Formula 1 simulators have often been a sight to behold, with numerous world-renowned manufacturers joining the fray in recent years amid the sport’s fast-growing popularity. Subsequently, the evolution of such extravagant F1 simulators has been quite stupendous, paving the way for advanced technological improvements and of course, stepping forth towards a far more realistic racing experience.
Over the years, manufacturers like Sparco and Next Level Racing have been busy designing effective yet budget-friendly sim setups comprising a racing seat connected to the steering wheel and pedals. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris among others own similar simulator setups at their homes, although their simulators are almost entirely personalized, adhering to their requirements and comfort.
However, the era of open simulator setups is coming to an end as the aforementioned ‘evolution’ has spurred far more magnanimous simulators covering almost every single detail a real Formula 1 car would possess. One such simulator is the Vesaro Formula V100.
Talk about taking your sim racing seriously 😳
This is the Vesaro Formula V100. It includes triple 65” screens and a full size F1 chassis.
The setup costs $151,000. pic.twitter.com/c1NRbM2MT8
— Vincenzo Landino (@vincenzolandino) July 29, 2023
Vesaro is known for building realistic simulators and has often placed a handful of its marvelous creations in the F1 paddock over numerous Grand Prix events. Indeed, Vesaro was initially hiding in the shadows of its competitors, but, it was the birth of ‘Formula V100’ that absolutely turned the tide for the British manufacturers.
Is Vesaro Formula V100 the most realistic F1 simulator in the world?
Based in Kent, England, Vesaro spawned its first-ever Formula V100 model sometime in the 2010s. As of 2023, there are three different models, with the features varying according to their costs. The least expensive is the Formula V100 Stage 1 which costs approximately $117,000. The next in the hierarchy is Stage 2 which costs around $130,000.
And finally, the best of all is the Formula V100 Stage 3 which is listed at an astonishing price of over $150,000. While all three models feature full-size F1 cars, the cost factor comes into play through sound and video quality. Each model differs in screen size and the integrated audio system installed in and around the car for surround-sound effects.
An extremely exciting build is in the works at Vesaro HQ – our 1:1 scale Formula V100.
This simulator, purchased by private individuals in the Middle-East, is a work-in-progress that is set to be an extraordinary simulator produced at Vesaro HQ.
Incorporating many of our newest… pic.twitter.com/Y1kQJR3bdR
— Vesaro (@vesarosim) July 24, 2023
Stage 3 features three 85-inch LCD screens covering almost 180° of the user. What’s more, all of Vesaro’s V100 models feature seat shakers and dynamic suspensions, subsequently providing the most pragmatic experience. Vesaro also manufactures a more budget-friendly model featuring a half-car rather than a complete replica under the name Formula V50.
This cost of V50 starts from $48,000 and goes up to $60,000. Overall, Vesaro has always targeted the wealthy audience with such mythical simulator creations. Hence, will the massive simulator manufacturers come up with yet another mind-boggling simulator model in the coming years?