[ORIGIN M.]

Originally Posted by M2Nebula

Incredibly so, I usually get the blunt end of the stick.

I personally drive the road up and back to make sure it is clear.

You were lucky, but no doubt your humble attitude worked well for you.

[dvas]

BMW CCA (or, really anyone else) track day = ~ $300

[lax01]

Originally Posted by dvas

BMW CCA (or, really anyone else) track day = ~ $300

yeah, you gotta drive your own car though...not exactly apples to apples...and most aren't providing professional instruction

[pruettfan]

Originally Posted by dvas

BMW CCA (or, really anyone else) track day = ~ $300

I think their is value in not putting your personal car at risk, wear and tear etc as well as the instruction that comes with the BMW schools. I am hesitant to put my 57k M2 on the track with a bunch of strangers, if you buy track insurance, pay for food, gas, wear and tear as well as track fees the M school isn't that far off of a good track day. I watched a video of a guy sitting in his M3 (if I recall correctly) being moved up by a "steward" closer to the track only to be t-boned by a guy who was trying to qualify apparently. Two cars written off and one guy who was a total victim. That video plays over and over again in my head when I think of tracking my car.

[lax01]

Originally Posted by pruettfan

I think their is value in not putting your personal car at risk, wear and tear etc as well as the instruction that comes with the BMW schools. I am hesitant to put my 57k M2 on the track with a bunch of strangers, if you buy track insurance, pay for food, gas, wear and tear as well as track fees the M school isn't that far off of a good track day. I watched a video of a guy sitting in his M3 (if I recall correctly) being moved up by a "steward" closer to the track only to be t-boned by a guy who was trying to qualify apparently. Two cars written off and one guy who was a total victim. That video plays over and over again in my head when I think of tracking my car.

It's pretty easy and I'm guessing BMWCCA events are very safe and well-organized (never done one).

Avoid track day orgs that place emphasis on:
* Lap times
* Speed
* Wheel-to-wheel racing (horrible idea in a street car with a bunch of amateurs)
* Time Attack style

And try to find orgs that place emphasis on:
* Driver's education
* Instruction
* Small run-groups
* Well-defined run-groups by skill level
* Orgs that also check or sign-off on driver skill via trained instructor

Obviously, your risk tolerance will vary but BMWCCA events are generally very safe and have few incidents. As long as you don't drive beyond your skill-level and stay aware when or near the track, I seriously doubt you will have any problems