Wedding car package: what to ask before you book

Ask precisely which model and colour you will receive, ideally with a photo of the actual car rather than a stock image, and whether it can be changed if it becomes unavailable. Confirm whether floral or ribbon decoration is included, who arranges it, and whether you can request a particular style.

Check that a smartly presented driver is part of the package and how they will be dressed. For the entrance car especially, small details — a clean vehicle, tasteful decoration and a professional driver — make a real difference in photos and on the day.

Set out the full schedule: pick-up time and place, the venues involved, and how many hours the car is booked for, so there is no confusion between the ceremony and reception. Ask what happens, and what it costs, if the day runs late, since weddings often overrun.

Get the all-in price in writing, covering the car, decoration, driver, fuel and any waiting time, and confirm the deposit and cancellation terms. Wedding-season dates book up fast, so reserve early to secure the car and colour you want.