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Mini wedding car hire
A Mini as a wedding car is small in size but big in character. Read what makes the classic Mini Cooper special and whether it suits your dress and route. Read more
- 1 wedding car
- from € 199 per day
- 1 self-drive
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The classic Mini: a British icon in pocket size
The Mini came onto the market in 1959 as a clever, small car for the British middle class. Designer Alec Issigonis placed the engine transversely at the front and the wheels right in the corners, which meant a car of only about three metres long could still carry four people. The classic Mini stayed in production until the year 2000, and was then succeeded by a new, larger generation under BMW.
As a wedding car, the classic Mini is a cheerful, quirky choice. It suits a small wedding, a city wedding with photos in narrow streets, a party with a British theme, or a couple who love the 1960s. In a historic town centre it has an advantage: where large classic cars have to turn back, a Mini simply drives straight through.
Mini Cooper: the sporty version
The name Cooper comes from John Cooper, a British racing man who turned the Mini into a faster version. In the 1960s the Mini Cooper won the Monte Carlo Rally several times, which established its sporty reputation. Open-top versions of the classic Mini also exist, and with the roof down they look extra festive. Read more about the model on the page about the Mini Cooper as a wedding car.
Space: compact but clever
A classic Mini is small, but cleverly laid out. In the front there is reasonable room, but in the back it is tight. With a slim or short dress, you simply step in. A large ball gown quickly fills the car and can get in the way of the driver changing gear. In an open-top Mini the dress has more room, because the fabric can rise up a little.
Driving a classic Mini
The Mini is known for its nimble, direct character. The steering responds quickly, the car sits low on the road and it feels faster than it is. There is no power steering and no air conditioning, and the suspension is firm. For a short route through a village or a town that is wonderful; long stretches of motorway are tiring.
Hiring a Mini for your wedding day
Keep the route compact and choose streets and roads where a small, nimble car comes into its own. Allow some slack in the schedule and ask the rental company what happens in the event of a breakdown. A well-maintained classic Mini is simple technically and usually reliable, but it is still an old car.
With an open-top version you can drive with the roof down in fine weather. Agree what you will do in rain or wind, and bring a shawl for the cooler moments.
If you would like to compare more British classics, you will find them under English wedding cars, from a London taxi to a Rolls-Royce. For more small cars with an open roof, take a look at the convertibles as wedding cars.
Decorate a Mini in proportion to its size. A small bow on the bonnet, a sign on the back or a few flowers by the mirrors is enough. A classic Mini with a white roof and red or green paintwork is already festive in itself. Choose flowers that suit the paint colour and let the rental company do the fitting.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire a Mini as a wedding car?
The lowest price currently online is € 199 per day. 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 a Mini as a wedding car with a chauffeur?
The wedding car currently online is self-drive. 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.
Is there room in a classic Mini for a dress with a train?
A slim-fitting dress works well, but a large ball gown will be a tight squeeze. There is a fair amount of space in the front, but the fabric must not get in the way of the gear lever and the pedals. In an open Mini, the train can be lifted a little, so it creases less. If you are in doubt, try it out beforehand, or choose a dress with a detachable train for the journey.
Is a classic Mini suitable for a city wedding?
Very much so. The Mini is small and nimble, and can get through narrow streets where larger classic cars would have to turn back. Parking or stopping briefly outside a town hall is also easier with such a small car. For photos in a historic city centre, on a bridge or beside a canal, it makes a wonderful subject.
How far can you drive in a classic Mini Cooper?
Technically, a well-maintained Mini can cover a fair distance, but it isn't comfortable. The suspension is firm, there is plenty of noise and there is no air conditioning. It is best to keep your route on the wedding day short and, if necessary, ask the rental company to bring the car to the starting point on a trailer.
What is the difference between a classic Mini and the new MINI?
The classic Mini was built from 1959 to 2000 and is much smaller, simpler and lighter than the new MINI that followed. As a wedding car, the classic version offers more nostalgia and character. The new MINI is more comfortable and has modern technology, but it lacks the charm of the original.