A LUCKY punter has told of his delight at winning almost £100,000 after paying just 22p to enter an online prize draw.
Ian Drummond scooped the prize in the Best of the Best (BOTB) competition where car lovers enter a draw to win a luxury vehicle.
Ian Drummond won the huge prize in the Best of the Best (BOTB) competition[/caption]
He was offered the keys to a brand new Mercedes G-Wagen, one of the most sought-after SUVs in the world, but instead decided to take the cash alternative prize of £94,000.
The 47-year-old, who lives near Aberdeen and works in the energy sector, was working from home when BOTB arrived at his door to tell him he had won.
He now plans to use the money to pay off his mortgage and take his wife Lisa on a trip to the Isles of Scilly or Croatia.
He said: “I like my big cars, and for 22p, I thought I had to give it a go. I also travel a lot, so I thought it would keep me entertained.
“I never expected to win. It’s a life-changing win, and the whole thing has been like a whirlwind.
“It’s a beautiful car, and I would love to drive around in it, but I’m just trying to be sensible.
For 22p, I thought I had to give it a go… It’s a life-changing win, and the whole thing has been like a whirlwind
Ian Drummond
“The cash would help us pay off our mortgage, secure our family home for the future, and just take the pressure off.”
BOTB presenter Christian Williams, who turned up at Ian’s home to tell him he had won, said: “A massive congratulations to Ian for winning this fantastic prize.
“This car is unreal, but I totally understand why he’s thinking of taking the cash.
“It’s a huge amount of money, and knowing he can use it to help pay off his mortgage and treat his family makes it even more special.
“I hope he and his wife have an amazing trip – wherever they decide to go.”
The win came as a complete shock to Ian, but his wife had been in on the surprise all along.
As the official surprise contact for BOTB, she had to keep the life-changing news a secret until the big reveal.
Leading car competitions company BOTB hands over the keys to a stunning dream car each week as well as a lifestyle prize.
It also offers people the chance to win a holiday, cash, tech, cars and more in its Instant Wins Competition.
Founded by William Hindmarch in 1999, BOTB has given away £87.6 million worth of cars so far.
He walked away with a prize pot of £94,000[/caption]
