Fanatec just made bargain-hunting interesting again. As of June 16, the company has opened the Fanatec Certified Refurbished section on its US and EU websites. It gives sim racers the opportunity to purchase flagship hardware for noticeably less money, all backed by the same two-year warranty and 30-day return window you’d get with the brand new wheels.
For a brand that’s faced steady price hikes in 2025, this refurbished store doesn’t just close the value gap; it might just push Fanatec back to the front of the budget conversation.
What “Certified Refurbished” Means
According to Fanatec, every unit in the program is a customer return or demo sample that’s been rebuilt, stress-tested, and deep-cleaned by Fanatec’s in-house technicians. Motors are run under load, buttons are checked, firmware is flashed, and anything that fails inspection is replaced. The result is hardware that should look and perform like new.
Stand-Out Deals Live Right Now
Deals differ between the US and EU stores, so we’ve picked out our favorites. It is well worth noting they are subject to availability, and might not be restocked that often. The products and pricing also vary between the two stores, as of June 17, there are 32 products in the US store vs. 49 in the EU store.
United States
| Product | Refurb | New MSRP | % Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSL DD QR2 (8 Nm) | $269.99 | $384.99 | 30% |
| ClubSport DD | $489.99 | $699.99 | 30% |
| ClubSport DD+ | $824.99 | $1,179.99 | 30% |
| Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm) | $594.95 | $699.95 | 15% |
| CSL Wheel P1 V2 (QR2 Lite) | $118.99 | $151.94 | 22% |
| QR2 Base-Side Type-C | $31.99 | $44.99 | 29% |
| QR2 Pro Wheel-Side | $97.99 | $139.99 | 30% |
Europe
| Product | Refurb | New MSRP | % Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSL DD (8 Nm) | €382.95 | €549.95 | 30% |
| Podium DD1 (QR2, 20 Nm) | €849.95 | €999.95 | 15% |
| ClubSport DD+ | €849.95 | €1,149.95 | 26% |
| CSL Wheel P1 V2 | €161.90 | €199.95 | 19% |
Why This Changes the Value Game
Fanatec’s rising MSRPs have given newcomers to the sim racing market like Moza and Simagic plenty of room to tempt wallet-conscious racers. With the new refurbished catalog, in many instances Fanatec now undercuts those rivals’ pricing without trimming features or support.
In short, this isn’t a one-time clearance, or like buying second-hand off Facebook Marketplace or eBay; it’s effectively a new budget tier—provided you’re okay not being the first owner.
If you’ve hesitated because Fanatec felt pricey, the Certified Refurbished store might make them the default choice for budget-minded sim racers once more.
A Few Shopping Tips
Bookmark the page. US stock is “still ramping,” so listings can vanish and return within hours.
Act fast. Cart reservations don’t lock inventory; the item isn’t yours until checkout clears.
Check accessories. QR2 adapters and rim upgrades are also discounted—handy if you already own a Fanatec base.
With prices like these—and a warranty to match—there’s rarely been a better moment to jump into the Fanatec ecosystem or round out an existing rig. If you would like to take a look, you can check out the US refurbished store here. If you’re in Europe, you can check it out here.