What Should I Buy? - HPDE & Track Day Cars (2024 Edition)

As we head into a new season of Track Day driving we’re faced with drastic changes in the sports car and passenger vehicle world, we decided to jump back to the What Should I Buy? that started it all… Track Cars!

We’re here to answer that very question with our esteemed panel to settle another What Should I Buy? debate. This time, we’ve reached back into the Break/Fix catalog of Track Day and HPDE experts for their advice on what cars you should consider learning to drive at the limit. Joining us tonight are Mike Arrigo from Hooked On Driving, Nabil Abushar from Just Track It, Chris Cobetto from NASA & Hyperfest fame, Jason Kennedy is joined by his Chief Instructor Rick Hoback from AutoInterests with co-host Andy Lee currently driving for Flying Lizard Motorsports in SRO and Lamborghini Super Trofeo, and is also a former, long-time, instructor at the Bondurant Racing School.  

Like all What Should I Buy (WSIB) episodes… we have some shopping criteria. Price, Performance and putting a smile on your face weekend after weekend are a priority. Our panel of extraordinary petrol-head panelists are challenged to find our “first time track day participant” something that will make their friends go “You take that on the track?”

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00:00:00 Introduction to the Debate

00:00:46 Meet the Panelists

00:01:09 Shopping Criteria for Track Cars

00:02:25 BMWs for Track Days

00:08:14 The Spec Panther Series

00:12:53 Miata: The Track Day Staple

00:22:58 Front-Wheel Drive vs. Rear-Wheel Drive Debate

00:28:44 The Joy of Mixed Car Racing

00:29:36 Choosing the Right Car for Track Days

00:30:17 New vs. Used: The Debate

00:31:34 Mustang and Camaro: Reliable Track Choices

00:35:30 The Importance of Learning to Drive

00:46:26 The Role of Nannies in Modern Cars

00:56:07 Track Insurance: A Must-Have

00:57:11 The Importance of Track Day Insurance

00:57:45 Instructor Policies and Insurance Changes

00:59:39 Real-Life Insurance Scenarios

01:03:41 The Rise of Electric Vehicles in Motorsports

01:04:42 Challenges and Concerns with EVs on Track

01:11:36 Transitioning from HPDE to Racing

01:12:25 Spec Classes and Car Recommendations

01:16:04 Endurance Racing and Financial Considerations

01:22:28 Shoutouts and Promotions

01:29:56 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts