Cars For TV & Films

Period and classic vehicle hire for film, TV, adverts and photoshoots across the UK. Hundreds of privately owned picture cars from the 1920s to the 1990s.

Classic and period vehicle hire for film and television

BookAclassic connects productions with private owners of classic, vintage and period vehicles across the UK. Instead of a single prop house, you have access to hundreds of individually owned cars, vans, buses and motorcycles from the 1920s to the 1990s, each photographed and described by its owner and usually available with the owner as driver or handler on set. Feature films, television drama, commercials, music videos, stills shoots and student productions all use the platform.

What is available as picture cars

Pre-war and 1930s saloons, tourers and vintage Rolls-Royce and Bentley
1940s and 1950s British saloons: Austin, Morris, Rover, Jaguar, Ford and Wolseley
1950s and 1960s American cars: Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick and Ford
1960s to 1980s period cars: Minis, Cortinas, Capris, Escorts, Jaguars, Mercedes-Benz and BMW
Period vans, taxis, buses, police cars, military vehicles and motorcycles

How film and TV hire works

Search by era, make or location and send the owner a request with the shoot dates, location, call times and what the vehicle needs to do. Owners will tell you whether the car can be driven on camera, static only, or driven by a stunt or unit driver, and what the daily rate covers. Most owners attend with the vehicle and many have set experience; several can supply period-correct number plates and details. Booking and payment are handled through BookAclassic, with the owner setting the rate.

Photoshoots and advertising

Editorial and advertising shoots use the same listings: choose the car, agree the location and the hours with the owner, and they bring the car prepared and stay with it throughout. Owners are used to early calls, long days and the car being dressed or lit.

Register your car for film and TV work

If you own a classic, vintage or unusual vehicle and would like it to earn its keep, list it on BookAclassic. You set the daily rate, say whether the car is available static, driven by you or driven by a unit driver, and where you are prepared to travel. You decide which bookings to accept, and productions contact you directly through the platform.

Coverage

Owners are listed throughout the UK, with the greatest concentration around London and the studios of Hertfordshire, Surrey and Berkshire, plus Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Cardiff and Glasgow. Search from the location of the shoot to see the nearest vehicles, and bear in mind that most owners will travel for a production.

How to book

Send the owner a request with dates, location and the vehicle's role. The owner replies with availability, a rate and any conditions, and you confirm securely through BookAclassic.

Reviews

Deborah M.

We couldn't have wished for a more memorable experience for our son's prom. From the moment David arrived, it was clear that Frankie is far more than a beautiful 1925 Morris Oxford - she is a living piece of British motoring history. Before the day, I had read Frankie's fascinating story, from her first owner, Major General Sir Leir Carleton, to her appearance on *Blue Peter* in 1977 and her participation in the London to Brighton run celebrating the centenary of Lord Nuffield. Experiencing that history in person made the occasion incredibly special. David was warm, professional and passionate about Frankie's heritage, happily sharing her story and making our son feel completely at ease. In a world full of Bentleys and limousines, arriving in a car with over a century of history was something truly unique and unforgettable. Frankie isn't just a classic car - she is part of Britain's motoring heritage, and David is a wonderful custodian, ensuring that her remarkable story continues to be shared with future generations. Thank-you David, for helping create memories our family will treasure forever. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for something genuinely special.

Paul K.

I have nothing but singing praises in regards to Chris' service both behind the wheel of his magnificent machine or behind the screen in correspondence. Top man was able to do a near 200 round trip for a super reasonable price and gave full beans in my local area where it was safe and fun to do so. Hired as a way to kick-start my wedding day and he arrived promptly with plenty of time to drive. If you need a kind and professional driver that has a proper modern American muscle then look no further! Chris if you're reading this - thanks so much for everything, you made the day that much more special even the wife enjoyed the soundtrack of our arrival. Hope you're well and all the best to you :)

Holly D.

Andrew chauffeured me and my dad to my Cotswold wedding this past weekend, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, his communication was brilliant — friendly, prompt, and professional. He arrived early, looked incredibly smart, and was such a gentleman throughout. He knew the roads perfectly and made the journey so smooth and relaxed. At one point I thought I’d left the rings behind in the hotel room (every bride’s nightmare!), and without hesitation he kindly turned around to help — such a calm and caring presence on what could have been a stressful moment! After the ceremony, Andrew stayed at the venue so we could take photographs with his stunning Jaguar Mk2 — and what a car it is! Absolutely immaculate, elegant, and such a joy to travel in. I can’t thank Andrew enough for being part of our day. He was kind, professional, and genuinely lovely in every way. I’ll certainly be sending photos once they’re ready! Do not hesitate to book Andrew and his beautiful Jaguar Mk2 — one of my absolute highlights was seeing that incredible car pull up on my wedding morning. Just perfect! Thank you Andrew!

Junaid S.

Working with Amir was beyond anything I could have hoped for my sister's wedding. The service was stellar in a few ways. To begin with the car: A beautiful, well kept SL500 that looked right at home for a summer garden wedding at Kew Gardens. All the classic touches (along with the wedding ribbon!) to really create a lovely entrance. As to the service: Amir is unmatched in ensuring the best for a wedding day. I had reached out to him slightly panicked, and he walked me through using this platform and what the service would look like. Both my mother and sister entered the grounds in the car, and Amir had made provisions to ensure that they looked their best on a sweltering 34 degree day with the top down, both before and after the wedding. He was professional, personalised the experience for us, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. Many thanks!

Edward C.

We booked Graham’s beautiful white Triumph Stag convertible for my daughter’s wedding day to take us from Earl’s Court to Chelsea Registry Office, and then to use the car for a photo shoot afterwards. Having never used BookAClassic before, we were a little unsure about relying on this service—and a car owner we didn’t know—for such an important occasion. But from the very first message, Graham was reassuring, warm and friendly. He clearly understood how meaningful the day was for us and instantly made us feel confident everything would go smoothly. On the day, Graham arrived well ahead of time, fully aware that London traffic can be unpredictable. He was the perfect gentleman—completely relaxed and accommodating—and his stunning white Stag was immaculately presented, complete with a white ribbon. After the ceremony, we hadn’t arranged any specific parking for photos (which is no small challenge in central London, with no-parking zones everywhere). But Graham handled everything so calmly and professionally—finding spots spontaneously and helping make sure we got the photos we’d hoped for. He made it all look easy, and everything involving the car went off without a hitch. We honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you so much, Graham!

Kieran Hari B.

David and his vehicle were phenomenal! He made the exit from our wedding venue extra special and did it with a smile, tons of knowledge about the car and a jolly enthusiastic attitude which was infectious! The vehicle itself was immaculate, lovingly restored and wholly original. As a 6 ft 1 bloke, I fitted across the backseat without issue, only needed to slightly bend my knees to squeeze in. The interior and exterior were spotless and the ribbons added gave it a very regal touch. David's driving was excellent and he made sure we were comfortable with the setup (no rear seatbelts in an original car), the route and the speed at all times. His knowledge about this car and its history really added to our journey and we enjoyed every second of learning about the fabulous vehicle we were riding in. Overall, I would unreservedly recommend both David and this car for anyone wanting a classic experience. Thank you David for such an amazing end to our wedding!

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