I have a special reg on my Aeromax, bought directly from the DVLA, and am glad I did so. I wouldn't buy one from a reseller as they seem to ask crazy money; however, from the DVLA can be quite cost effective and a nice way to personalise your car.
If you can find a plate you like, I'd do it; however, I wouldn't just stick a random plate on the car to hide the age - Morgans do that well without the need of a reg.
Very much in agreement Simon.
I have certainly found buying direct from the DVLA either direct or at auction a much more reassuring experience.
The two numbers which I didn't buy from DVLA were bought from a numbers agency and whilst in the end they were easy to deal with there is always a nagging doubt as to who you are doing business with and whether they will still be there when the transfer finally comes through. Furthermore they would often appear to use a random number generator to work out the price!
I think the best numbers are those that look nothing to the general public but like Boshly's spell out an unusual name etc.
Regards,
Robert
