| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB | 26Nm | ~£4,000 |
| Steering Wheel | LM-Pro GT3 Wheel + DDU Display | GT3 Format | ~£2,200 |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing) | 200kg Brake | ~£3,500 |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator | 120kg+ Frame | ~£15,000 |
| Seat | Sabelt GT PAD FIA-Approved Seat | Upright GT Position | ~£800 |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 | 5120×1440, 240Hz | ~£900 |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Integrated | Included |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | Custom | ~£2,500 |
| Total Est. Value | ~£25,445 | ||
🕹️ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB ~26Nm VerifiedActive
Industrial-grade direct drive system delivering 26Nm of peak torque via a Kollmorgen AKM54 servo motor. Features over 2 million resolution points per wheel turn and CP-S custom software modelling. The same wheelbase is shared between both GT Pro and Formula Pro variants.
[Steering Wheel] LM-Pro GT3 Wheel with DDU Dashboard Display VerifiedActive
GT3-format steering wheel with an integrated DDU (Driver Display Unit) dashboard display, providing real-time telemetry, lap times, and car status directly on the wheel face. Designed for GT racing applications — matching Poulter's real-world Britcar and Ferrari Challenge driving. This replaces the CP-S carbon fibre formula wheel used on Formula Pro builds.
[Pedals] CP-S Hydraulic Pedals with AP Racing Master Cylinder VerifiedActive
Professional-grade hydraulic pedals using genuine AP Racing master cylinders — the same components found in real F1 and GT brake systems. Features a simulated brake caliper with hundreds of configurations, gas-spring throttle with 3 force levels, and an electronically-controlled sliding pedal box with 300mm of travel adjustment. Identical pedals between GT Pro and Formula Pro variants.
[Cockpit] Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator VerifiedActive
The Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator is handbuilt in the UK (Sevenoaks) to ISO 9001 standards. The frame is CNC-machined powder-coated aluminium weighing over 120kg, configured in an upright GT seating position rather than the reclined formula layout. Features a Sabelt GT PAD FIA-approved seat instead of the formula fiberglass seat. Same core engineering as the Formula Pro with lifetime warranty.
[Display] Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Ultrawide VerifiedActive
The Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 is the standard display included with Cool Performance builds. This super-ultrawide curved monitor delivers a 5120×1440 resolution across a 1000R curve, providing excellent peripheral vision from a single panel. At 240Hz with 1ms response time, it delivers smooth, responsive visuals ideal for GT racing.
[Haptics] CP-S Haptics System VerifiedActive
Integrated haptic feedback system that transmits road surface detail, kerb strikes, and chassis vibrations directly through the cockpit frame. Works in conjunction with the Leo Bodnar FFB system to provide a multi-channel immersion layer beyond steering feel alone.
[Motion] None Confirmed — Static Setup EstimatedStatic
No motion platform has been documented for Poulter's rig. Cool Performance simulators offer optional D-Box G5 3DOF haptic motion (Pitch, Roll, Heave with 1.5" stroke).
🏁 Sim Racing & Motorsport Background
Ian Poulter is far more than a golfer who happens to own a racing simulator. He is a genuine motorsport competitor and one of the world's most notable car collectors, with a collection exceeding 200 vehicles including multiple Ferraris. He actively competes in the Britcar Endurance Championship and Ferrari Challenge, using his Cool Performance GT Pro for real racing preparation. The GT-focused variant of his simulator directly reflects his real-world GT racing activities.
| Year | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | Ryder Cup Victories | 3x Ryder Cup winner with Team Europe; 12 PGA Tour victories; known as "The Postman" for clutch performances |
| 2018+ | Britcar Endurance Championship | Active competitor in British GT/endurance racing series |
| 2019+ | Ferrari Challenge | Competes in Ferrari one-make racing series |
| Ongoing | Car Collection | 200+ car collection including Ferrari F40, Ferrari 488 Pista, and numerous other supercars and racing vehicles |
| 2024-25 | Sim Racing Training | Uses Cool Performance GT Pro for Britcar and Ferrari Challenge track preparation |
Software: Assetto Corsa and iRacing (pre-installed with Cool Performance builds). Used for GT racing preparation — matching his real-world Britcar and Ferrari Challenge activities.
📋 Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Specification | Est. Cost | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm) | ~£4,000 | Verified |
| Steering Wheel | LM-Pro GT3 Wheel + DDU Dashboard Display | ~£2,200 | Verified |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing, 200kg) | ~£3,500 | Verified |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance GT Pro Simulator | ~£15,000 | Verified |
| Seat | Sabelt GT PAD FIA-Approved Seat | ~£800 | Verified |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 (5120×1440, 240Hz) | ~£900 | Verified |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Included | Verified |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | ~£2,500 | Verified |
Total estimated value: ~£25,445 (Cool Performance GT Pro configuration with LM-Pro GT3 wheel, Sabelt GT seat, Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide).
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❓ Ian Poulter Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Ian Poulter use?
• Wheelbase: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm, Kollmorgen AKM54 motor)
• Pedals: CP-S Hydraulic with AP Racing master cylinder (200kg brake)
• Wheel: LM-Pro GT3 with integrated DDU dashboard display
• Display: Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide (5120×1440, 240Hz)
• Seat: Sabelt GT PAD FIA-approved seat (upright GT position)
• Haptics: CP-S Haptics System
• Cockpit: CNC-machined aluminium frame (120kg+, ISO 9001, lifetime warranty)
Total estimated cost: ~£25,445.
What is the difference between GT Pro and Formula Pro?
• Seating position: Upright GT position vs reclined formula position
• Steering wheel: LM-Pro GT3 with integrated DDU dashboard display (~£2,200) vs CP-S carbon fibre formula wheel (~£2,000)
• Seat: Sabelt GT PAD FIA-approved seat (~£800) vs custom fiberglass formula seat (~£1,500)
The core hardware is identical between both variants: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 26Nm wheelbase, CP-S hydraulic pedals with AP Racing master cylinder, CP-S haptics, and Samsung display options. The GT Pro total (~£25,445) is slightly lower than the Formula Pro (~£26,345) due to the seat price difference.
How much does Ian Poulter's sim rig cost?
Why does a golfer have a racing simulator?
Is Ian Poulter's sim rig sponsored?
📚 Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Cool Performance Official Website — Confirms Ian Poulter as GT Pro Simulator user
- Cool Performance — Simulator Product Pages — GT Pro and Formula Pro specifications
- SimLuxx — Cool Performance Simulators — Pricing and detailed specs
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- Pro-Sim Testimonials — Pro-Sim is the technology partner behind Cool Performance
- Simulator Showroom — Pricing Reference