The Sale of the Historic Circuit

Enthusiasts panicked when word got out about the pending sale, as the automotive enthusiast community feared WSIR would suffer the same fate as other iconic tracks in Southern California, such as Irwindale Speedway and Auto Club Speedway—both demolished for real estate and/or residential development.

Yet there was a collective sigh of relief when the new owners—a group led by CrossHarbor Capital Partners in collaboration with Singer Vehicle Design—publicly committed to preserving the historic track and maintaining its accessibility for enthusiasts. Instead of bulldozing the circuit, they would focus on modernization and infrastructure improvements to build a world-class motorsports venue.

“We’re incredibly excited to open the Singer Drivers Club as part of this next chapter, one that brings new energy, investment, and attention to Willow Springs,” said Sam Byrne, co-founder of CrossHarbor Capital Partners. “From the outset, it was essential to us that Willow Springs remains a place for everyone who loves motorsports. While the Singer Drivers Club introduces a new, private layer of hospitality and experience, all three road courses will remain open to the public, honoring Willow Springs’ legacy as a driver-focused circuit, elevating safety, infrastructure, and overall quality for the community.”

The collaboration with Singer Vehicle Design, a company famed for meticulous restoration and "reimagining" of classic, air-cooled Porsche 911s, was good news for the enthusiast and racing community. As was the announcement that the new owners would turn the famously rough-edged circuit into a motorsports venue, complete with a private driver’s club. The new “Singer Drivers Club” at Willow Springs Raceway will blend high-end hospitality, curated track access, coaching, and community while keeping the circuit open to the broader public for club racing, open track events, and more.

The Future of Willow Springs Raceway

The new owners acknowledge that WSIR has long occupied a special place in Southern California car culture, and they intend to enhance and upgrade the property without erasing the history and heritage that made it great in the first place. While the new Singer Drivers Club is members-only, all three road courses (Big Willow, The Streets of Willow, and Horsethief Mile) will remain accessible to the public.

In the big picture, CrossHarbor is applying a five-star resort mindset to a place that has historically been defined by lap times and worn pavement. Borrowing from their Yellowstone Club playbook, they will pair exclusivity with services that enable WSIR to feel more like a luxury destination than a racetrack. And Singer’s role is crucial —they elevate the experience beyond simple luxury. The company is renowned for its obsession with detail. Everything about WSIR, from the new pavement on the racing circuit to the coaching, member lounges, and even rental race cars, follows that ethos. Singer’s Founder and Creative Director, Rob Dickinson, said, “Singer is based around a simple philosophy: Everything is Important. Focusing on the details elevates the whole experience. It applies to racetracks, just as it does to sports cars. Willow Springs is part of the automotive fabric and deserves to be reborn as a world-class circuit for anyone who visits.”

Singer Drivers Club Member Benefits

Singer Drivers Club at WSIR offers much more variety than you’d find at most private driving clubs, which typically only offer one main track. The three paved circuits offer unique challenges, significant elevation changes, and varied layouts, plus areas for technical development and off-road exploration. Member-only spaces—including the Streets Paddock House and Member Lounge—offer a bar, lockers, simulators, and conference rooms to support both performance and comfort. There are even plans for a luxurious pool. Together, the amenities extend the club’s seamless, immersive experience beyond the track.

A defining feature of the club is driver coaching backed by video and data analysis, alongside a curated fleet of 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsports (a genuine turn-key racing car for all homologated GT4 racing series). The experience is layered with karting, anchored by the Jenson Button Karting Circuit, with Button serving as a brand ambassador. Combined with elevated dining and a dedicated concierge for on- and off-track support, the club will deliver a complete experience from day one.

Membership is capped at about 400 to keep the operation intimate, ensuring plenty of open track for those committed to the sport. And membership is also not limited to Singer owners, opening the door to a wider circle of enthusiasts who appreciate the brand’s aesthetic and philosophy.

Why Does This Matter?

While private track clubs are nothing new, most are purpose-built from the ground up—they create their own identity. Willow Springs Raceway is a historic public circuit that has been catering to driving enthusiasts since the 1950s. It has a history, heritage, and character. CrossHarbor and Singer have committed to preserving the track’s public identity while simultaneously raising its standard. If successful, the team may have created a model for reinventing legacy motorsports properties without losing their soul.

Singer Drivers Club is more than a playground for wealthy car enthusiasts; it aims to blend preservation, investment, and hospitality in a celebration of Southern California car culture.