The 10 Best Black Wedding Cars for a Black-Tie Day

A black wedding car is pure black tie. It’s formal, elegant and a little dramatic, and in photos it makes a white dress glow. Black suits evening weddings, city ballrooms, winter weddings and any couple who wants a sleek, modern look, and it suits the groom’s own arrival too. Here are the ten best black wedding cars you can book through our wedding car rental service, from vintage limousines and classic convertibles to modern Rolls-Royces, stretch limos and getaway cars.

The ten at a glance

Why choose a black wedding car

• It makes the dress stand out. A white or ivory gown against black paint is the strongest contrast you can get in a photo.
• It’s right for the evening. Black reads as formal, so it suits black-tie weddings, city ballrooms and night-time receptions.
• It matches the groom. Black car, black tux: a sharp, coordinated look for the groom’s arrival.
• It works in any season. Black looks especially rich in fall and winter, with candles, dark florals and deep colors.

The 10 best black wedding cars

1. Rolls-Royce Phantom: black tie on wheels

The Phantom is Rolls-Royce’s flagship, and in black it’s the most formal car you can arrive in. The rear doors open from the middle, the ride is famously smooth, and the long black body reflects every light in the room.

Best for: black-tie weddings and the bride’s evening arrival.

2. Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge: the dramatic arrival

Black Badge is Rolls-Royce’s darker, bolder edition, and on the Cullinan SUV it means dark chrome and a striking interior. The Cullinan sits higher than a sedan, so it’s easy to step in and out of in a big gown.

Best for: a big gown and a bold, modern couple. See Rolls-Royce rental.

3. Bentley Flying Spur: understated luxury

The Flying Spur is Bentley’s four-door luxury sedan: hand-finished leather and wood inside, and real power under the hood. In black, it’s understated and elegant, a quiet alternative to a Rolls-Royce.

Best for: couples who want luxury without a fuss.

4. Mercedes-Benz S-Class: the groom’s arrival

The S-Class is the classic chauffeur’s car: refined, quiet and polished. A black S-Class is a smart choice for the groom and his best man, or for parents of the couple on the big day.

Best for: the groom, the parents, and VIP guests. See luxury car rental.

5. 1953 Packard Patrician limousine: old Hollywood

Packard was one of America’s grandest luxury brands, and the Patrician was its top model. This 1953 limousine, in black with whitewall tires, looks straight out of a 1950s film premiere.

Best for: vintage and old Hollywood weddings. See classic car rental.

6. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air: the retro classic

The ’57 Bel Air, with its chrome and tail fins, is one of the most famous American cars of the 1950s. In black, it’s cool, a little rebellious, and perfect for a rockabilly or retro wedding.

Best for: retro, rockabilly and 1950s-themed weddings. See our 1950s cars guide.

7. 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe convertible: the vintage getaway

Glossy black paint, a red interior and the top down: this 1950 Ford convertible is a romantic, vintage way to leave the reception, with room in the back for the bouquet.

Best for: a vintage getaway and couple’s portraits.

8. Cadillac Escalade stretch limo: the whole wedding party

A black Escalade stretch limo carries the whole wedding party in one sleek vehicle, with limo seating, lighting and sound inside. It looks just as good outside a hotel as it does outside a church.

Best for: the bridal party or the groomsmen. See Escalade limo rental.

9. Mercedes-AMG G63, matte black: the groomsmen’s ride

Square, tough and finished in matte black, the G63 is a bold SUV to arrive in, made for grooms and groomsmen who want something with attitude.

Best for: the groom and his groomsmen.

10. Corvette C8 convertible: the fun getaway

The C8 is the first Corvette with its engine behind the seats, like a supercar, and with the roof off it’s a thrilling way to start married life. This one is self-drive, so one of you takes the wheel.

Best for: the getaway. See sports car rental.

A few more black favorites

• A black Lamborghini Urus, a super-SUV for a groom who wants speed and space.
• A black Porsche 911 GT3, a self-drive getaway for real car lovers.
• A black Lincoln Town Car stretch limo, the classic limo for up to 6.
• A modern black Rolls-Royce, sleek and understated.

Tips for a black wedding car

• Shine matters. Black shows every reflection, which is beautiful in photos. Ask for the car to arrive freshly detailed.
• Use white ribbons. A white satin ribbon or white flowers on black paint look striking and tie the car to the dress.
• Think about the heat. Black paint gets hot in summer sun. For a midday summer wedding, keep the car in the shade until you need it.

Questions people ask

Is a black car OK for a wedding?

Absolutely. Black is formal and elegant, a classic choice for black-tie and evening weddings, and it makes a white dress stand out in photos.

What’s the best black wedding car?

For a formal arrival, a black Rolls-Royce Phantom. For a vintage feel, the 1953 Packard limousine. For the getaway, a black convertible such as the 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe or the Corvette C8.

Which black car fits the whole wedding party?

A black Escalade stretch limo carries the bridal party or the groomsmen together. For bigger groups, add a party bus.

Do black wedding cars come with a chauffeur?

Most come with a chauffeur. A few sports cars, such as the Corvette C8 and the Porsche 911 GT3, are self-drive. Each car’s page says which.

More wedding cars by color

See our white, silver, red, blue and pink wedding car guides, plus our top 10 classic and vintage wedding cars and getaway car ideas.