By Anna Sola
There are many factors for the bride-to-be and groom to consider when choosing a wedding car; it isn't as straightforward as choosing your dream car.
The place to begin for most couples is settling on a budget, as nearly any sort of vehicle is available, but at a price. There are often considerable variations in pricing between different wedding car providers for very similar vehicles. And usually most of them have great bargains on offer, particularly if you're hiring at comparitively short notice.
There are many types of vehicles offered as wedding cars, and the descriptions employed by hire companies can sometimes be confusing. These are some of the commonest ones:
- Modern Executive Wedding Cars : New up-to-date luxury with air-conditioning e.g. Mercedes, Range Rover, BMW
- Prestige Modern Wedding Cars : Prestige Rolls Royce & Bentley types of automobile
- Ultimate Modern Wedding Cars : New Rolls Royce Ghost & Bentley
- Traditional Vintage Wedding Cars : Cars made from 1920 to 1950
- Traditional Prestige Classic Wedding Cars : Vehicles made from 1950 to 1980
- Classic Wedding Cars : Vehicles made from 1950 to 1980
It is important to therefore consider the distances to be driven on the wedding day as the older vehicles tend to be slower, less comfortable and potentially less reliable.
Which ever sort of vehicle you select , be sure to view the actual car before confirming the booking. The difference in comfort levels and presentation between two cars is difficult to evaluate just from pictures on internet sites or brochures. Yet often the price of hiring a brand new Rolls Royce can be almost the same as a 10 year old or vintage one.
Apart from the bridal couple, think about whether other vehicles are needed for the marriage party. For many weddings, a second car can be useful to transport the bridesmaids and parents from the ceremony to the reception. Many companies will provide a second auto, often an executive car or limousine, at a reduced rate.
As with other parts of the big day, considered planning will ensure the travel arrangements are stress-free. Carefully work through the logistics of how the key people are moved around during the day. Discuss the details and timings with your selected wedding vehicle provider and most crucial, agree some contingency plans and options.
Ultimately make sure all of your wedding car questions are answered, no matter how apparently insignificant. For instance, does the company provide wedding decoration for their vehicles to match your colour scheme? Is champagne included as a part of the package, or is this only upon request? What is the policy on throwing confetti in the car?
The 'right ' wedding car can add much to the style and presentation of a wedding and be a distinctive feature in the wedding pictures. A reputable wedding car company will work with the wedding couple to ensure they receive royal treatment and can enjoy their choice of luxury car.
The place to begin for most couples is settling on a budget, as nearly any sort of vehicle is available, but at a price. There are often considerable variations in pricing between different wedding car providers for very similar vehicles. And usually most of them have great bargains on offer, particularly if you're hiring at comparitively short notice.
There are many types of vehicles offered as wedding cars, and the descriptions employed by hire companies can sometimes be confusing. These are some of the commonest ones:
- Modern Executive Wedding Cars : New up-to-date luxury with air-conditioning e.g. Mercedes, Range Rover, BMW
- Prestige Modern Wedding Cars : Prestige Rolls Royce & Bentley types of automobile
- Ultimate Modern Wedding Cars : New Rolls Royce Ghost & Bentley
- Traditional Vintage Wedding Cars : Cars made from 1920 to 1950
- Traditional Prestige Classic Wedding Cars : Vehicles made from 1950 to 1980
- Classic Wedding Cars : Vehicles made from 1950 to 1980
It is important to therefore consider the distances to be driven on the wedding day as the older vehicles tend to be slower, less comfortable and potentially less reliable.
Which ever sort of vehicle you select , be sure to view the actual car before confirming the booking. The difference in comfort levels and presentation between two cars is difficult to evaluate just from pictures on internet sites or brochures. Yet often the price of hiring a brand new Rolls Royce can be almost the same as a 10 year old or vintage one.
Apart from the bridal couple, think about whether other vehicles are needed for the marriage party. For many weddings, a second car can be useful to transport the bridesmaids and parents from the ceremony to the reception. Many companies will provide a second auto, often an executive car or limousine, at a reduced rate.
As with other parts of the big day, considered planning will ensure the travel arrangements are stress-free. Carefully work through the logistics of how the key people are moved around during the day. Discuss the details and timings with your selected wedding vehicle provider and most crucial, agree some contingency plans and options.
Ultimately make sure all of your wedding car questions are answered, no matter how apparently insignificant. For instance, does the company provide wedding decoration for their vehicles to match your colour scheme? Is champagne included as a part of the package, or is this only upon request? What is the policy on throwing confetti in the car?
The 'right ' wedding car can add much to the style and presentation of a wedding and be a distinctive feature in the wedding pictures. A reputable wedding car company will work with the wedding couple to ensure they receive royal treatment and can enjoy their choice of luxury car.
About the Author:
Cheshire Luxury Cars supplies ultimate modern wedding cars in Manchester, their vehicles include a Rolls Royce Ghost and Bentley Sports Convertible.
Anna Sola is an established content author. Her expert interests include travel commerce science and lifestyle topics.
Anna Sola is an established content author. Her expert interests include travel commerce science and lifestyle topics.