Blackburn College students win car they brought back to life

A local car dealership has donated a MINI to Blackburn College motoring students, after they brought a MINI back to full working condition.

Finally, the dealership tested local automotive students’ skills and expertise in repairing the damage.

The students who all study at Blackburn College’s Regional Automotive Technology Hub (RATH) Centre gave the car a complete overhaul including an engine service with new BMW oil and filters. After a little magic the mini engine started..

Bowker BMW enjoys a strong relationship with Blackburn College. Last year, a Bowker Motor Group apprentice was honoured for outstanding achievements at the annual Blackburn College Apprenticeship Awards.

The former St Cecilia’s RC High School student has recently begun a full-time position at Bowker after completing his Level 2 Motor vehicle course at Blackburn College. Daniel was one of the first Motor Vehicle apprentices to study at the new £5.5m RATH Centre. The RATH Centre opened in August 2014 specifically for students who want to work in the motor vehicle industry.

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