Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Vintage Wedding Car Hire in Essex & Suffolk
Established in 2003, Vintage Dreams has been serving Essex and Suffolk with a fleet of meticulously maintained vintage and classic wedding cars from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. Our collection includes iconic vehicles such as a 1958 White Rolls-Royce and a vintage London taxi, each combining timeless elegance with modern reliability. We prioritise customer experience, offering in-person viewings at our depot and virtual tours via WhatsApp, Skype, or Zoom for added convenience. Our dedicated chauffeurs, known for their professionalism and attention to detail, ensure seamless transportation for all wedding party members, from brides and grooms to parents and grandparents.With flexible booking options, including multiple trips and up to four hours of attendance, we aim to make your special day stress-free. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised with the Transport Provider of the Year award at the Essex Wedding Awards for three consecutive years. All vehicles are equipped with umbrellas for unpredictable weather and covered by comprehensive insurance, ensuring peace of mind. We take pride in creating memorable experiences, as evidenced by our five-star Google reviews, and remain committed to delivering exceptional service that exceeds expectations.
Services
Rolls-Royce hire
London taxi wedding
Vintage car fleet
Chauffeur service
Wedding transport
Classic car hire
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
Wedding omnibus
Landaulette hire
Open top tourer
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Award-winning service with three consecutive Transport Provider of the Year wins
- Fleet of meticulously maintained 1930s-1950s vehicles with modern reliability
- Comprehensive wedding fleet insurance and weather protection measures
- Professional chauffeurs with military/police backgrounds ensuring punctuality
- Flexible booking options for multiple trips and extended attendance periods
What people say
Spotless and so, so beautiful
Little touches before and after
Chauffeur kept bride dry in rain
Excellent pocket square assistance
Beautiful pre-wedding letter
Services
Rolls-Royce hire
Our 1958 White Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud offers unparalleled elegance for wedding transportation. This iconic vehicle accommodates up to four passengers plus chauffeur, featuring immaculate presentation and modern comforts while maintaining classic charm. Ideal for creating unforgettable entrance moments and photographic opportunities.
London taxi wedding
The 'London Olympics' Taxi provides distinctive wedding transportation with its classic white livery. Designed to carry six passengers plus chauffeur, this vehicle combines recognisable styling with practicality, perfect for transporting wedding parties while adding authentic vintage character to your special day.
Chauffeur service
Our experienced chauffeurs deliver exceptional service with military and police backgrounds. They ensure timely arrivals, assist with wedding attire, and provide amenities like champagne service and umbrellas. Each chauffeur receives specific training for wedding day requirements and etiquette.
Classic car hire
We offer a diverse fleet of 1930s-1950s classic cars including Landaulettes, Open Top Tourers, and Wedding Omnibuses. Each vehicle is meticulously maintained with seating capacities ranging from three to eight passengers, allowing flexible transportation options for different wedding party sizes and requirements.
Wedding transport
Our comprehensive wedding transportation solutions include multiple trip arrangements, extended hire periods, and coordinated transfers between venues. Vehicles feature modern amenities like Bluetooth sound systems while maintaining authentic vintage aesthetics for a complete luxury experience.
People
Nigel Downton
Proprietor
With over two decades of experience in the wedding transport industry, Nigel Downton leads Vintage Dreams with a commitment to excellence. He personally oversees vehicle maintenance standards and service delivery, ensuring each client receives tailored attention. His expertise in vintage vehicle restoration and wedding logistics has established the company as a three-time award winner.
Questions
What areas do you cover for wedding car hire?
We serve all areas across Essex and Suffolk, including Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, and surrounding regions with our vintage wedding car fleet.
What types of vintage vehicles are available?
Our fleet includes 1930s-1950s models like Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, London taxis, Landaulettes, Open Top Tourers, and Wedding Omnibuses accommodating 3-8 passengers.
Are your vehicles insured for wedding use?
All vehicles carry comprehensive wedding fleet insurance with public liability coverage for complete peace of mind during your special day.
Can we schedule multiple trips on our wedding day?
Yes, we offer flexible booking options that allow for multiple trips between venues within your hired time period.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
All vehicles are equipped with large umbrellas for weather protection, and our chauffeurs are trained to ensure you stay dry during transfers.
Do you offer champagne service in the vehicles?
Yes, our chauffeurs can provide champagne service using built-in bottle holders and crystal flutes, though you'll need to supply the champagne.
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Reviews (7)
Hannah Fitzpatrick
Jan 05, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
We couldn't recommend Vintage dreams enough! They helped make our day incredibly special. The little extra touches they did were amazing. Our guests responses to "Milly" were in fascination. Thank you Nigel so much!!
We couldn't recommend Vintage dreams enough! They helped make our day incredibly special. The little extra touches they did were amazing. Our guests responses to "Milly" were in fascination. Thank you Nigel so much!!
Jonathan Rawstron
Dec 31, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality
Excellent fleet of vehicles and service from Nigel and his team. You can tell that they are passionate about the business they run, both in spending the time to show us the vehicles before, the quality and finishing touches, that added magic to the brides arrival on our special day! Many thanks Jonathan & Julia
Excellent fleet of vehicles and service from Nigel and his team. You can tell that they are passionate about the business they run, both in spending the time to show us the vehicles before, the quality and finishing touches, that added magic to the brides arrival on our special day! Many thanks Jonathan & Julia
Anita Weaver
Dec 29, 2021
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We booked two cars with vintage dreams for our daughters wedding which had to be cancelled due to COVID-19 when we spoke to Nigel he couldnt of been more helpful and understanding. We kept in contact and the wedding was due to take place January 8 th which was only a few weeks difference. Sadly I had to inform Nigel yesterday that once again the wedding had been postponed due to covid and illness.
As my daughter does not know when they will get married Nigel refunded our money straight into our account today. Me and my husband would like to say this company are true to there word thank you once
As my daughter does not know when they will get married Nigel refunded our money straight into our account today. Me and my husband would like to say this company are true to there word thank you once
Paul West
Nov 22, 2021
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Its been an absolute pleasure and completely painless experience dealing with Nigel and this company. Excellent communication, everything on time, beautiful car and extremely friendly and helpful chauffeur with Brian. I would highly recommend them. My daughter had a beautiful wedding and arrived in a fabulous car that everyone loved. Thanks Nigel and Brian. You helped make our day even more special
Kirsty Davison
Nov 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
I truly had the most magical day and Vintage Cars (Nigel) really made the experience enjoyable and relaxing From start to Finish he couldn't do more for us, just such a wonderful family company Thank you again xx
I truly had the most magical day and Vintage Cars (Nigel) really made the experience enjoyable and relaxing From start to Finish he couldn't do more for us, just such a wonderful family company Thank you again xx
Carl Nunn
Oct 02, 2021
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Myself and my wife could not recommend Vintage Dreams any higher. The quality of the cars, the customer service, being perfectly on time and not to mention the personalised number plates which we get to keep. The service was faultless and I would not hesitate at recommending Vintage Dreams to anyone who wants this special company for there big day.
Daniel Guy
Sep 21, 2021
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High quality vehicles with friendly and professional service. Due to covid our wedding was rescheduled two times and during this time Nigel took over the company. Very professionally run company with excellent communications through out. All online paperwork was made very simple and the service on the day was 5 star perfection. I highly recommend Nigel and Vintage Dreams for your wedding day transport.
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