Chris Evans Radio 2 this morning.

[onyx39]

I know Chris Evans is a bit marmite, I am personally a fan of his show. Have a greater respect for him this morning after the announcement that his "magnificent 7" charity drive will be the "magnificent 10" next year. He will be allowing a winner to drive 10 of his cars, including the Enzo AND the 250 GTO!
Some people do not venture out of the garage with theirs, he is entrusting it to effectively a complete stranger!

[y2blade]

I like him too.

have you seen his 1960 Mini???

[onyx39]

y2blade said:

I like him too.

have you seen his 1960 Mini???

No. but they were talking about it in the office this morning. Got any pics?

[Melman Giraffe]

I beleive he is very keen to show off his collection. I heard that if a tradesman (for example) come to do a bit of work at his Mansion he will offer a tour of his garage before they leave. Top bloke!

[robmlufc]

Is his 250 GTO one that was bought for massive amounts?

[y2blade]

robmlufc said:

Is his 250 GTO one that was bought for massive amounts?

Strange thing to say!!!
Would you have expected it to be worth peanuts then?

[RESSE]

robmlufc said:

Is his 250 GTO one that was bought for massive amounts?

Short answer is 'yes'.

May 2010 Evans paid £12m for the 1963 250 GTO (chassis no. 4675 GT) at an event held by RM Auctions. The car is one of only 36 250 GTOs originally produced and one of a limited few with Series II GTO bodywork.

http://www.talacrest.com/Latest_News/Chris_Evans_F...

[onyx39]

robmlufc said:

Is his 250 GTO one that was bought for massive amounts?

Around £12 million IIRC, hence the reason I am so impressed!


I "accidently" drove to his house last summer. Was out for a drive in my MG and saw a couple of old white Ferrari's and I ended up following them back to his house. I am not a stalker I hasten to add, wish I would have knocked on his door now!

[robmlufc]

y2blade said:

Strange thing to say!!!
Would you have expected it to be worth peanuts then?

Well no didnt expect it to be worth peanuts! But I know dependant on history and stuff they vary quite a lot in value from lots to massive amounts :P

[robmlufc]

onyx39 said:

Around £12 million IIRC, hence the reason I am so impressed!

Thats why I was asking the value! I know some go for less than £10 million but had a feeling he paid around £12 million which as you say is impressive that he is letting some lucky person take it out. Fair play to him!

[joncon]

bumped into him in tuscany last year, he was doing the mille miglia in his 250 california spider.....just how cool is that car !
mrs evans wa a bit shy, they had been on the road since at least 6am.

[Trustmeimadoctor]

while its very impressive for some reason i dont find it as impressive as the insurance company that covers them all for free !

[illmonkey]

Trustmeimadoctor said:

while its very impressive for some reason i dont find it as impressive as the insurance company that covers them all for free !

How much do you think he pays to insure them all? Its not your run of the mill £200 policy, is it?

I'm also sure there will be high excesses and terms to sign up to.

[heebeegeetee]

y2blade said:

I like him too.

have you seen his 1960 Mini???

I think he was talking about his Mini on the show a day or two ago. Talking about twin carbs and stuff

[Deva Link]

onyx39 said:

He will be allowing a winner to drive 10 of his cars, including the Enzo AND the 250 GTO!

It's not "a winner" - last year it was 7 winners, so presumeably it'll be 10 this year.

[anonymous-user]

Deva Link said:

It's not "a winner" - last year it was 7 winners, so presumeably it'll be 10 this year.

No still seven winners, "just" ten fezza's and over three days as opposed to two last year.

[LordHaveMurci]

Just wish I had the money to bid

[Johnboy Mac]

Good on you Mr.Evans.

[Jimslips]

joncon said:

bumped into him in tuscany last year, he was doing the mille miglia in his 250 california spider.....just how cool is that car !
mrs evans wa a bit shy, they had been on the road since at least 6am.

If that is chris when he is shy, I would hate to see the passenger when he/she is shy!
Looks like they are trying to have minimal recognition.

[onyx39]

LordHaveMurci said:

Just wish I had the money to bid

I have never wanted to win the lottery as much as do this weekend!