James Metcalfe

I’m James — a lifelong car enthusiast and collector who believes every drive should be an experience. My collection ranges from the raw charm of a 1937 Chevrolet Vd fire engine to the refined glide of a 1983 Mercedes‑Benz 500 SL, with standout moments in a 1959 Volkswagen T1 splitscreen deluxe microbus and the joyful oddball 1974 Volkswagen 181 Trekker “Thing.” For spirited drives, I offer a 2002 BMW M3 E46 that still thrills on twisty roads, and for deliveries or themed events the 1957 Volkswagen T2 panelvan adds instant character. I take meticulous care of each vehicle and treat them like the pieces of history they are — regularly serviced, detailed, and insured for your peace of mind. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a photo shoot, a weekend getaway, or simply want to feel transported by a classic, I’ll help you pick the right car and prepare it to perfection. Renting from me means attentive communication, flexible arrangements when possible, and a genuine passion for making your motoring moment unforgettable. Tell me your vision and I’ll get you on the road in style.

A classic car collector & enthusiast

I fell for classics the summer I was fourteen, standing ankle-deep in sawdust at a weekend show, eyes glued to a little 1983 Austin Mini. That tiny car seemed impossibly brave to me — a compact rebel with personality bigger than its bonnet — and something inside me shifted. I’ve been chasing that feeling ever since. My name is James, and my collection is a map of the roads that have called me: a 1937 Chevrolet Vd fire engine that still smells faintly of oil and adrenaline, a 2002 BMW M3 E46 that reminds me how precision and pulse can live together, and a 1974 Volkswagen 181 Trekker that’s equal parts practical and mischievous. I’ve hunted trims and chrome from Sweden to South Africa, from Zimbabwe to Mozambique, and each vehicle carries a memory and a story. I love these cars for what they do to people — the surprised smiles, the way conversations slow and linger, the way a drive can make time feel softer. I maintain them with respect and a little stubborn affection, and I can’t wait to share a run, a route, or a quiet moment behind the wheel with you.