As a sim racing enthusiast, I've been tracking Fanatec's annual Black Friday sales like a pit crew monitoring lap times. This year's event is nothing short of spectacular, running through November 28 with jaw-dropping discounts on premium gear. The German sim racing giant has strategically staggered releases since November 17, unveiling new deals daily until the 24th. From podium-grade wheel bases to limited-edition Formula wheels, the discounts hitting up to 47% make this the perfect storm for upgrading your rig. With some items already selling faster than a Formula 1 pit stop, the FOMO is real among our racing community.

The Bundle Bonanza

Two heavyweight bundles anchor this year's sale, both offering complete plug-and-play solutions:

• Podium Racing Wheel BMW GT2 V2 Bundle (31% off)

Includes the iconic ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW and Podium Wheel Base DD1 – a beastly combo that mimics real-world GT car feedback. Pre-orders only, shipping November 30.

• Podium Racing Wheel RS Bundle (31% off)

Features the versatile ClubSport Steering Wheel RS and DD1 base with QR2 BS M connector – perfect for endurance racing enthusiasts craving precision.

Formula Fever: Limited Edition Wheels

For us open-wheel fanatics, November 20 brought the crown jewels:

These beauties sold quicker than hotcakes at a racer's breakfast – proof that limited edition gear still drives collectors wild.

Pedals & Shifters: Building Your Dream Rig

Fanatec didn't forget about the fundamentals:

• November 18: CSL Elite Pedals V2 (33% off) – The gateway drug to load cell braking

• November 19: ClubSport Shifter SQ Bundle (43% off) – Complete with USB adapter for that satisfying u201cclunk-thunku201d gear engagement

• ClubSport Pedals V3 + BPK + DK at €299.95 – The holy grail of pressure-sensitive pedals

People Also Ask

• Is Fanatec's DD1 still relevant in 2025?

Heck yeah! With 31% off, this 20Nm torque monster remains competitive against newer bases. Our community swears by its industrial-grade durability.

• Are limited edition wheels worth the premium?

Depends if you're a collector or pure racer. The LE23's carbon fiber construction and exclusive badging make it shelf candy, but the magnetic shifters are legit performance upgrades.

• How's the resale value on Black Friday gear?

Historically, Fanatec gear holds value better than most consumer electronics – we've seen used DD2s sell at 80% of original price two years later!

The Daily Deal Breakdown

Hereu2019s what dropped when:

November 17:

u2696ufe0f Podium DD2 (47% off!) 

u2696ufe0f BMW GT2 V2 Bundle (31% off)

u2696ufe0f Podium RS Bundle (31% off)

November 18:

u23e3 CSL Elite Pedals V2 (33% off)

November 19:

u23e3 ClubSport Shifter Bundle (43% off)

November 20:

ud83cudfc1 Formula V2.5 LE23 wheels

ud83cudfc1 ClubSport Pedals V3 bundle

Final Lap Thoughts

As we approach the checkered flag on this sale, it's wild to reflect on how far sim gear has come since Fanatec's first Black Friday event. The real head-scratcher? With direct drive tech now accessible at mid-tier prices and VR haptics advancing at lightspeed, will u201cbudgetu201d rigs soon deliver experiences indistinguishable from u20ac10k setups? And as esports regulations tighten, could these limited-run peripherals become regulated competition gear? One thing's certain u2013 the virtual racing revolution is shifting gears faster than ever, and deals like this put us ordinary gamers in the driver's seat of that evolution. What a time to be alive, petrolheads!