Results 1 to 8 of 8
  1. #1
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jun 2001
    Posts
    2,822
    Like
    0
    Liked 4 Times in 2 Posts

    Comparing F1 event prices

    I've only just become aware of this company, but their website offers an easy way to compare the prices of the various GPs

    They are an official ticket agency, not one of these rip-off agencies that don't actually have any tickets!

    The prices are not significantly higher than the venues' own prices (comparing, for example, the prices on the Spa GP website)

    https://www.grandprix-tickets.com/

    France looks like amazingly good value and Hungary are offering a special offer in the Red Bull and Silver 2 stands.
    http://photos.spa-networks.co.uk/photos My photos (inc Santa Pod Easter Thunderball, April 2011)

  2. #2
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2004
    Posts
    510
    Like
    0
    Liked 1 Time in 1 Post
    I was just wondering if Bernie pulled the plug on the USGP because the $ is worthless 2-1 pound v. dollar . George's santioning fee would hardly tranlate

  3. #3
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jun 2000
    Location
    Black Country
    Posts
    2,494
    Like
    0
    Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts
    I've used that site before as a travel company that I'd booked to go to Spa with decided to cancel the trip 6 weeks before the event. I found them to be hugely over priced, however that was in 1999 so they could have changed since then.

    Its much cheaper getting tickets direct from a circuit. I just checked tickets for the Spanish GP and couldhave got top price tickets at the first corner for £100 less direct from the Circuit de Catalunya website. Mind you they were still about £100 more than when I sat there in 2002.
    My phone has an alarm clock! Ner Ner! :p

  4. #4
    Admin
    Join Date
    Apr 2000
    Location
    Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom
    Posts
    38,578
    Like
    78
    Liked 128 Times in 94 Posts
    Just like with any events such as pop concerts or whatever, I would never buy tickets from anyone other than directly from the venue. Anything else you are asking for problems.
    Please 'like' our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/motorsportforums

  5. #5
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2003
    Location
    Kalimanjaro
    Posts
    4,584
    Like
    0
    Liked 1 Time in 1 Post
    I don't mind to buy ticket from unauthorized persons once I see the crowd in front of locket window will be troubling me. They sometimes offer higher price but we can also buy a lower price if we want to negotiate, because they are basically extension of those authorized person.

  6. #6
    Admin
    Join Date
    Apr 2000
    Location
    Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom
    Posts
    38,578
    Like
    78
    Liked 128 Times in 94 Posts
    Quote Originally Posted by leopardsleeping
    I don't mind to buy ticket from unauthorized persons once I see the crowd in front of locket window will be troubling me. They sometimes offer higher price but we can also buy a lower price if we want to negotiate, because they are basically extension of those authorized person.
    Sometimes but not always. Quite often they are just people who have bought the tickets at face value, then sell them on at a markup. Many of them are pretty shady characters.
    Please 'like' our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/motorsportforums

  7. #7
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2004
    Location
    Kent, near Brands Hatch
    Posts
    6,539
    Like
    0
    Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts
    Quote Originally Posted by Mark
    Just like with any events such as pop concerts or whatever, I would never buy tickets from anyone other than directly from the venue. Anything else you are asking for problems.
    Only ever been to see one band live. Got the VIP tickets from I love All Access.

    Front row seats, meal, unlimited free drinks, branded goodies, and chance to win (via free raffle) signed goodies from the band, and hassle free entrance to the venue.

    Going again this year to the O2.

    Might cost an arm and a leg, but well worth it.....
    Opinions are like ar5eholes, everyone has one.

  8. #8
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2003
    Location
    Kalimanjaro
    Posts
    4,584
    Like
    0
    Liked 1 Time in 1 Post
    Quote Originally Posted by Mark
    Sometimes but not always. Quite often they are just people who have bought the tickets at face value, then sell them on at a markup. Many of them are pretty shady characters.
    Yeah mostly of them are shady, avoid dealing with them if you can't get used to.

    They might not buy the tickets, they could only deposit some money for the ticket and it's returnable if unsold.

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •