Jack Fulford was enjoying a day off to celebrate his 26th birthday when online competition specialist BOTB (Best of the Best) turned up at his front door with a cake and a £78,000 McLaren 570GT parked just around the corner.
Mr Fulford, from Birmingham, said: “I only usually have a small celebration for my birthday.
“So to get a McLaren, it’s life-changing. What are the chances of winning on my actual birthday? They must have been so slim.”
Jack entered the competition for just 19p and was left stunned as BOTB presenter Christian Williams invited him to sit in the luxury supercar and fire up the engine.
“This is a step up from my Punto – my car rattles when you start it up,” he said.
The McLaren 570GT is designed for everyday use, blending “high performance with increased comfort and practicality”.
It’s known for its luxurious interior, comfortable ride and surprising luggage capacity, it’s a dream car for many – but Jack is leaning towards taking the cash alternative.
“It’s a gorgeous car, but I’ve just got nowhere to keep it. If I had a garage, I would have probably kept it,” he said.
“That said, taking the cash will allow me to pay off some loans and do a few upgrades to our house. My partner and I bought our first home last August, so being able to clear a big chunk of the mortgage will make a huge difference.”
Jack admitted he’d hoped for a win one day – but never expected something quite so spectacular.
“I thought it was feasible to win one of BOTB’s smaller prizes, but not something like this. It’s an unreal feeling to have won. I can’t state exactly what a difference this is going to make,” he added.
BOTB hands over the keys to a stunning dream car each week, as well as offering lifestyle prizes.