Highlights

Professionally converted into a screen-accurate Back to the Future time machine by Sam Creed, a professional props builder for major film productions
Described by the vendor as one of the most accurate Back to the Future replicas offered for sale in the UK
All exterior and interior lighting remotely controlled via key fob
Serviced approximately twelve months ago and carefully stored in a dry garage since

The Appeal

Few cars in motoring history have achieved the cultural status of the DeLorean DMC-12, and no single vehicle has done more for that status than the time-travelling hero car of the Back to the Future trilogy. The combination of John DeLorean's audacious gullwing sports car and one of cinema's most beloved franchises has created an enduring icon, and screen-accurate replicas built to a high standard are remarkably scarce, particularly on this side of the Atlantic.

This 1981 DMC-12 has been comprehensively transformed into a faithful recreation of the film's time machine by Sam Creed, a professional props builder whose credits include major film productions. The base car itself is correct to the film: a 1981 model year with grey leather interior and manual transmission, just as seen on screen. Every recognisable element is present and accounted for, from the flux band lighting and plutonium chamber to the interior's flux capacitor and time circuits display, all controlled remotely via key fob.

Beneath the theatre, this remains a fully functional road car showing 35,878 miles, with the vendor reporting that it starts on the first turn of the key and drives as it should. A service was carried out around twelve months ago, and the car has been stored in a dry garage since. A recommissioning service is advised before sustained road use, but the fundamentals are reported to be sound. The vendor notes that sourcing an equivalent from the United States would cost in excess of $200,000, making this UK-based example particularly noteworthy.

History and Paperwork

Left-hand drive 1981 DeLorean DMC-12, registered in the United Kingdom since June 2015
Previously used sparingly by an advertising company before being acquired by the current owner
Current owner commissioned the Back to the Future conversion by Sam Creed at a reported cost in excess of £60,000
Service carried out approximately twelve months ago; stored in a dry garage since
A recommissioning service is recommended before sustained road use, including fresh fluids, fuel system check, tyre age inspection and a general mechanical set-up
MOT exempt
35,878 miles indicated
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The Condition

Finished in the model's signature unpainted brushed stainless steel
Correct period specification matching the film car: 1981 model year, grey leather interior, manual transmission
All signature exterior elements faithfully recreated, including flux band lighting, plutonium chamber, coils, vents, cables and additional hardware
All exterior and interior lighting is remote-controlled via key fob
The vendor states that the stainless steel bodywork and gullwing doors present in very good order throughout
The vendor describes the interior as presenting in very good condition, with correct period-appropriate grey leather upholstery
Dashboard, centre console and rear parcel area fitted with time machine hardware including flux capacitor, time circuits display, switches, controls, instrumentation and wiring
Additional key fob operates a main battery isolator, allowing long-term storage without battery drain
Described by the vendor as a well-presented and fully functional example that will reward modest preparation before extended road use

This DMC-12 has been meticulously recreated as a faithful Back to the Future time machine replica, finished in its iconic unpainted brushed stainless steel with a grey leather interior and manual transmission to match the film's period specification. The car features all the signature exterior details, including flux band lighting, plutonium chamber, coils, vents, cables, and additional hardware, while the interior is fully equipped with replica time machine components such as the flux capacitor, time circuits, switches, instrumentation, and wiring. Both the exterior and interior lighting are operated by remote key fobs, with a separate fob controlling a battery isolator for convenient long-term storage. According to the vendor, the bodywork, gullwing doors, and interior are all presented in very good condition, and the vehicle is fully functional, requiring only modest preparation before extended road use.

The Mechanics

2.85-litre naturally aspirated PRV V6
Five-speed manual transmission
Reportedly starts on the first turn of the key; the vendor notes all systems in working order
Manual transmission engages cleanly and electrics function as intended

Power comes from the original 2.85-litre naturally aspirated PRV V6 engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission. The vendor reports that the engine starts on the first turn of the key, with all mechanical and electrical systems operating as intended. The manual gearbox is said to engage cleanly, contributing to a reliable and enjoyable driving experience.

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