Farmer wins £45k dream truck through competition that costs 8p to enter
A 25-year-old farmer from Clitheroe has won a £45,000 Ford Ranger Raptor through a competition that costs just 8p to enter.
Jayden Whalley, who had only been playing with BOTB for three months, was left stunned after presenter Sean Hall turned up at his home to deliver the surprise. The 25-year-old had been looking to purchase the 4x4 pickup, which is renowned for its extreme off-road capabilities and rugged performance, just two weeks prior to winning BOTB’s online competition.
“I’ve always wanted a truck. It’s a really nice truck to have, and it will help me massively. I’m out in the countryside all the time, so this is perfect,” Whalley said in excitement.
Despite regularly watching other winners online, Whalley had never expected his name to be called. “Watching the videos is what I do when I come home every evening. Everyone reacts differently and it shows you’ve got to be in it to win it,” Whalley said.
Since opening at Heathrow Airport in 1999, BOTB has had winners from across the globe. It’s given prizes away to over 534,000 people, including £147m worth of cars. BOTB hands over the keys to a dream car each week, while also offering players the option of a cash alternative and a range of lifestyle prizes. Hall believes that Whalley’s win was “one of those moments that just feels meant to be”.
“The fact Jayden had been looking at getting the same vehicle just two weeks ago makes this win even more incredible. It’s the perfect vehicle for him as well. With the work he does, it couldn’t be more suited, and you could tell how comfortable he felt the moment he got behind the wheel.