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4 Ways To Get Your Hands Behind The Wheel Of A Supercar

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4 Ways To Get Your Hands Behind The Wheel Of A Supercar

TGR Staff – 09/01/2022

Do you love your cars? If so, then you might long for the day when you get to put your hands on the wheel of a supercar. Supercars are magnificent beasts that can reach blistering feeds and provide ultra-smooth handling. They are perfect for petrolheads and gear junkies. The question is how can you get your hands on one? Here are some of the key options to consider. 

4 Ways To Get Your Hands Behind The Wheel Of A Supercar


Buy it Outright 

First, if you have some cash to burn or you have recently inherited money, then you might want to think about buying a car like this outright. That’s an option that’s worth considering as long as this is going to be your second car. You never want to buy a supercar as your first vehicle. They aren’t practical and you’ll be stopping for gas every ten minutes. That said, there’s nothing quite like the bragging rights of having one of these on your driveway. Although, you might be surprised at how little you drive it. Particularly, once you figure out that you can’t push it to the limits on public roads. This is why another option might be more favorable 


Lease It 

Another option if you are unable to buy one outright is to lease one. Similar to how you can lease other cars, you can do the same with a supercar. You will need a slightly larger deposit to put down but everything else works the same way. You will pay a monthly fee for the super luxurious car you are enjoying. Everyone will be in awe of your new amazing car that you are driving up and down the streets. 


4 Ways To Get Your Hands Behind The Wheel Of A Supercar


Head To A Test Track 

You could consider skipping a purchase or a lease completely and instead head to a test track. At a test track, you’ll be able to spend a blissful hour racing around in some truly incredible vehicles. There are multiple packages like this available so it’s just a matter of finding the right option for your hot laps. Do note that this can also be a great present for someone who loves their engines and fast cars. Particularly, if they have a need for speed and can’t quite reach their full potential when they are driving their car on normal roads. Packages like this also come with mementos and photo opportunities so you’ll always remember the experience. 



Second Hand 

Finally, you might want to think about purchasing a supercar secondhand. They do pop up on the market every so often for prices that people can afford. You just need to make sure that you are taking it for a spin to ensure that it’s in working order. Alternatively, you could think about taking an expert with you to get it checked out thoroughly and ensure that there aren’t any issues that could cause you hassle further down the road. 

It’s clear then that there are a few choices you can explore if you can drive a supercar in the future. It’s just a matter of figuring out how much money you have in your budget. 

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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