--- title: "Money No Object, Which Race Track Would You Rent for a Day?" date: "2025-01-09" modified: "2025-01-09" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/money-no-object-which-race-track-would-you-rent-for-a-day" categories: - "Culture" - "News" - "QOTD" --- # Money No Object, Which Race Track Would You Rent for a Day? ![]() *\Bugatti\* Maybe I'm in the minority, here, but I like seeing billionaires using their virtually unlimited funds to do silly, fun, harmless stuff. It's a refreshing change from them buying elections and hoarding natural resources, amirite? One [Bugatti Bolide ]()owner [recently]() rented the [Circuit of the Americas]() Formula 1 track as soon as he took delivery of his hypercar. That's the kind of stuff billionaires should be doing for fun. But it also got me thinking: Which track would I rent if I had similarly deep pockets? I regretfully admit that I don't have a *ton* of track experience, but I've been to a few. The most famous, impressive track I've ever driven was the [Autodromo di Vallelunga ]()outside of Rome. That was fun, and it's an iconic circuit so it felt special, but it wasn't overly impressive as far as tracks go and wouldn't be the track I rented. I'd have to choose a track I've always dreamed of and there are a few that come to mind, but if I had to choose just one, it'd definitely be Laguna Seca. ![]() **Getty** I know, it's an obvious choice, too, but I'm not looking for cool car guy points. Laguna Seca was *the* track for me as a kid playing *Gran Turismo 3*, dreaming of a blue [Dodge Viper ]()with a single white stripe down the center. A few years back I was fortunate enough to go to Laguna for the Monterey Motorsports Reunion, during Monterey Car Week, which was a treat for my inner 12-year-old. For those who've never been, there's a cool viewing area at the top of the hill next to the iconic Corkscrew. Sitting up there, enjoying a beer from the little bar they had set up, I couldn't help but be jealous of every driver twisting their way down. So if funds weren't an issue, and I could rent any track in the world for a day, I'd spend 24 hours mastering the Corkscrew. I'd also have them swap the signs back to "Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca" because it's the only name I recognize. However, I'm intentionally not completing my childhood dream and bringing a first-gen Viper, as I'd like to survive the day. Instead, I'd bring another car I coveted from the era, one that's likely more fun anyway: A [Ferrari 360 Modena]() with a gated six-speed manual. Others in the office chimed in and said Spa-Francorchamps, Ascari Resort, Road America, and Suzuka. All good choices, but I'll stick with Laguna. What about you? *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()