POLICE are hunting a gang who threatened a 68-year-old man with screwdrivers before stealing a high-powered sports car.

Three men, all wearing balaclavas, dragged the man out of his car on Hilton Lane, Prestwich, at 10.25pm on Wednesday before driving off.

The man was badly shaken but not injured during the attack.

The three males are described as approximately 5' 8" to 5' 9" tall, slim build aged between 18 and 22 years. All had Salford accents and were wearing dark clothing and balaclavas.

The vehicle stolen was a Volkswagen Golf V6 in grey, registration number MF02XZE.

Anyone with information on the men or the whereabouts of the car is asked to call Bury Robbery Unit on 0161 856 8093 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.