FURIOUS locals in the Highlands slammed a "selfish" motorist after their vehicle got stuck in mud at a beauty spot. The National Trust for Scotland (NTS) took to social media to share an image of a Jaguar XF lodged in a grassy patch in Glen Etive. 1 The swanky vehicle became lodged in mud at the beauty spot Credit: Glencoe National Nature Reserve The hapless driver had been stranded there since Friday but didn't have any mobile phone reception to raise the alarm.
The picturesque spot is the location of a scene in hit movie Skyfall where 'M' stands side by side with James Bond after stopping on a journey. The beauty spot, and wider Glen Coe area, is popular with tourists seeking to recreate the iconic moment. But it doesn't always go how they hoped.
Read more motors PARKING RULES Fines for parking on double yellow lines if your car breaks down explained 'entitled' NC500 campervanner branded 'cheeky beggar' after strolling into private office Sharing a snap of the swanky motor, the NTS said: "The driver of this not-inexpensive vehicle in Glen Etive was happy for us to share this photo to serve as a warning of what happens when you choose to drive off-road, beyond official parking areas or lay-bys! "Our Ranger Lindsay asked them to move their vehicle when she made her Friday evening tour into Glen Etive. "On Saturday evening they were still there, well and truly stuck, without any phone signal to call for help. "Not quite a James Bond Skyfall moment! Most read in Motors WATER TH.