One lucky contestant on The Price Is Right won more than just a game – she won a brand-new car when she needed it the most. This heartwarming moment took place during a recent episode where Antoinette, the contestant, was thrilled to have the chance to win a 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE.
What made the win even more special was the fact that the car came at a time when Antoinette had just experienced a tragic loss of her own vehicle in a car accident just days before. Here’s a look at how Antoinette’s emotional journey unfolded on the iconic game show.
A Birthday to Remember
Antoinette’s appearance on The Price Is Right was extra special as it was filmed on her birthday. Little did she know that the day would turn into one of the best birthday surprises ever. As soon as announcer George Gray told her that she was playing for a Hyundai Elantra SE, Antoinette couldn’t contain her excitement.
But there was more to her story. Antoinette revealed that her car had recently been totaled in an accident. She expressed the sadness of losing her car just before her big day on the show.
Host Drew Carey immediately showed his support, responding, “Well, let’s win this for you,” offering hope to the contestant. This statement became even more meaningful as the game progressed, making it clear how much this win could change her life.
The Challenge of Winning the Car
The game that Antoinette played was called “Pocket Change,” a fun but tricky game. The goal was for her to guess the correct digits of the retail price of the car. If she guessed wrong, the cost of the car increased by a quarter.
However, if she guessed right, she could open an envelope from the board that contained part of the money she needed to “pay” for the car.
The retail price of the Hyundai Elantra was $23,715, and Antoinette managed to guess the right numbers for the price. But there was a catch – because she made a few incorrect guesses, the cost of the car grew to $1.25. Antoinette needed to find enough money in the envelopes to match that extra cost in order to win the car.
A Nervous Wait for the Final Envelope
As Carey opened the envelopes, Antoinette grew more anxious. By the time the first three envelopes had been opened, she had only $0.90. She still needed $0.35 more to win. With the final envelope remaining, everyone was on edge, waiting to see if Antoinette would make it.
When Carey opened the last envelope, a wave of relief hit Antoinette – it contained $0.75, enough to bring her total to $1.65 and secure her the car.
Antoinette was overjoyed, and Carey cheered her on, saying, “Go get your new car!” She rushed to the new Hyundai, ready to drive away in the car she so desperately needed.
A Bittersweet Ending
While Antoinette’s victory was a heartwarming moment, it wasn’t a total win for her. She failed to make it to the final Showcase round, which would have added even more prizes to her win.
Despite this, Antoinette’s story captured the hearts of many viewers, showing how a little bit of luck and a lot of emotion can make The Price Is Right a truly unforgettable experience.
In the end, Antoinette’s day was a memorable one, filled with excitement, joy, and a much-needed new car.
The Price is Right airs every weekday at 11 a.m. ET on CBS.
