Classic Car Hire in London: A Local Guide

London is one of the busiest places in the country for classic car hire, and one of the most rewarding, as long as you play to the city's strengths. Whether you want a wedding car in town or a classic to escape it, here's how to approach it.

What London hire is best for

• Weddings and events: chauffeured classics arriving at a city venue in style.
• Photoshoots and film: period cars against an instantly recognisable backdrop.
• Escapes: collecting a classic and heading straight for open country.

For weddings specifically, our classic wedding car guide covers timing and etiquette; for shoots, see hiring classic cars for film and photoshoots.

City-driving practicalities

Driving an unfamiliar classic in central London traffic is hard work, so most in-city hires are chauffeured; you get the entrance without grinding a vintage gearbox in queues. If you do want to self-drive, plan to head out of the centre quickly and check charging zones and parking with the owner. Our self-drive vs chauffeured guide helps you decide.

The best escapes within reach

The real joy of a London hire is often leaving it behind. Within a couple of hours you can be on proper driving roads in the countryside; see our UK road-trip guide for routes worth pointing the bonnet at.

Booking in the capital

Demand is high, so book early, particularly in wedding and summer season. Browse what's listed near you in search, and explore more places in our city and region guides.

Find a classic car in London for your dates and book ahead of the rush.