Black and Silver number plates

[wilf]

Cars manufactured before Jan 1 1975 can legally use black and silver number plates:

https://insidedvla.blog.gov.uk/2015/11/17/whats-the-story-with-black-and-silver-number-plates/

I didn't know that until a friend passed it on!

[KOY 23]

It's now linked to historic status, so after 1st April all cars made before 1st Jan 1976 can wear them.

[DJT]

And I still can't understand why this should be the case.....

[StagJonno]

If you are looking for a set of B+W plates I can recommend Tipper - they make from the original stamps pressed plates of the correct size for 1964 - 1973.
Also some from 1960 – 1970 ‘s

I used them for a new set raised Y+B pair for my Stag – a huge difference & better than the plastic ones. Can highly recommend them
Took about a week from order to delivery.



Price list is on their website

http://www.tippersvintageplates.co.uk/phdi/p1.nsf/supppages/tippers?opendocument&part=2

Like Dave - I can't see the point of rolling exception to cover B+W Plates as they were changed around 1973 so that should be the cut off - maybe easier to do this as a package to the rules

Neil

Like those, Neil. Appropriate period, and keeps the safety visibility benefit, which is why they were introduced in the first place. Low on my list, but I'll keep in mind, thanks.

Jonno

PS - back in the day, I remember coveting the "new" reflective plates!

[nib]

If you are looking for a set of B+W plates I can recommend Tipper - they make from the original stamps pressed plates of the correct size for 1964 - 1973.
Also some from 1960 – 1970 ‘s

I used them for a new set raised Y+B pair for my Stag – a huge difference & better than the plastic ones. Can highly recommend them
Took about a week from order to delivery.



Price list is on their website

http://www.tippersvintageplates.co.uk/phdi/p1.nsf/supppages/tippers?opendocument&part=2

Like Dave - I can't see the point of rolling exception to cover B+W Plates as they were changed around 1973 so that should be the cut off - maybe easier to do this as a package to the rules

Neil

Forgetting what year qualifies for b+w number plates, carmine red is definitely suited to yellow (+ white) number plates imho.
Nice car Neil
Mark

[Stagsongas]

Cars manufactured before Jan 1 1975 can legally use black and silver number plates:

https://insidedvla.blog.gov.uk/2015/11/17/whats-the-story-with-black-and-silver-number-plates/

I didn't know that until a friend passed it on!

Thanks Wilf,

That's a very useful link which has cleared a lot of points up for me, and some of the info was very interesting, not least;

'Dating certificates from a vehicle enthusiasts’ club are not acceptable to change the date of manufacture for an already registered vehicle'.

Regards

Steve

[DJT]

Forgetting what year qualifies for b+w number plates, carmine red is definitely suited to yellow (+ white) number plates imho.
Nice car Neil
Mark

Can't argue with that Mark.....


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BTW B+W plates now roll forward with Historic (free) Tax class.

[edd]

Let's not forget they also act as a visual reminder being reflective. I prefer yellow and white on a mk2 but I think it's looks more period on the mk1

[Jeff]

Mine being black will suit black/white plates better especially with private plate. Tippers seem expensive but I suppose you get what you pay for.

[GDPR]

I got the metal black and silver plates for my MG and Vitesse from one of the "show plate" suppliers on fleabay- the quality was first class and at £15 a pair was a real saving

I shall be replating the Java beast next April, partly because I can and partly because I think it's more in keeping with the car

[Jeff]

Can you pm me their details please Russ. Ta.

[DJT]

I got the metal black and silver plates for my MG and Vitesse from one of the "show plate" suppliers on fleabay- the quality was first class and at £15 a pair was a real saving

I shall be replating the Java beast next April, partly because I can and partly because I think it's more in keeping with the car

As reflective plates were introduced (not standardised) before the Stag was launched, I can't imagine many left the showroom with the 'old-fashioned' plates. Proud owners of a new, prestige, car would have wanted to appear forward looking and different to the next door neighbour with an old moggy thou.......

[KOY 23]

Mine being black will suit black/white plates better especially with private plate. Tippers seem expensive but I suppose you get what you pay for.

Stealth Stag.

[38rover]

I got the metal black and silver plates for my MG and Vitesse from one of the "show plate" suppliers on fleabay- the quality was first class and at £15 a pair was a real saving

I shall be replating the Java beast next April, partly because I can and partly because I think it's more in keeping with the car

I have been quoted £35 for one plate Silverline thats the silver going longwise on the numerals and numbers

[GDPR]

Can you pm me their details please Russ. Ta.

If I can find them Jeff - it was a couple of years ago