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Ferrari List

Ferrari 166 (1947-53)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 166 from 1947 to 1953 was approximately **33 units**. This includes various models such as the 166 Spyder Corsa, 166 MM, and 166 Inter.
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Price New: In 1947, the new price for a Ferrari 166 in the UK was approximately **£2,500**.
£2,500 in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£75,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1947, the main rivals of the Ferrari 166 and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar XK120**: Approximately £1,200
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,000
- **Alfa Romeo 6C 2500**: Approximately £1,500

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **15 Ferrari 166 (1947-53)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1947, the cost of road tax in the UK for a Ferrari 166, which had an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, was approximately **£1 per horsepower**. Given the Ferrari 166's engine capacity, this would have amounted to around **£20 per year**.
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Petrol: In 1947, the price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **24.25 pence per litre**.
24.25 pence per litre in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£1.90** today.
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Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 166 in the UK in 1947. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1947/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1947, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£200**.
£200 in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£6,000** today.
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In 1947, the average price of a house in the UK was approximately **£1,600**.
£1,600 in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£48,000** today.
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In 1947, the average price of a new car in the UK was approximately **£1,000**.
£1,000 in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£30,000** today.
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In 1947, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was approximately **9 pence**.
9 pence in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **£1.10** today.
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I couldn't find specific information about the average price of a bus journey per mile in the UK in 1947. However, bus fares were generally quite low compared to today's prices.
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I couldn't find specific information about the average price per mile for a taxi journey in the UK in 1947. However, taxi fares were generally much lower back then compared to today.
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In 1947, the average cost per mile for a railway journey in the UK was approximately **1 penny per mile**.
1 penny per mile in 1947 is equivalent to approximately **16 pence per mile** today.
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In 1947, there were approximately **3 million vehicles** on UK roads.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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In 1947, the population of the UK was approximately **49.5 million** people.
The estimated population of the UK in 2025 is approximately **69.5 million** people.
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Ferrari 195 (1950-52)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 195 from 1950 to 1952 was approximately **27 units**.
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Price New: In 1950, the new price for a Ferrari 195 in the UK was approximately **£3,000**.
£3,000 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£90,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1950, the main rivals of the Ferrari 195 and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar XK120**: Approximately £1,200
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,000
- **Alfa Romeo 6C 2500**: Approximately £1,500

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in the UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **10 Ferrari 195 (1950-52)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.


Road Tax: In 1950, the price of road tax in the UK was based on the horsepower of the vehicle. For cars, it was **£1 per horsepower**. So, for a car with an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, the road tax would be around **£20 per year**.
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Petrol: In 1950, the price of road tax in the UK was based on the horsepower of the vehicle. For cars, it was **£1 per horsepower**. So, for a car with an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, the road tax would be around **£20 per year**.
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Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 195 in the UK in 1950. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1950/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1950, the average annual salary in the UK was just over **£100**.
£100 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£2,800** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a house in the UK was approximately **£1,891**.
£1,891 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£53,000** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a new car in the UK was approximately **£1,016**.
£1,016 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£28,781** today.
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In 1950, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was approximately **4 pence**.
4 pence per loaf in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£1.20** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a bus journey per mile in the UK was approximately **2 pence per mile**.
The average cost of a bus journey per mile in the UK in 1950 (2 pence per mile) equates to approximately £0.77 (77 pence) per mile in today’s money (2025).
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In 1950, taxi fares in the UK were regulated and varied slightly depending on the city or region. However, historical records indicate that the average price per mile for a taxi journey in London, which serves as a representative benchmark, was approximately 1 shilling (1s). This equates to 5 pence (£0.05) in decimal currency after the UK’s switch to decimalisation in 1971.
For context, modern taxi fares vary by location and time of day but generally range between £2 and £3 per mile under standard tariffs across most UK cities today (as of February 2025). This suggests that while nominal prices have increased significantly due to inflation, real-world costs have remained relatively consistent when adjusted for purchasing power.
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In 1950, the price per mile for a railway journey in the UK was approximately 2 pence for third-class travel and around 4 pence or more for first-class travel.
In today’s terms (adjusted for inflation), the price per mile for a railway journey in the UK in 1950 would equate to approximately £0.33 per mile for third-class travel and around £0.67 or more per mile for first-class travel.
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In 1950, there were approximately 2.47 million vehicles using UK roads.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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The population of the United Kingdom in 1950 was 50,121,017
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale (1951-53)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale from 1951 to 1953 was approximately **110 units**.
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Price New: In 1951, the new price for a Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale in the UK was approximately **£3,500**.
£3,500 in 1951 is equivalent to approximately **£100,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1951, the main rivals of the Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar XK120**: Approximately £1,200
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,000
- **Alfa Romeo 6C 2500**: Approximately £1,500

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in the UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **20 Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale (1951-53)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1951, the price of road tax in the UK was still based on the horsepower of the vehicle. For cars, it was **£1 per horsepower**. So, for a car with an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, the road tax would be around **£20 per year**.
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Petrol: In 1951, the average price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **39.75 pence per gallon**, which equates to around **3.98 pence per litre**.
3.98 pence per litre in 1951 is equivalent to approximately **32 pence per litre** today.
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Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 212 Inter Vignale in the UK in 1951. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1951/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1951, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£380** for male manual workers and **£508** for female manual workers. These figures reflect the wages for unskilled labour at the time.
Adjusting for inflation, the average annual salary in the UK in 1951 would be approximately **£38,000 to £51,000** in 2025 terms. This is a rough estimate and can vary based on different inflation measures.
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In 1951, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£1,891**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£60,000 to £70,000** in today's terms.
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In 1951, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£600**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£15,000 to £20,000** in today's terms.
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In 1951, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **4 pence** - Hansard - UK Parliament](https://hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/1951-04-11/debates/4513f05c-1ebd-4a76-9fe3-b4e46947c89c/Bread%28Prices%29). Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms.
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In 1951, the average price per mile of a bus journey in the UK was around **2 pence**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£0.60 to £0.70** in today's terms.
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In 1951, the average price per mile for a taxi journey in the UK was around **2 shillings and 6 pence** (approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms).
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In 1951, the average price per mile of a railway journey in the UK was around **1 penny per mile** (approximately **£0.03 to £0.04** in today's terms).
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In 1951, there were approximately **4 million vehicles** using UK roads. This included a mix of private cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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In 1951, the population of the UK was approximately **50.3 million** people.
As of 2025, the population of the UK is estimated to be around **69.5 million** people - Worldometer](https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/uk-population/).
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Ferrari 250 GT Boano (1956-59)

Production Total: 130
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Price New: In 1956, the new price for a Ferrari 250 GT Boano in the UK was approximately **£4,000**.
£4,000 in 1956 is equivalent to approximately **£120,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1956, the main rivals of the Ferrari 250 GT Boano and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar XK140**: Approximately £1,200
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,000
- **Alfa Romeo 6C 2500**: Approximately £1,500

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **25 Ferrari 250 GT Boano (1956)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1956, the road tax for a Ferrari 250 GT Boano in the UK would have been based on its horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 250 GT Boano had an engine capacity of around 3 liters, the road tax would have been approximately **£30 per year**.
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Petrol: In 1956, the cost of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately 14.1 pence per litre.
14.1 pence per litre in 1956 is equivalent to approximately **£1.20 per litre** today.
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Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 250 GT Boano in the UK in 1956. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1956/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1956, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£478** for male manual workers and **£360** for female manual workers.
Adjusting for inflation, the average annual salary in the UK in 1956 would be approximately **£48,000 to £58,000** in 2025 terms.
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In 1956, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£2,003**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£38,000 to £40,000** in today's terms.
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In 1956, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£541**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£10,000 to £12,000** in today's terms.
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In 1956, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **10½d** (approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms).
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In 1956, the average cost per mile of a bus journey in the UK was around **2 pence**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£0.30 to £0.40** in today's terms.
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In 1956, the average cost per mile of a taxi journey in the UK was around **2 shillings and 6 pence** (approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms).
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In 1956, the average price per mile of a railway journey in the UK was around **1 penny per mile** (approximately **£0.03 to £0.04** in today's terms).
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In 1956, there were approximately **4.5 million vehicles** using UK roads. This included a mix of private cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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In 1956, the population of the UK was approximately **51.4 million** people.
As of 2025, the population of the UK is estimated to be around **69.5 million** people - Worldometer](https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/uk-population/).
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Ferrari 250 GT Lusso (1962-64)

Total Production: The total production of the Ferrari 250 GT Lusso from 1962 to 1964 was approximately **350 units**.
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Price New: In 1962, the new price for a Ferrari 250 GT Lusso in the UK was approximately **£4,500**.
£4,500 in 1962 is equivalent to approximately **£120,000** today.
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Rivals:
In 1962, the main rivals of the Ferrari 250 GT Lusso and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar E-Type**: Approximately £2,000
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,500
- **Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint**: Approximately £1,200

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **50 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso (1962-64)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1962, the road tax for a Ferrari 250 GT Lusso in the UK would have been based on its horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 250 GT Lusso had an engine capacity of around 3 litres, the road tax would have been approximately **£30 per year**.
£30 per year in 1956 is equivalent to approximately **£900** today.
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Petrol: In 1962, the average price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately 22.5 pence per litre.
22.5 pence per litre in 1962 is equivalent to approximately **£1.85 per litre** today.
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Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 250 GT Lusso in the UK in 1962. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1962/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1962, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£1,000** for male manual workers and **£600** for female manual workers.
Adjusting for inflation, the average annual salary in the UK in 1962 would be approximately **£60,000 to £70,000** in 2025 terms.
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In 1962, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£2,500**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£60,000 to £65,000** in today's terms.
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In 1962, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£1,000**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£25,000 to £30,000** in today's terms.
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In 1962, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **11.5d** (approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms).
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In 1962, the average cost per mile for a bus journey in the UK was around **1 penny per mile** (approximately **£0.03 to £0.04** in today's terms).
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In 1962, the average price per mile for a taxi journey in the UK was around **2 shillings and 6 pence** (approximately **£1.50 to £2** in today's terms).
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In 1962, the average cost per mile for a railway journey in the UK was around **1 penny per mile** (approximately **£0.03 to £0.04** in today's terms).
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In 1962, there were approximately **5 million vehicles** using UK roads. This included a mix of private cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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In 1962, the population of the UK was approximately **53.3 million** people.
As of 2025, the population of the UK is estimated to be around **69.5 million** people - Worldometer](https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/uk-population/).
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Ferrari 275 GTB (1964-66)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 275 GTB from 1964 to 1966 was approximately **455 units**.
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Price New: In 1964, the new price for a Ferrari 275 GTB in the UK was approximately **£5,000**.
£5,000 in 1964 is equivalent to approximately **£120,000** today.
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Rivals
In 1964, the main rivals of the Ferrari 275 GTB and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar E-Type**: Approximately £2,000
- **Porsche 911**: Approximately £1,500
- **Aston Martin DB5**: Approximately £3,000

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **50 Ferrari 275 GTB (1964-66)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax:
In 1964, the road tax for a Ferrari 275 GTB in the UK would have been based on its engine size and horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 275 GTB had an engine capacity of around 3.3 litres, the road tax would have been approximately **£30 per year**.
£30 per year in 1984 is equivalent to approximately **£110** today.
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Petrol: In 1964, the average price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **5 pence per litre**.
5 pence per litre in 1964 is equivalent to approximately **£1.20 per litre** today.
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Insurance: The average price of insurance for a Ferrari 275 GTB in the UK in 1964 is estimated to have been between £325 and £650 annually for comprehensive coverage (approximately equivalent to £7,500–£15,000 today when adjusted for inflation). For third-party coverage alone, costs may have ranged from £100–£200 annually (£2,300–£4,600 today).
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1964/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1964, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£1,000** for male manual workers and **£500** for female manual workers.
Adjusting for inflation, the average annual salary in the UK in 1964 would be approximately **£25,000 to £30,000** in 2025 terms.
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In 1964, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£3,300**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£60,000 to £65,000** in today's terms.
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In 1964, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£624**. Adjusting for inflation, this would be approximately **£11,000 to £12,000** in today's terms.
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In 1964, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **9 pence**.
Adjusting for inflation, **9 pence in 1964** would be approximately **£1.60 to £1.70** in 2025 terms.
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In 1964, the average cost of a bus journey per mile in the UK was approximately 3.5 pence per mile (in pre-decimal currency, this would be roughly equivalent to 8.4 old pence per mile). This figure is derived from historical transport data and economic records of the time, which indicate that public transportation costs were relatively low due to government subsidies and lower operational expenses compared to modern times.
Adjusting for inflation, **3.5 pence in 1964** would be approximately **£0.75 to £0.80** in 2025 terms.
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The average price per mile of a taxi journey in the UK in 1964 was approximately 6 pence (0.025 GBP) in pre-decimal currency terms.
Adjusting for inflation, **6 pence in 1964** would be approximately **£1.05 to £1.10** in 2025 terms.
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The average price per mile of a railway journey in the UK in 1964 was approximately 2.5 pence (pre-decimal currency), which is equivalent to about £0.50 (50 pence) per mile when adjusted for inflation to today’s values (2025).
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In 1964, there were approximately **6 million vehicles** on UK roads. This included a mix of private cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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Ferrari 308 GTS (1977-85)

Total Production: The total production of the Ferrari 308 GTS from 1977 to 1985 was approximately **2,826 units**.
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Price New: In 1975, the new price for a Ferrari 308 GTS in the UK was approximately **£8,000**.
£8,000 in 1975 is equivalent to approximately **£90,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1975, the main rivals of the Ferrari 308 GTS and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar E-Type**: Approximately £2,000
- **Porsche 911**: Approximately £5,000
- **BMW 3.0 CSL**: Approximately £3,000

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **150 Ferrari 308 GTS (1975-85)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1975, the road tax for a Ferrari 308 GTS in the UK would have been based on its engine size and horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 308 GTS had an engine capacity of around 3 litres, the road tax would have been approximately **£30 per year**.
£30 per year in 1956 is equivalent to approximately **£900** today.
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Petrol: The average price of four-star petrol in 1975 in the UK was approximately 16.05p per litre. 16.05 pence per litre in 1975 is equivalent to approximately **£1.30 per litre** today.
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Insurance: The average cost of insuring a Ferrari 308 GTS in the UK in 1977 is estimated to have been between £300 and £500 annually, depending on factors like driver profile and location.
In today’s terms (2025), the estimated annual cost of insuring a Ferrari 308 GTS based on its historical cost (£300–£500 annually in 1977) would equate to approximately £2,493–£4,155 when adjusted for inflation. However, due to modern collector car insurance practices and reduced usage patterns typical of classic cars like the Ferrari 308 GTS, actual premiums today are likely lower—ranging between £800–£1,200 annually depending on driver profile and policy specifics.
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1977/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1977, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£3,500**.
£3,500 in 1977 is equivalent to approximately **£40,000** today.
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In 1977, the average price of a house in the UK was approximately **£13,000**.
£13,000 in 1977 is equivalent to approximately **£150,000** today.
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In 1977, the average price of a new car in the UK was approximately **£2,000**.
£2,000 in 1977 is equivalent to approximately **£23,000** today.
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In 1977, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was approximately **21 pence**.
21 pence per loaf in 1977 is equivalent to approximately **£2.40** today.
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The estimated cost per mile for a bus journey in the UK in 1977 ranged from £0.05 to £0.10, depending on the region and specific fare structures applied by operators at that time.
In 2025, a bus journey costing between £0.05 and £0.10 per mile in 1977 would equate to approximately £0.43 to £0.85 per mile after adjusting for inflation using Consumer Price Index data from those years.
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The average price per mile for a taxi journey in the UK in late 1977 was approximately £0.45–£0.50, with slight regional variations depending on location and specific fare structures outside London.
The average price per mile for a taxi journey in the UK in late 1977 (£0.45–£0.50) would equate to approximately £0.85–£0.95 per mile in late 2025, adjusted for inflation using estimated Retail Price Index values over this period.
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The average cost per mile for a railway journey in the UK in 1977 was approximately 3.5 pence per mile.
The average cost per mile for a railway journey in the UK in 1977 (3.5 pence) equates to approximately 27.79 pence per mile today, adjusted for inflation.
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Approximately 21 million vehicles were using UK roads in 1977.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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According to what is known, the United Kingdom ended 1977 with a population of 56,183,968 people. This figure represents a slight decrease of 19,048 individuals compared to the population in 1976.
The estimated population of the United Kingdom in mid-2025 is projected to be approximately 68,180,606 people.
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Ferrari 340 America (1950-55)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 340 America from 1950 to 1955 was approximately **25 units**.
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Price New: In 1950, the new price for a Ferrari 340 America in the UK was approximately **£2,500**.
£2,500 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£75,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1950, the main rivals of the Ferrari 340 America and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Jaguar XK120**: Approximately £1,200
- **Mercedes-Benz 300SL**: Approximately £2,000
- **Alfa Romeo 6C 2500**: Approximately £1,500

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **5 Ferrari 340 America (1950-55)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1950, the price of road tax in the UK was based on the horsepower of the vehicle. For cars, it was **£1 per horsepower**. So, for a car with an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, the road tax would be around **£20 per year**.
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Petrol: Petrol: In 1950, the price of road tax in the UK was based on the horsepower of the vehicle. For cars, it was **£1 per horsepower**. So, for a car with an engine capacity of over 1,500cc, the road tax would be around **£20 per year**.

Insurance: I couldn't find specific information about the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 195 in the UK in 1950. However, car insurance was generally much more affordable back then compared to today.
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1950/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1950, the average annual salary in the UK was just over **£100**.
£100 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£2,800** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a house in the UK was approximately **£1,891**.
£1,891 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£53,000** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a new car in the UK was approximately **£1,016**.
£1,016 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£28,781** today.
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In 1950, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was approximately **4 pence**.
4 pence per loaf in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£1.20** today.
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In 1950, the average cost of a bus journey per mile in the UK was approximately **2 pence per mile**.
The average cost of a bus journey per mile in the UK in 1950 (2 pence per mile) equates to approximately £0.77 (77 pence) per mile in today’s money (2025).
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In 1950, taxi fares in the UK were regulated and varied slightly depending on the city or region. However, historical records indicate that the average price per mile for a taxi journey in London, which serves as a representative benchmark, was approximately 1 shilling (1s). This equates to 5 pence (£0.05) in decimal currency after the UK’s switch to decimalisation in 1971.
For context, modern taxi fares vary by location and time of day but generally range between £2 and £3 per mile under standard tariffs across most UK cities today (as of February 2025). This suggests that while nominal prices have increased significantly due to inflation, real-world costs have remained relatively consistent when adjusted for purchasing power.
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In 1950, the price per mile for a railway journey in the UK was approximately 2 pence for third-class travel and around 4 pence or more for first-class travel.
In today’s terms (adjusted for inflation), the price per mile for a railway journey in the UK in 1950 would equate to approximately £0.33 per mile for third-class travel and around £0.67 or more per mile for first-class travel.
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In 1950, there were approximately 2.47 million vehicles using UK roads.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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The population of the United Kingdom in 1950 was 50,121,017
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.

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Ferrari 348 TB (1989-95)

Total Production: The total production of the Ferrari 348 TB from 1989 to 1995 was approximately **2,894 units**.
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Price New: In 1989, the new price for a Ferrari 348 TB in the UK was approximately **£35,000**.
£35,000 in 1989 is equivalent to approximately **£85,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1989, the main rivals of the Ferrari 348 TB and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Porsche 911**: Approximately £25,000
- **Jaguar XJ-S**: Approximately £20,000
- **BMW 6 Series**: Approximately £15,000

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **250 Ferrari 348 TB (1989-95)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax:
In 1989, the road tax for a Ferrari 348 TB in the UK would have been based on its engine size and horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 348 TB had an engine capacity of around 3.4 litres, the road tax would have been approximately **£35 per year**.
£30 per year in 1956 is equivalent to approximately **£900** today.
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Petrol: In 1989, the average price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **73.2 pence per litre**. 73.2 pence per litre in 1989 is equivalent to approximately **£1.50 per litre** today.
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Insurance: In the UK in 1989, the average cost of insurance for a Ferrari 348 TB was approximately £2,500–£5,000 annually for an experienced driver with a clean record living outside major urban centres. For younger or higher-risk drivers or those living in cities like London, premiums could exceed £7,000–£10,000 per year.
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Ferrari 488 (2015-19)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari 488 from 2015 to 2019 was approximately **9,000 units**.
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Price New: In 2015, the new price for a Ferrari 488 in the UK was approximately **£150,000**.
£150,000 in 2015 is equivalent to approximately **£180,000** today.
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Rivals: In 2015, the main rivals of the Ferrari 488 and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Porsche 911 Carrera**: Approximately £80,000
- **Aston Martin Vantage**: Approximately £110,000
- **McLaren 650S**: Approximately £180,000

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **500 Ferrari 488 (2015-19)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 2015, the road tax for a Ferrari 488 in the UK would have been **£735 per year**.
£735 per year in 2015 is equivalent to approximately **£900** today.
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Petrol: In 2015, the average price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **£1.30 per litre**.
73.2 pence per litre in 1989 is equivalent to approximately **£1.50 per litre** today.
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Insurance:
The average cost of insuring a Ferrari 488 GTB in the UK in 2015 ranged between £4,000 and £6,000 annually for an experienced driver with favourable circumstances (e.g., clean driving record). However, younger or less experienced drivers could face premiums exceeding £10,000 per year due to increased risk factors associated with insuring such a high-performance vehicle.
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2015/COST OF LIVING/UK
In 2015, the average annual salary for full-time employees in the UK was approximately **£27,600**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 2015 and 2025, **£27,600 in 2015 would be equivalent to approximately £34,000 to £35,000** in 2025.
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In 2015, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£195,733**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 2015 and 2025, **£195,733 in 2015** would be equivalent to approximately **£245,000 to £250,000** in 2025.
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In 2015, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£27,600**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 2015 and 2025, **£27,600 in 2015 would be equivalent to approximately £34,000 to £35,000** in 2025.
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In 2015, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **£1.20**.
Adjusting for inflation, **£1.20 in 2015** would be approximately **£1.50 to £1.60** in 2025 terms.
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In 2015, the average cost per mile for a bus journey in the UK was around **£1.50**.
Adjusting for inflation, **£1.50 in 2015** would be approximately **£1.80 to £1.85** in 2025 terms.
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In 2015, the average cost per mile for a taxi journey in the UK was around **£3 to £4**.
Adjusting for inflation, **£3 to £4 per mile in 2015** would be approximately **£3.60 to £4.80 per mile** in 2025 terms.
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In 2015, the average cost per mile for a railway journey in the UK was around **£0.14 to £0.15**.
Adjusting for inflation, **£0.14 to £0.15 per mile in 2015** would be approximately **£0.17 to £0.18 per mile** in 2025 terms.
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In 2015, the average cost per mile for a car journey in the UK was around **£0.50 to £0.60**.
Adjusting for inflation, **£0.50 to £0.60 per mile in 2015** would be approximately **£0.60 to £0.70 per mile** in 2025 terms.
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In 2015, there were approximately **36.5 million vehicles** licensed for use on UK roads.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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Ferrari 512 Testarossa (1984-96)

The total production of the Ferrari 512 Testarossa from 1984 to 1996 was approximately **9,939 units**.
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Price New: In 1984, the new price for a Ferrari 512 Testarossa in the UK was approximately **£50,000**. £2,500 in 1950 is equivalent to approximately **£75,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1984, the main rivals of the Ferrari 512 Testarossa and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Porsche 911 Carrera**: Approximately £23,729
- **Jaguar XJ-S**: Approximately £23,385
- **BMW 3-Series**: Approximately £7,260 - £10,300

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
As of 2025, the DVLA records approximately **100 Ferrari 512 Testarossa (1984-96)** vehicles registered in the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1984, the road tax for a Ferrari 512 Testarossa in the UK would have been based on its engine size and horsepower. Given that the Ferrari 512 Testarossa had an engine capacity of around 4.9 litres, the road tax would have been approximately **£35 per year**.
£35 per year in 1984 is equivalent to approximately **£110** today.
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Petrol: The average price of four-star petrol in the UK in 1984 was 38.7 pence per litre.
The average price of four-star petrol in the UK in 1984 (38.7 pence per litre) equates to approximately £1.59 per litre in today’s terms (2025), after adjusting for inflation at a cumulative rate of 310.77%
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Insurance: The average cost of insuring a Ferrari Testarossa in the UK in 1984 was approximately £4,387 per year, though actual costs varied depending on individual circumstances such as driver age, location, and driving history.
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1984/COST OF LIVING UK
In 1984, the average annual salary in the UK was approximately **£6,500** for male manual workers and **£3,250** for female manual workers.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **£6,500 in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **£34,000 to £35,000** in 2025.
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In 1984, the average price of a house in the UK was around **£30,000**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **£30,000 in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **£158,000 to £160,000** in 2025.
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In 1984, the average price of a new car in the UK was around **£6,500**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **£6,500 in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **£34,000 to £35,000** in 2025.
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In 1984, the average price of a loaf of bread in the UK was around **38 pence**.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **38 pence in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **£1.60 to £1.70** in 2025.
In 2025, the average cost of a loaf of bread in the UK is approximately **£1.60 to £1.70**.
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The average cost per mile of a bus journey in the UK in 1984 was approximately 20 pence in urban areas like central London, with potential variations up to 25–30 pence per mile in rural or less subsidized regions.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **20 pence in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **85 pence to 90 pence** in 2025.
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In 1984, the average cost per mile for a taxi journey in the UK was around **58 pence to 82 pence** in London, and **58 pence to 91 pence** outside London.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **58 pence in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **£2.45 to £2.50** in 2025.
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In 1984, the average price per mile of a railway journey in the UK was approximately between 10p and 12p per mile, depending on the length of the trip and type of ticket purchased.
Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.5%** between 1984 and 2025, **12 pence in 1984** would be equivalent to approximately **50 pence to 55 pence** in 2025.
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In 1984, the cost per mile of a car journey in the UK varied depending on the engine capacity of the vehicle and whether it fell within a two-tier mileage system. According to the motor mileage allowance rates approved for Members of Parliament in 1984, the following rates applied:

For vehicles with an engine capacity up to 1300cc:

23.1p per mile for journeys up to 10,000 miles (from October 1, 1984, to March 31, 1985).
11.6p per mile for journeys exceeding this limit.

For vehicles with an engine capacity between 1301cc and 2300cc:

28.2p per mile for journeys up to 10,000 miles.
14.7p per mile for journeys exceeding this limit.

For vehicles with an engine capacity above 2300cc:

36.9p per mile for journeys up to 10,000 miles.
18.5p per mile for journeys exceeding this limit.

These rates were designed based on recommendations from an independent inquiry into motor mileage allowances and were calculated using data from the Royal Automobile Club’s (RAC) Schedule of Estimated Vehicle Running Costs published annually.
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In 1984, there were approximately **18 million vehicles** on UK roads.
As of 2025, there are approximately **41.4 million vehicles** on UK roads.
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Ferrari F355 (1995-99)

Production Total: The total production of the Ferrari F355 from 1995 to 1999 was approximately **11,273 units**.
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Price New: In 1995, the new price for a Ferrari F355 in the UK was approximately **£50,000**.
£50,000 in 1995 is equivalent to approximately **£120,000** today.
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Rivals: In 1995, the main rivals of the Ferrari F355 and their approximate new prices in the UK were:

- **Porsche 911 Carrera**: Approximately £25,000
- **Jaguar XJ-S**: Approximately £20,000
- **BMW 3-Series**: Approximately £15,000

These cars were all competing in the luxury and high-performance segments.
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Recorded in UK 2025
The number of Ferrari F355 vehicles recorded by the DVLA as being in the UK in 2025 is estimated to be between 420 and 440.
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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1995, the road tax for a Ferrari F355 in the UK would have been **£345 per year**.
£345 per year in 1995 is equivalent to approximately **£660** today.
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Petrol: The average price per litre of four-star petrol in the UK in 1995 was approximately between 59p and 61p per litre.
The equivalent price of four-star petrol in today’s terms (2025), adjusted for inflation, would be approximately between £1.33 and £1.38 per litre.
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Insurance: The average annual insurance cost for a Ferrari F355 in the UK in 1995 is estimated to have been between £2,500 and £4,000, depending on variables such as driver age, location (urban vs rural), mileage driven annually, and whether comprehensive or third-party coverage was selected.
This estimate aligns with reports from classic car enthusiasts who insured high-value sports cars during that era. Adjusted for inflation (to 2025 values), this would equate to approximately £5,500–£9,000 today.
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F355 (1995-99)
512 Testarossa (1984-96)
488 (2015-19)
348 TB (1989-95)
340 America (1950-55)
308 GTS (1977-85)
250GT Lusso (1962-64)
250 Boano (1956-59)
212 Inter Vignale (1951-53)
195 (1950-52)
166 (1947-53)
275 GTB (1964-66)

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