Gobsmacked Coventry dad splutters 'is it real?' after dream car win
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A Coventry dad was left gobsmacked when a brand new car was delivered to his home. Venkatesh Selvam was so shocked he said: 'Is it real?' when he saw the Mini Countryman JCW worth £41,695.
He had entered the BOTB’s weekly Dream Car Competition and he received a surprise visit from BOTB presenter Christian Williams, who led him outside to find his new Mini parked nearby.
He currently drives a Honda Civic and said the win was 'like a dream. "It’s the first time in my life I’ve won a big prize like this," the local resident said. "To win feels like a miracle. I’m just so happy – it’s like a dream."
The Mini Countryman JCW comes packed with premium features including an i4 turbo engine, 296bhp, and a top speed of 145mph.
The dad said he was particularly impressed with the space and practicality of the new red car. "It’s a fantastic, spacy car," he explained.
"My daughter was very excited by the whole thing and loves the colour of the car.”
Presenter Christian said: "Venkatesh was completely gobsmacked, and you could tell how much this meant to him. His wife’s a big Mini fan, and with two young kids and the need for more room, the Mini Countryman JCW is the perfect fit.
"Venkatesh told us he regularly watches our winner videos online - and now he’s starring in one himself."
Leading car competitions company BOTB hands over the keys to a stunning dream car each week, as well as offering lifestyle prizes.