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Austin FX4 wedding car hire
The Austin FX4 is the classic London taxi, and a remarkably practical wedding car. Here you can find the FX4 to hire, with a high roof and room for the dress and witnesses. Read more
- 1 wedding car
- from € 85 per hour
- 1 with chauffeur
Selection: Austin FX4 wedding car
The London black cab for your wedding
Think of London and you picture the FX4: the tall, rounded taxi that drove around the English capital from the late 1950s until the 1990s. It was built for one thing, carrying people easily and comfortably. That makes it surprisingly well suited as a wedding car. The FX4 is instantly recognisable, has a friendly look and suits a wedding with an English twist, or a couple with a connection to London.
As a wedding car you will come across FX4s from different years, but the shape has barely changed over time: the high roof, the round headlights and the taxi light on the roof are always part of it. Black is the classic colour, but for weddings you will also see them in other colours.
Room in the back: why the FX4 works well with a wedding dress
A London taxi has a high roof so that passengers could once climb in wearing a hat. For a bride that is ideal: you hardly need to duck, and the floor in the back is flat. The passenger compartment is separated from the driver and has a wide back seat with fold-down seats opposite. There is therefore room for the couple and a few witnesses, with space to lay the dress out.
Doors that open backwards
The rear doors of the FX4 are hinged at the back. This creates a wide opening that you can step through without turning, which makes a big difference with a long train. It also makes a lovely photo: the door open and the bride stepping out onto the pavement.
Not a fast car
The FX4 was built for the city, not for the motorway. It drives at a relaxed pace, is not quiet and has no modern luxuries such as air conditioning. On the plus side, it has a remarkably tight turning circle, a requirement for London taxis. In narrow streets and in a small car park by the town hall, that is an advantage. Most FX4s are right-hand drive, as is only right in England.
Using the FX4 on your wedding day
The London taxi works best for a city wedding or a day with short distances: from home to the town hall, through the city centre to a photo location and then on to the party. Because several people fit in the back, the FX4 can also serve as a car for witnesses or parents alongside a second wedding car. A brick facade, a canal or an old cobbled street makes a lovely backdrop for this car.
You can decorate the bonnet or add ribbons at the front. The taxi light on the roof is a nice detail that you can show off. If you are looking for more cars with an English character, take a look at the English wedding cars. Other models from this make can be found on the Austin hire page, including the Austin Cambridge, a classic English saloon.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire an Austin FX4 as a wedding car?
The lowest price currently online is € 85 per hour. The final price depends on the duration, the distance, whether a chauffeur is included and the date; demand is highest in the wedding season and on Saturdays. Every car shows its starting price, and when you request a quote you get a price for your own day.
Can you hire an Austin FX4 as a wedding car with a chauffeur?
The wedding car currently online is hired out with a chauffeur. With a chauffeur you do not have to think about parking, the route or the time, and the couple sit together in the back. Self-drive gives you freedom, but do ask about the deposit, the insurance and the minimum age. Every car page shows what is possible.
How many people fit in a London taxi?
In the back there is a wide bench seat with fold-down seats opposite, so besides the bride and groom there is usually room for a couple of witnesses or parents. With a full dress, the bride will take up more space. An FX4 is usually fitted out for four to five passengers. If you want to travel with a larger group, ask the rental company exactly how the seating is arranged.
Is a London taxi not too ordinary as a wedding car?
Quite the opposite: in the Netherlands an FX4 stands out more than many other classics, because everyone recognises it. With flowers, ribbons and perhaps a colour that matches the wedding, it quickly becomes a festive car. It suits couples who love England, are having a city wedding, or care more about practical space than speed.
Can we take an FX4 on a long journey to our reception venue?
You can, but the FX4 was built for the city and doesn't feel at home on the motorway. It travels at a steady pace, isn't quiet and has no air conditioning. It's better to plan short journeys and use B-roads. If your reception venue is far away, check with the rental company whether it's a sensible choice and how much time you should allow.
Why is it easier to get into an FX4 than other classic cars?
The roof is high, the floor in the back is flat and the rear doors are hinged at the back. This creates a wide opening that you can step through almost upright. For a dress with a train or a full skirt, that is far more comfortable than a low coupé or convertible, where you have to duck and twist to get in.