In the UK there is a healthy interest in personalised number plates and it is clear that prices are increasing despite economic uncertainty. It would seem that a trend has been developing for some time in the acquisition of personalised number plates for investment purposes rather than for vanity.

Recent sales at auctions and the increasing prices seen at auctions provide a measure of the increasing appetite for investing large sums of money in a cherished number plate. Cherished number plate is the term used to describe dateless registrations issued to vehicles between 1903 and 1963 and it is these items of UK history that are increasing in value the most.

Recent examples of cherished number plates and the prices reached at auctions bear testament to the value placed on these intangible assets:

• #1. Number Plate: 25 O. Price: £518,480 — Year: 2014
• #2. Number Plate: X 1. Price: £502,500 — Year: 2012
• #3. Number Plate: G 1. Price: £500,000 — Year: 2011
• #4. Number Plate: F 1. Price: £440,625 — Year: 2008
• #5. Number Plate: S1. Price: £404,063 — Year: 2008
• #6. Number Plate: 1 D. Price: £352,411 — Year: 2009
• #7. Number Plate: 1 S. Price: £340,000 — Year: 2010
• #8. Number Plate: M 1. Price: £331,500 — Year: 2006
• #9. Number Plate: GB 1. Price: £325,000 — Year: 2009
• #10. Number Plate: D 1. Price: £300,096 — Year: 2015

Many of these cherished number plates are now worth multiples of the prices achieved at auctions with the most notable being ‘F 1’ — currently speculatively valued in excess of £20 million.

It would seem that the sums of money people are willing to exchange for entitlement to these prestigious numbers has no bounds and it is for this reason that they make an attractive investment for the future.

Premier Plates UK have added a range of exclusive 21 series registration plates for sale. These High Impact Name Plates have been recently added to our exclusive range of prestigious name plates available to people with an eye for exclusivity and originality. These exclusive numbers can be assigned to a vehicle first registered on or after the 1st March 2021. If you are looking to personalise your car with your name then you now have an opportunity to secure one of these exclusive numbers. If you are a Prince then you need to take a look at the most exclusive personalised number plate available in the market XP21 NCE.

If your name is Garath then you need to take a look at the most exclusive personalised number plate available in the market GA21 ATH. If your nick name is PRICEY or if you have an expensive super car then XP21 CEY represents a fantastic opportunity for you to personalise your car. If your name is ERICA and it is your 21st birthday then you now have the opportunity to own the most exclusive ERICA plate available in the market. Our exclusive 21 series personalised number plates offer KRISSY exclusive number plate options for a 21st birthday gift in KR21 SSY and XK21 SSY. If your name is JARED then you need to seriously consider our exclusive JA21 EDS personalised number. We also have HAZEL’S 21st birthday gift in our exclusive number plate HA21 ELS. For Miss or Mrs FERGUSON we have our distinctive and exclusive cherished number FE21 GYS which make an ideal 21st Birthday Gift for someone special. Additional 21 series registrations are available on our website if you are thinking of buying an exclusive personalised 21st birthday gift.

Auctioned Number Plates

A recent auction held in September 2020 saw high prices for exclusive cherished numbers maintained despite the backdrop of economic uncertainty. The 3 cherished numbers auctioned during the recent Goodwood Festival were distinctive numbers with clear identities and associations with big brands. RR 3 with Rolls Royce, LFC 1 with Liverpool Football Club, and J 4 with Jersey. You may be questioning why J 4 has an association with Jersey as it isn’t obvious. J 4 is a Jersey issue registration and it can only be assigned to a vehicle registered in Jersey.

The prices achieved for these 3 exclusive cherished number plates at auction are a clear indicator that there is a willingness to invest in high end cherished numbers where there is confidence that market values will increase despite economic uncertainty. We support this view and continue to invest in high value numbers for the same reason. If you are looking for an exclusive number plate then you need look no further.

If you need further evidence of expensive cherished number plates and the prices they can demand we have put together a sample of the most expensive UK cherished numbers with their prices:

1. 1. 25 O   £518k
   2. X 1     £502k
   3. G 1     £500k
   4. F 1      £460k
   5. RR 1   £417k
   6.  S 1     £404k
   7.  1 D    £352k
   8.  1 S     £340k
   9.  GB 1  £325k
   10.  D 2    £300k

These are the most expensive cherished number plates sold in the UK during the last ten years and their values are significantly higher today than they were at the time they were auctioned.

As an example of the increasing value of these exclusive numbers we would highlight the current market value of F 1, a number plate clearly associated with Formula 1 racing, which is now valued in excess of £10 million.

These numbers are sought by investors that recognise their potential future value whilst also allowing them the opportunity to own part of UK motoring history.

The Ferrari SF90 is to be launched with the most powerful V8 engine ever produced by Ferrari combined with three electric motors. Combined, the 4.0-litre V8 sitting mid-car, two electric motors powering the front wheels and a motor that sits between the 769-bhp V8 and eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, produce 986 bhp and 590 lb-ft of torque.

The SF90 is Ferrari’s first all-wheel-drive sports car  and it can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds, reach 125 mph in 6.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 211 mph. At a dry weight of 1730 kg it is 12 kg lighter than the La-Ferrari, the only other Ferrari hybrid car.

Styling includes square taillights, a suspended rear wing with a shut-off gurney. Internally, a new look cabin boasts a 16-inch curved screen displaying a fully digital central instrument cluster.

The price for the SF90 in the UK is expected to be £1,000,000

Premier Plates UK are able to supply a range of V8 personalised number plates for the Ferrari SF90 with prices starting from £10,195

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If you are an owner of a Ferrari then you should visit the Premier Plates UK website where you can search and order your ideal Ferrari number plate at a competitive price worry free. Premier Plates UK have over 45 million personalised number plates available with some of the most exclusive cherished number plates available within the UK car registrations market.

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If you are looking for a unique 911 private number plate then you need to look no further than Premier Plates UK where there is a vast range of exclusive cherished number plates for the Porsche 911 series. We have a selection of prefix style, suffix style and dateless format number plates for the Porsche 911 which are exclusive to Premier Plates UK. If you are looking for your ideal 911 cherished number plate then we recommend you visit our 911 search page:

911 Private Number Plates

Examples of exclusive cherished number plates to be found at unbeatable prices on our 911 search page are: 911 POR, THE 911, 911 BEN, 911 KAY, 911 SXU, 911 OO, WAM 911, TUR 80S

This is a small selection of exclusive Porsche 911 cherished number plates available for sale on our searchable database.

We believe the iconic Porsche 911 should always be dressed with an exclusive personalised number plate with the aim of making sure everyone knows it is a 911. We specialise in plates for 911’s in the UK and we have invested in some very exclusive dateless 911 plates over many years.

The new Ferrari 488 GTB was unveiled earlier this year as an evolution of the Ferrari 458 Italia with a mid-engined design and a V8 twin turbo-charged engine delivering 660 bhp at 8000 rpm. The latest addition to the range of super cars produced by Ferrari has a higher torque output that the V12 normally aspirated V12 Berlinetta and as a result it can reach 60 mph from a standing start in 3 seconds.  The 488 tag is derived from the cylinder size of 488 cc with an overall engine size of 3904cc. The car has a distinctive sound which has been specifically engineered by the team at Ferrari whilst the styling of the car has in part been influenced by the aerodynamic requirements which have seen a 50% increase in down force when compared with the 458 Italia from which it has evolved. The car has a large front air intake similar to the Ferrari 308 GTB whilst it has adjustable diffusers at the rear which modify the air flow at different speeds. The 488 GTB retails at around £184k in the UK and Premier Plates UK have an ideal personalised number plate in GTB 4W retailing at £4.5k

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If you are an owner of a Ferrari then you should visit the Premier Plates UK website where you can search and order your ideal Ferrari number plate at a competitive price worry free. Premier Plates UK have over 65 million personalised number plates available with some of the most exclusive cherished number plates available within the UK car registrations market.

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You have a car and you always ensure it is well maintained. However, it is not performing as you would like. You are concerned with the performance of the car and its CO2 emissions and its carbon footprint. So, you are looking to improve its eco-friendliness and you want to make it greener. Is this possible? Can you really make a car greener, that is, without just painting it green? Of course you can. And it is essential that you do so.

Here are a few tips, which can help you reduce the carbon footprint of your car and make it greener, or more environmentally friendly.

Get Regular Tune Ups Done

You need to do a number of things on a regular basis. And one of the most important is to tune up your car. The tune ups as well as the regular maintenance will help the car in several ways. It will burn less fuel and you will save on the running costs as a result of this. The car is also likely to have less issues with it. Overall the maintenance costs will reduce and the car will also pollute less. In effect regular maintenance will ensure that your car is more environment-friendly and greener.

Use the AC as Least as Possible

The Air Con gives you increased comfort when driving the car in hot weather. It is essential for you to have AC in your car if you are located in a hot region of the world.

But how often do you switch the AC on? Do you use it even when you are going for a short drive and when the ambient conditions do not warrant its use?

Be aware that using the AC when driving the car is not environmentally friendly.

So, what can you do to deal with this issue?

One of the easiest solutions is to keep the windows of your car open. It will ensure that you benefit from the cooler air. Alternatively you can use a solar-powered fan in your vehicle to circulate the air directly on to your face.

Drive in a Smart Way

The fuel economy of your car is central to your efforts to make your vehicle perform in an environmentally friendly manner. If you want to achieve this then you have to drive it in a smart way.

Remember, sudden starts and stops can add wear to the engine and adds to the vehicle’s carbon footprint. Ensure that the car is always driven within the speed limits and you will eliminate this issue. Excessive speeding can have a negative impact on your efforts to make the car function in a green way.

Using the cruise control features of your car is also a great way towards making it eco-friendlier when driving on motorways.

Get Rid of the Extra Weight

Remember, having a green car with a small carbon footprint isn’t easy to achieve. You need to encompass a number of changes in driving style to ensure that your car is performing in an eco-friendly way. You should always look to lighten the load of the car by removing all the unnecessary items from the vehicle. Carrying unnecessary weight makes the car heavier than it needs to be and more fuel is required. Ensure you remove all the junk out of the boot. You should always ensure that the items that you carry are items that you may need including a spare tyre, a first-aid kit, and a small tool kit.

A green car will save you money and help to save the environment. The money you save can be used to buy a personalised number plate. Everyone has a responsibility to focus on making their car greener. In a world, where there is increasing concern about the environment, it is important that your car does not impact the environment in a negative way.

Cars are designed to offer you travel in comfort and safety. They enable commuting to and from work whilst also allowing you to travel further afield. They should also provide you with comfort whilst you are on the go. To achieve high levels of comfort many of the cars are large in size. They have a multitude of accessories and gadgets. Unfortunately many of these vehicles are expensive due to their size and the technology they use.

So, what can a person with a small or medium budget do if he or she wants to buy a comfortable car?

He or she has a number of options. One of which is to opt for a small car. There are a number of models that are extremely small in size. And they come at a reasonable price as well. But they also provide you with the levels of comfort you desire. If you choose wisely then you will have funds available to personalise it with a personalised number plate which will have the added benefit of making your car stand out.

Here is a quick review of some of the smallest cars in the world.

Mahindra e2o

If you are speaking about small cars, there’s no way you can ignore electric vehicles. Among the most amazingly cute and tiny electric cars is the Mahindra e2o. Manufactured by Mahindra Reva Electric Vehicles Private Limited, this vehicle can be regarded as one of the most significant successors of REVAi or G-Wiz, which was one of the most coveted electric vehicles, which came in such a small size. Mahindra e2o has three doors, including a hatchback. It even offers an automatic transmission.

BMW Isetta

BMW is one of the major automobile manufacturing companies in the world. It has an amazing fleet of cars that includes extremely expensive vehicles to moderately expensive vehicles. The BMW Isetta stands out – not because of its price, but due to its small size. Also known as the Bubble Car due to its shape, this vehicle was manufactured vehemently during the 1950s and the 1960s. The popularity of the vehicle has remained over several decades. A large number of models of the BMW Isetta has been introduced in India. These small cars are among the most popular vehicles of recent times.

Peel

Just think of a car that’s small, comfortable and seats just two. And yet, when you look at it, you feel almost immediately that you must own it. That’s Peel for you. The car is just 54 inches in length and 41 inches in width – that’s really a minute one if you look at it from the perspective of ordinary vehicles. It’s also quite light, weighing less than 150 kgs. Hence, the car is quite eco-friendly as well. However, this car is not likely to be manufactured on a large scale. So, you can expect that only a few will be on the roads over time. It is regarded as the smallest of all the cars in the world. Peel was manufactured a few decades ago. However, an electric version is being made available.

Lumeneo Smera

When it comes to manufacturing electric cars, France seems to be one of the most popular destinations. The Lumeneo Smera, manufactured in France, is one of the most amazing small cars. It comes as an electric model and is amongst the most craved for vehicles when you consider the smallest cars in the world. It is a two-seater tilting car and offers the best possible experience when you are driving it.

Although they might look incredibly small, you can enjoy a number of benefits when owning a small car. They are very easy to park. In fact, you can park them in spaces where a motorcycle could be parked. In many instances you don’t have to compromise on comfort. Many of these small cars are almost as luxurious as their larger counterparts. Yet, they are known to be more eco-friendly. Moreover, many of them are also great to look at. If you want to make them more unique, you can add a private number plate and add that touch of personalisation.

You are buying a new car. It is exciting for you and your family! But you may also be thinking about your new car and how ordinary it will appear when it hits the road. This is a concern that almost every new car owner has when spending large sums of money on a new vehicle. Most people would like their car to appear unique and stand out from the crowd.

So, how can you make your car unique?

There are a number of ways to achieve this. You can give your car a makeover and have it vinyl wrapped. Most options that are available are  relatively expensive for what they achieve.

You will no doubt be asking yourself : “Is there a way I can make my car stand out from the crowd, but at a reasonable cost?”

Yes, there surely is and it’s quite easy to implement.

You can use a private number plate for this purpose. It is one of the most cost effective, and least disruptive ways to personalise your car.

How can a private number plate help you?

Here’s a quick review.

Your Name on Your Number Plate

The Bard might have said, “What’s in a name”, but that’s not true when it comes to personalizing your car. Because it’s your name by which you are known to everyone. What if your car also has your name displayed on it? It is possible for most people to buy a private number plate that bears their name.

In order to achieve this you will need to create alphabets from numbers. For example, you can change the ‘A’ in your name to the number ‘4’ or an ‘E’ to the number ‘3’, or the B in your name to the number 8. Even an abbreviated name on a number plate can look amazing on your car.

An Important Date on Your Number Plate

When is your birthday? Or a significant anniversary? These are amongst the most important days of your life. Why not capture this on the registration of your vehicle?

It is not difficult to get a specific date included as part of a personalised number plate for your car. All you need to do is search for a number plate that has the specific date as an un-issued DVLA registration. You can include phrases like ‘DOB’ or ‘ANV’ for date of birth and anniversary, respectively. This can be a perfect way to remember the events of a special day.

Do You Have a Hobby or Profession?

You can let the world know about you hobby or profession.

For example, if you love to play chess, you can get the number plate ‘CH 355’ or ‘CH63 ESS’, or ‘C11 ESS’. This is regarded as an effective way of  personalizing your car and famous numbers that are good examples of this are as follows; BOX 1N, COM 1C, MAG 1C, CUE 1.

If you are looking to personalise your car and make it stand out, using number plates can be a really effective way of achieving this. You will be spoilt for choice with the options that are now available online. This can be achieved at a low cost but with a high impact. You will need to decide the type of personalised number plate that you would like and secure it from a reputable online registration broker. Once assigned to your vehicle you will be able to display it on your vehicle and enjoy the benefits it will undoubtedly provide.

It hasn’t been very long since you bought your new car. But, you are not satisfied with the way the vehicle is performing now. Although it hasn’t given you any reasons for complaint in the past, as time is passing, the performance of the vehicle is becoming a matter of increasing concern to you. Even making your car look cool by using a personalised number plate isn’t enough as the vehicle ages.

But why does this happen?

One of the major reasons is of course that the engine of the car is not correctly maintained. This leads to sub-optimal functioning of the engine, and so resulting in reduced performance of the car.

To ensure that your car functions properly, you need to take care of the engine in an appropriate way.

So, how should you do that?

Here’s a quick look at some of the necessary steps to take.

Regular Changing of the Oil is Necessary

It’s the oil that lubricates your engine. So, it is extremely important for the oil to be in good condition. It should be clean and free of degradation. If you keep the same oil for a long time, it is going to have a negative impact on the engine, which is going to cause an engine failure at some point.

In addition to the oil, the oil filters should be replaced as well. It will help to keep the engine free from all the dirt and filth that floats on the oil. Thus, the chances of increasing the engine’s durability is sure to enhance if the oil filters are also replaced, along with the oil, on a regular basis.

Ensure the Cooling System is well Maintained

The cooling system is surely one of the most important parts of an engine. As the name suggests, it plays a role in keeping the engine cool. This is not an easy task, especially taking into account the fact that the engine plays an extremely important role in running the car, and taking up the loads placed on it. High engine loads in combination with inefficient cooling leads to engine malfunction. So, it is extremely important to keep the cooling system of the car in a good working condition.

How can you do that?

One of the best ways is to use the coolant properly. If the proper amount of coolant is circulated, it ensures that the engine does not get too much heated and can be cooled down easily. So, the engine functions properly for a long time.

Repair Leaks As Soon as You Find Them

Can you see a leak in the engine? Or can you smell it? The smell of the oil will tell you that there is a leak in the engine. And if it is really there, you should take necessary steps to ensure that the leak is mended. Such leaks occur due to overheating. And most of these are caused when the engine becomes older.

The best way to solve this problem is to keep your eyes open. And if you can find even a minor leak in the engine of your car, you should immediately repair it. Remember, it is never wise to let the trivial seepage turn into a serious issue that can take a lot of effort to do away with and take a large amount of money.

Don’t Ignore Engine Warning Lights

Has it ever occurred that the warning lights of your car have blinked and come on, yet you have not paid any attention to those? This can be a major mistake that you have made. There are many cases when the warning light shows up as a major problem has occurred. So, it is never a good idea to ignore them. However, at times, the warning light is caused due to minor problems as well. No matter what the case is, you should have a look at it. And if you find that there is an issue with the engine, you should undertake the necessary steps.

If you own a car, it is almost imperative for you to take proper care of it. You may want to consider a private number plate to give it an enhanced look. But you should always ensure that the engine functions properly over time. It will also help you save money in avoiding repairs. So, take appropriate care of the engine to ensure that it offers you a reliable service over time.