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Jeremy Clarkson reveals his biggest car-related regret after selling up for £3k

03 May 2024 , 11:18
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His one that got away was actually given a new lease of life in 2023
His one that got away was actually given a new lease of life in 2023

JEREMY Clarkson has revealed his biggest car-related regret, which he dubbed "idiotic" and the "worst decision ever".

The Top Gear legend explained that he's still pining for a beloved motor he owned years ago.

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Jeremy Clarkson has revealed his biggest car-related regretCredit: Amazon MGM Studios
The Top Gear star revealed he let his BMW 3.0 CSL for around £3,000 (stock image)
The Top Gear star revealed he let his BMW 3.0 CSL for around £3,000 (stock image)Credit: Getty
The model is worth over £100,000 today (stock image)
The model is worth over £100,000 today (stock image)Credit: Getty

The presenter has seen a fleet of luxury cars, supercars and SUVs pass through his garage over the years.

Highlights have included the Ferrari 335 he compared to "God shouting" and a Jaguar F Type he fell in love with while shooting the latest Grand Tour special.

However, it appears that one item from his vast collection sticks in his mind more than others.

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Speaking to Drivetribe's YouTube channel he was asked what the worst car purchase he ever made was.

In reply he said: "The worst car purchasing decision I ever made wasn't a car purchase at all.

"But I sold a BMW three-litre CSL for next to nothing, £3,000.

"That was idiotic, absolutely idiotic."

The gorgeous 3.0 CSL was introduced back in 1972, with only 1,265 ever made.

All of those were actually made to allow the car to meet testing standards for the European Touring Car Championship.

Indeed, it enjoyed great success in motorsport, winning the championship six times between 1973 and 1979.

And given that similar models are listed online for upwards of £100,000 even the most generous Clarkson fan might admit his £3,000 asking price was a bit of an error.

The TV star will, though, be pleased to hear that BMW actually revived the model in 2023, releasing a new version as their "most exclusive automobile ever".

Dubbed the "comeback of a legend", only 50 were handmade at the company's plant in Bavaria, boasting delightful '70s-inspired racing livery.

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Sadly, the new CSL has long since sold out, with one listing in Hamburg valuing it at over £1 million.

It comes after a super rare Lamborghini that is one of just three of its kind went up for sale at an eye-watering price.

It was created to compete in the European Touring Car Championship (stock image)
It was created to compete in the European Touring Car Championship (stock image)Credit: Getty
BMW actually revived the model in 2023
BMW actually revived the model in 2023Credit: Getty
The new version is worth over £1 million
The new version is worth over £1 millionCredit: Getty

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