Austin Princess Vanden Plas

Austin Princess Wedding Car Hire: A British Classic for the Family

The Austin Princess is a big, dignified British limousine that looks right at a church door. It has a long, upright shape, a formal face and a quiet kind of presence that doesn’t need to show off. If you’re marrying anywhere in Essex, the Princess can be at your door with a chauffeur who knows the roads, and you’ll see the full price before you commit.

Seven seats make it a family car as much as a wedding car, so the couple can travel with both sets of parents.

Why Couples Choose an Austin Princess

Many couples want a classic car that feels warm and traditional rather than grand and imposing. The Princess suits that well. It has the old-fashioned charm of a post-war British limousine, and it’s often a talking point with older guests, who remember cars like it.

It also photographs well. The deep paintwork, the upright grille and the long bonnet give photographers plenty to work with, whether the car is outside a village church or a country house.

Comfort for a Long Dress and the Whole Family

The cabin is calm and the seats are comfortable, which suits a long dress, a veil or a morning suit. Your chauffeur opens and closes the doors and makes sure everyone is settled before setting off.

A Traditional Day, Done Properly

It’s a natural fit for a church ceremony, a village green or an older venue where a classic car adds to the setting. A formal black or navy suit matches the car’s tone.

For a bold, modern day, a Rolls Royce Ghost or a limousine may suit better. If you’re unsure, send us your venue and outfit colours and we’ll suggest one.

Narrow Lanes and a Long Bonnet

The Princess has a long bonnet and a wide turning circle, so a narrow village lane needs a plan. If it cannot reach the church gate, we will agree a spot a few steps away before the day.

Booking the Princess

• Tell us the day: Date, venue and who is travelling.
• Hear back: We reply with availability and a price.
• Say yes: The Princess is yours for the day.
• The week before: We go through the timings with you.

Send Us the Venue and Your Date

Send us the venue and your date, and we’ll tell you whether the Princess is available and what it would cost.