Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel Classic 2 V2 Review
Clubsport Steering Wheel Classic 2 V2
There is not much to say (analyze) about this steering wheel, Like many other products in the Fanatec inventory, this one is a bundle of two products, the ClubSport Wheel Rim Classic 2 and the Clubsport Universal Hub, both specially designed for the Xbox and PC. This rim was made for one purpose in mind, be used for vintage road cars and historic racing cars thanks to the diameter that is perfect for this, 35 cm large. Not sure but I think is the largest rim on the Fanatec ecosystem.
I think the price is overestimated for this rim, I know it was made for a niche but 400$ it’s too much for a rim with a classic design in mind. however the materials are really high in quality, the covered in genuine leather is very smooth and feels very good at touch. Very important for this kind of rims
Games like rFactor, RaceDepartment or even Assetto Corsa have plenty of classic street-type cars or modes perfectly to use with this steering wheel, if you are looking for a racing vintage or classic steering wheel this is a nice option for you, overprice I might say, but what Fanatec product isn’t? They produce high-quality sim racing products but with a price.
The Buyer’s Guide and Review
Last modified: April 08 of 2022.
Product Overview |
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Product Type | Steering Wheel |
Model | Classic 2 V2 |
Serie | Clubsport |
Pedals | Not Included |
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Ready For | PC / Xbox One / Xbox Series X / PS4 Ready |
Product Page | Clubsport Classic 2 V2 |
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Brief Design Overview
ClubSport Wheel Rim Classic 2:
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- Three-spoke aluminium wheel rim with a 350 mm diameter
- Polished, anodised silver finish
- Black ‘F’ signet in centre of silver metal hub cover
- Genuine leather (smooth)
- Weight: 840 g
ClubSport Universal Hub V2:
- Can be used with all Fanatec wheel rims and all third-party rims using the 6 x 70 mm or 3 x 50 mm bolt pattern (e.g. Sparco, MOMO, OMP)
- Fully assembled and pre-configured to mount the Fanatec Wheel Rim GT (or similar)
- Improved electronics means hub is firmware-updatable
- ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module preinstalled
- Detachable racing-style button caps
- 16 integrated buttons on top of the hub
- Four button clusters with three buttons each
- 7-way FunkySwitch™: left, right, up, and down directional inputs, push button, and rotary encoder functionality
- Tuning Menu button for instant access to force feedback and other Fanatec hardware adjustments
- Three-digit LED display for Tuning Menu functions and telemetry data from compatible games or third-party software. It can be installed in two positions: upright or flat
- Shifter paddle units, button clusters, and FunkySwitch™ can be removed to save weight
- DataPort-C connector for Podium Button Module Endurance (sold separately)
- Allows the use of third-party USB steering wheels on all compatible Fanatec bases (direct USB connectivity is not possible)
- An additional fifth button cluster can be attached (not included)
- Exchangeable aluminium quick release
- Weight: out-of-the-box configuration approx. 705 g (1000 g with QR1 Wheel-Side) plus wheel rim
Compatibility
PS5: Yes PS4: Yes PS3: No
PC: Yes
Xbox: No Xbox Series X: No
Wheel Base Compatibilities
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD1
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD2
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD1 PS4™
- ClubSport Wheel Base V2
- ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5
- CSL Elite Wheel Base
- CSL Elite Wheel Base V1.1
- CSL Elite Wheel Base + – officially licensed for PS4™
- CSL DD Wheel Base
- Gran Turismo DD Pro Wheel Base
Features
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What is included?
- ClubSport Wheel Rim Classic 2
- ClubSport Universal Hub V2
- 4 x button clusters with three buttons each
- 2 x small levers and 2 x long levers
- 1 x FunkySwitch™
- LED display unit
- ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module with aluminium paddle plates (pre-installed)
- Large and small paddles, bolts and spacers
- QR1 Wheel-Side (ClubSport Quick Release Adapter), packaged separately
- Safety pin for long-term storage
- Safety screw for permanent mount on wheel base
- Set of bolts
- Racing-style button caps
- Quick Guide
Comparison
Clubsport Steering Wheel Classic 2 vs Podium Lenkrad Classic 2
Clubsport Classic 2 | Podium Classic 2 | |
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Price | $399.95 | $299.95 |
Platform: | PC, PS4 Ready, XBox One / Serie X | PC, PS4 Ready |
Diameter: | 350mm | 350mm |
Rev lights: | No | No |
Display: | 3 digits LED | – |
Quick-release: | ClubSport | ClubSport, Exchangeable |
Paddle shifter adjustability: | Angle, Detacheable, Distance to rim, Exchangeable, Travel, Width | – |
Joystick/ Vibration Motor | No | No |
Grip material: | Leather | Leather |
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Final Analyze
Perfect for vintage road cars and historic racing cars