Only 303 DeLoreans Remain on UK Roads 40 Years After Film Release

Forty years after Back To The Future made the DeLorean DMC-12 a cultural icon, only 303 of these cars remain registered for use on UK roads, with an additional 114 stored off-road. Originally built in Northern Ireland in 1981, about 9,000 DeLoreans were produced before the company collapsed into insolvency the next year. The car's distinctive gullwing doors and stainless steel bodywork, coupled with its starring role as a time machine in the film, have cemented its status as a coveted collector's item. Scarcity and enduring pop culture appeal have driven prices up, with fully restored models fetching up to £80,000 at auction. The DeLorean continues to attract public fascination, outshining even luxury sports cars at shows, and remains a source of local pride in Northern Ireland. The legacy of both the car and its film role endures, highlighted by the ongoing enthusiasm among collectors and fans.