FAQ

1. When can I use the track?
2. How much does a Membership cost?
3. How many dates a year will be available to Members of The Club at Lime Rock Park?
4. What will the membership fee and dues be used for?
5. What does Club Membership entitle me to?
6. Where is The Club at Lime Rock Park located?
7. What are the hidden pleasures of being a Member?
8. How do I become a Member?
9. After I become a Member, how do I schedule a date to use the track?
10. What are The Club's hours of operation?
11. How many Memberships will be sold?
12. What type of vehicle can I drive on the track?
13. Does my vehicle need a safety inspection and who can do my safety inspection?
14. Will there be a chance to compete in amateur competitions against other Members?
15. I just purchased a performance vehicle and want to improve my driving skills. Will The Club be for professional drivers only or can anyone join?
16. What type of Safety Equipment is required to go on the course?
17. When will Membership Dues be payable?
18. Can I finance my Membership through The Club?
19. Can I have my Company buy The Club Membership?
20. Can I sell my Membership?
21. Can I change my mind and get a refund?
22. Can I lose my Membership?
23. Are there places to stay near Lime Rock Park?
24. Who will I be on the track with?
25. Can my guests drive on the race track?
26. How can I get driving directions to The Club at Lime Rock Park?
27. I would like to submit a question.

Question 1. When can I use the track?

Now! The 60+ date schedule is posted on the calendar page of the website which includes un-muffled Test and Tune dates. Click here to view the calendar.

Question 2. How much does a Membership cost?

We have three types of Memberships, Equity, Full and Associate:

Each Equity and Full Membership carries a one-time fee of $110,000 which includes applicable State of Connecticut Dues Tax of $10,000. The monthly dues for 2009 are $550 which includes the applicable State of Connecticut Dues Tax of $50.

Each Associate Membership carries a one-time fee of $27,500 which includes applicable State of Connecticut Dues Tax of $2,500. The monthly dues for 2009 are $275 which includes the applicable State of Connecticut Dues Tax of $25.

Question 3. How many dates a year will be available to Members of The Club at Lime Rock Park?

The Club will have 60+ dates of track usage of which each Equity and Full Member can select 60 dates and each Associate Member can select 10 dates.

Question 4. What will the membership fee and dues be used for?

The membership fee and dues will, among other things, be used to continue to fund significant track improvements, for on-track coaching, a Clubhouse, catering for all Lime Rock Park on-site events, race-event tickets, interactive website, corner workers, EMS personnel and The Club staff and general expenses.

Question 5. What does Club Membership entitle me to?

Please see the Member Benefits page of our Website.

Question 6. Where is The Club at Lime Rock Park located?

The Club at Lime Rock Park is located at one of the most historic tracks in the United States, Lime Rock Park, in Lakeville, Connecticut. Amid the splendor of the Litchfield Hills, less than two hours from Manhattan by car; less than 30 minutes, by helicopter to our local airport.

Question 7. What are the hidden pleasures of being a Member?

Off-site Social Gatherings and interesting car related experiences, personalized tours and meetings at the professional race events at Lime Rock Park, new friendships...

Question 8. How do I become a Member?

Schedule a Personal Consultation to determine which is right for you.

Question 9. After I become a Member, how do I schedule a date to use the track?

Each Member will be able to secure track dates by calling The Club at Lime Rock Park or by using the Members Only section of the website.

Question 10. What are The Club's hours of operation?

The track is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Question 11. How many Memberships will be sold?

Only 300.

Question 12. What type of vehicle can I drive on the track?

Any automobile (except SUV's, trucks, or vans) can be driven as long as it passes a safety inspection and complies with the applicable noise regulations. Most of our Members will be driving street legal cars from manufacturers such as: BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, Lotus, Ford, Chevrolet, Mazda, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Shelby, Audi, and even Mini. Vintage cars and race cars are also welcome. Open cars must have suitable roll bars. There are always Club supplied track day vehicles available, for those members that don't wish to use their own street car on the track.

Question 13. Does my vehicle need a safety inspection and who can do my safety inspection?

Yes, and any reputable dealership or an independent, certified mechanic can do the safety inspection. The Club will provide you with a technical inspection form. It needs to be filled out and turned in before automobiles can be driven on the track. Inspections are also required at regular intervals to insure safety.

Question 14. Will there be a chance to compete in amateur competitions against other Members?

Yes, The Club may host competitive timed events for Members from time to time.

Question 15. I just purchased a performance vehicle and want to improve my driving skills. Will The Club be for professional drivers only or can anyone join?

The Club at Lime Rock Park is designed for Members of all levels of driving skills. The concept is to bring together individuals with the like-minded interest of enjoying their automobiles in the safe and controlled environment that a closed racetrack facility can provide. All Members and guests will have their driving skills assessed by a professional driving coach to determine if they will be signed off to go on track immediately or will work with you to get you comfortable, safe and track-ready.

Question 16. What type of Safety Equipment is required to go on the course?

All participants must present a valid driver's license and be 18 years or older, wear helmets with a current Snell certification, and all automobiles must receive a safety inspection. The use of convertibles on the course is prohibited unless they are equipped with a suitable Roll Bar inspected and approved by the Pit Lane Manager or Lime Rock Park Operations Manager. Some OEM equipment is not suitable for high-speed track use, but may be allowable for normal practice sessions. Roll Bar suitability will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the staff of Lime Rock Park or The Club at Lime Rock Park to insure the safety of all drivers on the course. As a minimum, the roll bar should be above the driver.s helmet when seated in the car.

Question 17. When will Membership Dues be payable?

New Member dues will be prorated. For example, if a new Member joins 1 September 2009 dues will be payable for the months of September through December. Then starting in 2010 a full years dues would be payable.

Question 18. Can I finance my Membership through The Club?

No.

Question 19. Can I have my Company buy The Club Membership?

Yes, but The Club Membership must be in the name of an individual. Please go to the Schedule a Personal Consultation page to ask a representative to give you the details.

Question 20. Can I sell my Membership?

Yes, Memberships may be resold through The Club, which will have a resale department. Please consult the Membership Agreement and The Club's By-Laws.

Question 21. Can I change my mind and get a refund?

Yes, for thirty days after submission of your completed application.

Question 22. Can I lose my Membership?

Yes, if a Member stops paying dues for more than 180 days Membership privileges will be suspended. The Membership can be reactivated upon payment of a reinstatement charge or The Club will resell your Membership for you if you wish. In the event that a Member demonstrates that he is endangering himself or others then he can be suspended or removed from The Club.

Question 23. Are there places to stay near Lime Rock Park?

Yes, there are a great variety of accomodations close by with significant additions coming in the next two years. Please refer to the Area Amenities for the details of fun, family-oriented activities.

Question 24. Who will I be on the track with?

Only with other Members and their guests — no outsiders. All Members will be evaluated for driving ability and experience prior to being allowed to drive solo on the track.

Question 25. Can my guests drive on the race track?

Yes, if you have an Equity or Full Membership your driver guests will be allowed to participate for $500 per day on a space available basis. An Equity or Full Member is allowed unlimited guests, but any individual guest is limited to two visits annually. Associate Members are not allowed driver guests.

Question 26. How can I get driving directions to The Club at Lime Rock Park?

Please review the Directions page.

Question 27. I would like to submit a question.

The Club at Lime Rock Park will answer your question via email.