or are they just a waste of money?
2007-01-12 06:00:59 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
Yes and No.
If you learn well they can work BUT if you are starting to drive from the beginning, I'd suggest that you have some lessons first.
An intensive course can help immensely in passing a Driving Test but not really in learning.
Learn the basics and get a little confidence and then take an intensive course to help make it all fresh for your test. Some course actually offer a system where, if you fail, they will carry on the course until you pass.
That may cost a little more though.
Ask at the places that offer the courses for more details especially on guaranteed passes.
2007-01-12 06:08:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Good Advice so far. Beware of some Driving Scools where only shared tuition is available. Your 30 hour course means you drive for only 15 hours and sit in the back watching (and perhaps learning) while someone else drives.
Also you will not be allowed to take your Test if the Instructor doesn't think you are up to scratch. His performance is under scrutiny by the DSA so he will not allow you to take the Test unless you have a good chance. There is no refund and you will lose your Test fee.
Intensive courses on a 1 to 1 are better value but will cost more. Best suited to someone who already has the basics and just needs to polish up their skills.
I have done a number of 2/3 day Intensives at my driving school with good pass rates but wouldn't recommend them for a beginner.
2007-01-14 11:20:02 · answer #2 · answered by johnabacus2001 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I read the comment by someone just now who said that it suited him/her and that it might not suit everyone. Obviously I'm not in a position to say that he is wrong but generally, it's not the best way to learn to drive. The main reason is that you're not allowed to APPLY for the Practical Test until you've passed your Theory Test which usually means a minimum of 8 weeks before you will be able to take your test. So if it's going to take that long, why not learn over 8 weeks instead of one? If you were taking an exam at college and you had to learn the subject, how much time would you prefer to have one week or eight?
I own a driving school in Southend, Essex and we won't do one week courses except in exceptional circumstances.
2007-01-12 07:24:08 · answer #3 · answered by brainyandy 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes i can say they most definitely do work as i passed my test in September with a company in Blackpool , although it is all based on the person , confidence ,etc i thought it was money well spent ( £250 ) all in , i opted for the 2 day intense course with test at the end of it !
But i had already passed my theory test a year earlier !
2007-01-12 09:23:14 · answer #4 · answered by charlotterobo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say a waste of money..
You need to practice, have use of a car. Practice makes perfect..
Find a good friend or relative to help you along..
2007-01-13 02:45:02 · answer #5 · answered by Sani 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on you as a person and the style of learning you prefer
I did my driving instruction and test this way and it suited me and i passed first time
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2007-01-12 06:08:50 · answer #7 · answered by mtvtoni 6 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Depends on you and your ability to learn.Stay away from anyone that offers a guaranteed pass. nothing is guaranteed
2007-01-13 09:20:38 · answer #8 · answered by coolkebab 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do it. You won't regret it. And you might get a discount on insurance.
2007-01-12 06:10:05 · answer #9 · answered by Dent Doctor 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋