11-07-2025
Bradford dad wins brand new BMW and cash prize in dream car competition
A BRADFORD dad has clinched a life-changing prize worth £139,000 - including a brand new BMW – after winning an online competition.
Zak Burnley, from Bradford, won the £89,000 BMW M3 Touring alongside a £50,000 cash prize in BOTB's weekly Dream Car Competition.
The 30-year-old warehouse operative was at home when BOTB presenters Christian Williams and Katie Knight turned up to deliver the incredible news – a moment he initially mistook for a parcel drop-off.
'I thought it was the Amazon delivery driver,' Zak said.
'Then I opened the door and was gobsmacked.
'It's the first time I've ever won anything this big, so I'm buzzing.'
The BMW M3 Touring is a high-performance powerhouse, boasting a 3.0-litre i6 twin-turbo engine, 523bhp, and a top speed of 155mph.
'The new car ticks all the right boxes,' Zak said. 'It's family-friendly, but also perfect for having a bit of fun in.
'I've currently got a BMW and just love driving them – I played for this one as I thought it was a beautiful-looking car.'
But the surprises did not stop at the bonnet. When the BOTB team opened the boot, they revealed a briefcase filled with £50,000 in cash.
'We'll be able to live so much more comfortably now,' said Zak's girlfriend Gabrielle, who was in on the surprise.
The couple recently welcomed a baby daughter and are already planning how to put the money to good use.
Zak said the winnings will go towards a much-needed family holiday and will help make special occasions like Christmas extra memorable.
He also plans to sell his current BMW to upgrade Gabrielle's car.
Gabrielle is also a regular BOTB player, and the pair often compare their entries each week to see who came closest.
Christian said: 'Zak's reaction was brilliant – completely speechless at first.
'The BMW M3 Touring is a stunning, powerful car and a real driver's dream. I'm thrilled for him.'
Co-presenter Katie added: 'It's such a joy to deliver this kind of news – especially to someone like Zak who's been playing for a while and just welcomed a new baby. What a time to win.'
BOTB hands over the keys to a dream car each week, as well as offering lifestyle prizes.
It also offers people the chance to win a holiday, cash, tech, cars, and more in its Instant Wins Competition.
Founded in 1999, BOTB has given away £101.3 million worth of cars so far.
