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Oasis superfan spends £56,000 to personalise car in style
The auction bidder secured a registration plate the Gallagher brothers would be proud of
An Oasis superfan has reportedly paid a staggering £56,040 plus VAT for a personalised number plate commemorating the Manchester band. The registration plate 'OAS 1S' was sold at a recent DVLA auction.
The sale happened last month as the band continue their tour across the UK and their long-awaited reunion. They will be at Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh for three dates on Friday, August 8, Saturday, August 9 and Tuesday, August 12.
And one fan has shown true allegiance to the Gallagher brothers with the purchase of the number plate for an eye-watering amount.
It was reported last month that the plate was up for auction with experts correctly predicting it could sell for around £50,000.
With a starting price of £500, 'OAS 1S' was just one of 2,000 plates ready to be snapped up.
At the time, number plate superfan Neal Bircher, told msn that he wouldn't be surprised if Liam or Noel bid for the plate themselves.
He said: "OAS 1S could go to the band, or someone associated with them, or a fan.
'It could on the other hand be bought for a different reason.
'Lots of businesses are called 'Oasis'. Whatever the case, the Oasis reunion concerts are going to boost interest in it, and probably boost the price as a result
"I'd estimate the hammer price landing somewhere between £40,000 and £50,000, but as ever with auctions, anything can happen!"
While the identity of the buyer remains an unknown, in 1998, rhythm guitarist, Bonehead reportedly purchased the 'OA15S' number plate for £20,000.
Carl Hanley, owner of JDM Plates, a leading provider of legally compliant and bespoke number plates, said the sale gives an insight into a rising trend.
He said: "The 'OAS 1S' sale perfectly captures how much personalised plates are evolving into cultural and personal statements.
"Whether it's a nod to a favourite band, your name, or something clever and collectible, the demand is stronger than ever, and not just among superfans.
'What was once seen as a luxury for the few is now open to all, thanks to the DVLA 's accessible online auction platform.
"With new plates released every eight weeks, and this week's listings starting as low as £70, there's real potential to find something unique, whether you're a seasoned collector or a first-timer."
Some of the standout personalised plates up for grabs this week include:
599 A – £2,500 (starting bid)
400 BEN – £1,200
33 GEM – £1,200
212 LEE – £800
292 SAM – £800
ALF 5IE – £300
Carl added: 'We're seeing more motorists use plates as a creative form of self-expression, and crucially, as a way to stand out without needing to alter their car in costly or warranty-voiding ways.
'Plates can reflect a nickname, a business, an inside joke, and in some cases, like with the OAS 1S plate, tap into culture or fandom. The resale potential of the rarest combinations also continues to draw investor interest.'
JDM Plates have a number plate generator, which helps users explore creative combinations based on names, cars, dates, hobbies and more.
'Once you've won your plate, we help bring it to life,' Carl said.
"From 3D gel and 4D laser finishes to import sizes and show plate styles, we make sure your new registration is not only legal, but something you're proud to display on the road."
