My Plates to auction rare Texas license plate numbers

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In the early days of motorized vehicles, license plates and numbers were registered to all "horseless carriages," with the first Texas license plate being issued in 1917. Even back then, all vehicles or machines had to be registered for legal use on public roads, streets, or byways of the Lone Star State.

Now My Plates, the official vendor for specialty license plates in Texas, is auctioning a limited release of historic license plate numbers as part of their Great Plate Auction. My Plates will be offering eight rare, low-license-plate numbers for sale in the auction that runs through November 17, 2021.

These eight rare Texas plate numbers range from a low of 27 to a high of 2022. Perhaps you wore 27 as a sports jersey or you're from the 27^th state, Florida? It could be you wish to begin celebrating 2022 already, and who can blame you? For these or other reasons you decide, you can bid on one of these great plate messages starting today!

Other unique numbers include 75, 250 and the repeating number 333. If you're into directions, then possibly 180 or 360 are more in your lane?

"Low numbers hold a special place in Texas' license plate story, and this auction will give Texans the opportunity to own a rare piece of history," said Steve Farrar, President of My Plates.

Not into numbers? No worries, as My Plates has forty-two other great plate messages to bid on, from Texas themes, sports and even rare 2-character messages.

Looking for something car related? Try CUSTOM, RARE or BUICK, and for Volkswagen owners there's two special options, LOVEBUG and VW.

College more your thing? The auction is showcasing some great university-themed messages including GIGGEM, OU, LNGHRN, BU and FROGZ.

Unlike other everyday Texas license plates, plate messages sold at auction by My Plates are legally transferable. This means the plate owner has the right to pass it on to a family member, or gift to a friend. Transferability also means these plates can be sold, and therefore could make great investments. Any future recipient also gets the same ongoing transfer rights.

Each plate message offered in this auction is for an initial 5-year term and have an opening bid of only $500, with only a few with a reserve above that price. Hence, on most plate messages, an opening bid could be the winning bid for that lot if no other bids are received.

"There are a lot of unique, clever, fun and interesting plate messages available, and through the auction, Texans have an opportunity to secure one," said Steve Farrar. 

The My Plates Great Plate Auction is online-only and may be accessed via www.myplates.com/auction. Registering is quick and easy and once completed, you'll be able to bid on your desired plate message.

Auction Details:

• Dates: October 11 to November 17, 2021. 
• Online auction accessed via www.myplates.com/auction.
• All bidders must be registered to place a bid.
• People interested in the auction can visit www.myplates.com/auction for more information, to register and to view the complete list of plate messages for sale.
• Winners get to place the plate message on any of the 100+ eligible My Plates Select designs.

Previous Auction Results:

• 12THMAN sold for $115,000 in September 2013, making it the most expensive plate message in Texas.
• HOUSTON sold for $25,000 in January 2013.
• 3 sold for $20,500 in May 2019.
• 8 sold for $10,500 in November 2018.
• ALAMO sold for $10,250 in March 2016.
• 99 sold for $9,000 in April 2018.
• 1969 sold for $5,250 in August 2017.

Why buy at Auction?

• Opportunity to purchase a truly exclusive plate message from My Plates' reserve collection.
• First right of renewal at the state's everyday pricing, which means you can keep the plate for as long as you choose to renew it.
• Auction plates are fully transferable. Not only can they be transferred from one vehicle to another, but also person-to-person, such as parent to their children or friend-to-friend. The plate owner also has the right to sell the plate message to another person with the same ongoing rights. As a result, auction plates could be an excellent investment.
• Peace of mind, knowing that you're purchasing your official Texas license plates from My Plates, the authorized specialty plate vendor for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Supports the General Revenue Fund of Texas, which provides services for all Texans.

Texas 2021 Great Plate Auction List – 50 LOTS

My Plates designs and markets new specialty license plates as a vendor for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. Texans have bought more than 500,000 My Plates since November 2009, putting more than $115M in the state general revenue fund. My Plates' goal is to create a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship designed to maximize revenues for the state through the sale of My Plates specialty plates. www.myplates.com.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.  For every $1 the agency spends, it returns more than $10 in state revenue. These funds are primarily used to build and maintain the state's roads and bridges. Each year the agency registers approximately 25 million vehicles; regulates vehicle dealers; credentials buses and big trucks for intrastate and interstate commerce; issues oversize and overweight permits; and awards grants to law enforcement agencies to reduce vehicle burglaries and thefts. Learn more at www.TxDMV.gov.

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