Thanks again for lengthy and informative replies, mucho appreciated.
Steve - I am nr Warrington.
CHEERS
[Edited on 19/2/10 by Tipster69]