Top Gear star Chris Harris has revealed that his stolen car has been found after an incredible twist in the story.

The 50-year-old TV host and professional race car driver, who was part of the Top Gear team from 2016 until 2022, shared a nostalgic post on Sunday about his cherished BMW E28 M5, a car he’s treasured for nearly two decades, comparing it to a contemporary version.

However, shortly after, he updated his followers with the unfortunate news that the car had been stolen from the Clifton area in Bristol. Remarkably, a follower quickly came forward to announce they had found it.

His original post about his car read: ‘I’m not predicting many positive comments for the newbie! I’m loving the new M5 wagon. 

‘While it doesn’t quite match up to an older M5 CS on smaller roads, that’s irrelevant to how and where I drive it. The trunk is enormous, the silent electric drive mode is perfect for 4 a.m. travels, and there’s ample space for four sets of golf clubs.

‘But yes, the black car is about as good as it gets. E28 forever!’

Top Gear star Chris Harris has revealed that his stolen car has been found after an incredible twist in the story

The TV personality and professional racing driver, 50, who presented Top Gear from 2016 to 2022, posted about his beloved BMW E28 M5 which he’s owned for 19 years on Sunday, comparing it to a newer model

Chris then shared a post with a snap of just the black BMW, saying: ‘Owned 19 years and stolen last night. Please keep an eye out for it.’

In amazing twist of fate one of his followers called Lee commented saying: ‘It’s parking in my street, have sent you a PM with my phone number!’

Chris then posted a follow-up after going to get his beloved car back, posing with saviour Lee and saying his car was back albeit a ‘bit bruised’.

He said: ‘M5 update. This is Lee. He messaged saying ‘I’m stood by your M5.’

‘It was a long way from where I live. And they’ve made a bit of a mess of it, but it’s back. Lee stayed with the car until I arrived. What a good man.’

He continued: ‘It’s clear these older cars are now a target and we need to be more careful where we leave them. 

‘I am a very lucky boy having my favourite car returned. And Lee – thank you.’

Chris’ followers and famous pals were amazed by the twist in the story including fellow Top Gear star Paddy McGuinness, who commented: ‘Good man Lee. Amongst the p***** it’s always nice to see a rose.’

But hours later he shared an update revealing it had been stolen from the Clifton area of Bristol – before amazingly a follower stepped in to say he’d found it

His original post about his car read: ‘I’m not predicting many positive comments for the newbie! I’m loving the new M5 wagon…’

Chris then posted a follow-up after going to get his beloved car back, posing with saviour Lee and saying his car was back albeit a ‘bit bruised’

He shared a video of Lee as he picked the car up

He said: ‘M5 update. This is Lee. He messaged saying ‘I’m stood by your M5’

Chris’ followers and famous pals were amazed by the twist in the story including fellow Top Gear star Paddy McGuinness, who commented: ‘Good man Lee. Amongst the p***** it’s always nice to see a rose’

Chris Harris joined the Top Gear presenting line-up in 2016 for Series 23 where he presented alongside Freddie Flintoff and Paddy

Another fan commented: ‘Restores faith in the world. Hell yeah Lee and hell yeah for the car getting back to you!’

A third added: ‘Unbelievable. Good to hear!’

Chris Harris joined the Top Gear presenting line-up in 2016 for Series 23 where he presented alongside Freddie Flintoff and Paddy. 

He also runs popular YouTube channel, Chris Harris on Cars which he launched in 2014.