A CAR advertised for sale was stolen from a Hollywood home during a test drive.

The thief visited the victim's home in Shawhurst Lane on Friday after responding to an advert in a car trade magazine.

During the visit between 12.20-12.45pm, the owner drove the man around the area in the electric blue BMW MINI Cooper before offering him a test drive.

As he opened the passenger door to get back into the car, the offender drove off at speed, leaving the victim bruised and shaken.

Police believe he collided with another car as he drove off.

He was a tall, clean-shaven Asian man of about 30, wearing dark clothes.

Anyone with information can contact Pc Vaux on 08457 444 888 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.