Manheim Colchester will today host a 1,000-car sale for BMW in its four-lane auction centre.

The first 1,000-vehicle sale took place in 2012 and at last year’s event, Manheim achieved a 100% conversion rate, selling every single car for a total combined value of around £15 million.

The special event will include a wide range of ex-fleet BMW and MINI models from BMW Group.

The vehicles offered for sale across the four auction lanes will also be available for remote buyers via Manheim’s online bidding platform, Simulcast.

Tim Hudson, managing director of Manheim Remarketing, said: “The annual 1,000-car BMW sale is a star event in our auctions programme, attracting a huge number of buyers – both in lane and online – all eager to get hold of the very best BMW and MINI stock.

"Last year’s sale delivered an incredible 100% conversion rate, so that is our target for this year.”