Birthday Gifts For The Speed Freak

Looking for the perfect gift for a car racing lover?

There are those for whom ‘more haste, less speed’ is a simply the wrong way round. They like to get do things first, fastest, and possibly with the window down so they can feel the wind in their hair. You’re terrified to get in the car with them, you’re always playing catch-up when you walk down the street together, and their food is gone before you’ve even sat down to dinner, but you still love them for their endless enthusiasm.

For those motorheads and speed freaks, we’ve gathered some of the fastest experiences we have, guaranteed to give them goosebumps and raise their heartrate for the greatest birthday gift they’ve ever had.

(Spoiler: they’re mostly cars.)

Triple Platinum Supercar Blast with Ride and Photo

Starting strong as we mean to go on, this is three of the finest supercars we’ve got at our disposal, available to drive at Real Race Tracks and including a high speed passenger ride and photo too. Far removed from driving at dodgy speeds down country roads, if your chosen giftee pays attention they might even learn how to be a better and faster driver too.

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Triple Platinum Supercar Blast plus High Speed Passenger Ride and Photo

Buckle up for this this Triple Platinum Supercar Blast plus High Speed Passenger Ride and Photo. A supercar experience that’s gone multi-platinum, you’ll have your pick of the world’s top supercars like the iconic Ferrari 458, majestic McLarens, electrifying Lamborghinis and more.

£159.48£189.00

15.62% OFF

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15000ft Ultimate Tandem Skydive

You can’t get much faster than terminal velocity, and as your speed freak’s falling to the ground at around 120mph they may well discover a new-found love for extreme sports. We’ve suggested the ultimate one here as that’s the longest fall you can get in the UK – one mile, straight down – and with a leisurely parachute descent at the end you can allow yourself a chance to catch your spectating breath before they touch down.

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15000ft Ultimate Tandem Skydive

Not all skydives are created equal. With this 15,000ft Ultimate Skydive you’ll be jumping from the highest possible tandem jump altitude in the UK, giving you plenty of time to experience the massive adrenaline rush that comes from reaching terminal velocity.

£328.00

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Ride a Top UK Circuit with The Yamaha Motorcycle Track Experience

One of the most famous motorcycle brands in the world, Yamaha don’t cut corners when it comes to producing powerful bikes. They’ll select one model from the impressive fleet, boasting the likes of the latest Yamaha R6, R1 and NIKEN. With various circuits around the UK on offer, including the world-famous Brands Hatch, they’ll get a real feel for the power of the incredible machine. It’s every motorhead’s dream.

Ariel Atom Thrill

A British marvel and insanely nippy – this car beat the likes of the Lamborghini Huracán, McLaren 12C and the Bugatti Veyron around the Top Gear Test Track, and any true car lover will be clamouring to get behind the wheel. With an open cockpit and a teeny tiny windscreen the wind will be whipping all around the birthday boy or girl, making the feeling of speed even stronger as they go from 0-60 in 2.7s and hurtle around their chosen track.

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Ariel Atom Thrill

Get behind the wheel of an amazing open-top supercar for the drive of your life with this incredible Ariel Atom Thrill.

£99.99

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Break the Barrier, Thames Rocket Speed Boat Ride for Two

We’ve covered land and air, so it’s time water got some love, with space for two so you can join in the excitement. This is one of the fastest experiences you can get out on the open waves of the Thames, with some twists and turns thrown in so you barely have a chance to breathe before the next thrilling manoeuvre comes out. Waterproofs are provided so all you need to focus on is the fun, knowing you've sorted an unforgettable birthday present.

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Break the Barrier, Thames Rockets Speed Boat Ride for Two

Welcome to Break the Barrier, Rockets Speed Boat Ride on the Thames. Exclusively within the “Thames High Speed Zone”, you and a guest will race down the river with an expert skipper firing up the Rocket’s engine with the winner of Visit England’s ‘Family Friendly Attraction of the Year’ for 2017/18.

£93.90

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Summary

Hopefully, you've found a winning birthday gift that'll satisfy their need for speed. If not, don't panic - check out our full range of driving experiences, offering something for every motor enthusiast.