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A light-up, full-size DeLorean time machine used at multiple promotional events at Universal Studios Hollywood. Doc Brown's (Christopher Lloyd) time-traveling DeLorean was the signature vehicle in Robert Zemeckis' Back to the Future trilogy, used throughout each film by Brown and Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) as they scrambled to save history.

This ornately detailed, full-size 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 replica was constructed for a private collector in the late 1990s by DeLorean of California service manager Danny Botkin, who also helped restore the screen-used "A" DeLorean from Back to the Future. Universal hired this DeLorean from a private collection to use at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk events throughout the 2000s, including the 2007 "Countdown to the Final Flight" event held for Back to the Future: The Ride. The car was featured in the June 2007 Car & Driver magazine.

The exterior of the vehicle is installed with extensive custom-fabricated replica components matching those seen in the films, including a Mr. Fusion Home Energy Reactor, an "OUTATIME" license plate dated "AUG 86," a Flux Capacitor, and a medley of auxiliary lights and wires along the undercarriage and tailfins. It features a trapezoidal windshield with gullwing doors, Goodrich tires, and the signature stainless steel body panels associated with the brand. The frame has been powder coated to prevent rust. The lights illuminate via a key fob, while halogen lights inside the car vents operate via a switch on the interior.

The vehicle's two-seat interior is similarly overhauled with both operational and faux electronic components, including three adjustable time circuit boxes labeled "Destination Time," "Present Time," and "Last Time Departed," a Dayton electronics kit on the center console, and a keypad which operates phone sound effects adjacent to the wheel.

It is upholstered with gray corduroy and black leather with DeLorean Motor Company labels visible throughout the interior, including on a manufacturer's plaque on the driver's side dated "Aug. 81," on the floor rugs, and on QR code decals applied under each door. Numerous sound clips can be played via internal and external speakers. A Panasonic radio, a backup camera, and a three-battery system in the trunk designed to operate the time machine features and stereo are also installed. Also included are a Letter of Authenticity from Botkin confirming that this privately-owned Delorean was hired for several official Universal Studios promotional events, a breakdown of the car's electrical systems and instruments, and color-printed photographs of Lloyd and Jay Leno with the vehicle.

This DeLorean is fully operational, registered, and insured with Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) SCEDT26T3BD002901 and a current mileage of 22,532. Due to its previous operation and exhibition, several of the replica components on the back exhibit loosening and minor staining, the interior upholstery exhibits minor grime and wear, and the right-side dash panel lights are not currently functional. As this is a functioning vehicle, legal transfer of title will need to take place before delivery can be arranged. Dimensions: 170" x 75" x 90" (432 cm x 190.5 cm x 229 cm)

Contains electronic components; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.

Contains mechanical components; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.

Special shipping required; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.

Estimate: $150,000 - 300,000



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