Red wedding cars are romantic, joyful and unforgettable in photos. For a classic arrival, choose a burgundy Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II; for a vintage getaway, a Cadillac DeVille convertible or a 1960 Corvette; and for a modern getaway, a Ferrari 488 Spider or a Lamborghini Huracán Spyder.
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A red wedding car says love out loud. It’s bold, romantic and full of energy, it pops in every photo, and in many traditions it’s the color of celebration itself: red stands for luck and joy at Chinese weddings, and many Indian brides wear red. A red car also makes the most memorable getaway there is. Here are the ten best red wedding cars you can book through our wedding car rental service, from a burgundy Rolls-Royce and 1960s classics to Ferraris, Lamborghinis and a red Hummer limo for the whole party.
The ten at a glance
| Red wedding car | Style | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1. 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II, burgundy | Vintage | A romantic, classic arrival |
| 2. Cadillac DeVille convertible, 1960 | Classic convertible | Old Hollywood glamour |
| 3. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | Classic sports car | A 1960s getaway |
| 4. 1965 Ford Mustang | Classic | The groom’s dream car |
| 5. 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible | Classic muscle car | A bold send-off |
| 6. 1951 Mercury “lead sled” | Custom classic | Rockabilly weddings |
| 7. Ferrari 488 Spider | Supercar | A glamorous getaway |
| 8. Lamborghini Huracán EVO Spyder | Supercar | The getaway everyone films |
| 9. Corvette C8 convertible | Sports car | A modern, fun getaway |
| 10. Hummer H2 limo | Limo | The wedding party |
Why choose a red wedding car
- It’s romantic. Red is the color of roses, hearts and love, and it makes a joyful statement.
- It’s meaningful. At Chinese weddings, red stands for luck and happiness; many Indian brides wear red; and a red car honors both beautifully.
- It pops in photos. Red against a white dress and green trees is unforgettable.
- It makes the getaway. Few things beat a red convertible pulling away with the cans rattling behind.
The 10 best red wedding cars
1. 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II: burgundy romance
A deep burgundy Silver Cloud II is a rich, romantic twist on the classic wedding Rolls-Royce. With a ribbon across the hood and flowers on the front, it’s made for a bride and groom’s first photos together.
Best for: the arrival and the first photos as newlyweds.
2. Cadillac DeVille convertible: old Hollywood
Red paint, white leather, chrome everywhere and the top down: a vintage Cadillac DeVille convertible is pure Hollywood glamour, and big enough to carry the bride, groom and a very full dress.
Best for: vintage glamour and a top-down getaway.
3. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette: the 1960s getaway
The first-generation Corvette, with its contrasting side coves and whitewall tires, is an American design classic. A red 1960 Corvette is a stylish getaway for two.
Best for: the getaway and 1960s-themed weddings. See our 1960s cars guide.
4. 1965 Ford Mustang: the groom’s dream car
The Mustang arrived as a 1965 model and became an instant American icon. This one is cherry red, and it’s self-drive, so the groom can take the wheel for the drive away.
Best for: the groom and the getaway.
5. 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible: a bold send-off
The Firebird launched in 1967, and a red first-year convertible is a muscle car with real wedding charm. Picture the groom beside it as the guests cheer.
Best for: the getaway and grooms who love muscle cars.
6. 1951 Mercury “lead sled”: the rockabilly classic
“Lead sled” is the hot-rodders’ name for early-1950s Mercurys lowered and smoothed into custom cars, once with lead body filler, which gave them the name. This one is a deep wine red with whitewalls and a chrome grille.
Best for: rockabilly, retro and car-lover weddings.
7. Ferrari 488 Spider: the glamorous getaway
Red is Ferrari’s color, and the 488 Spider is a modern classic, with a folding hardtop and a mid-mounted V8. It’s self-drive, for couples who want to start married life with a roar.
Best for: the getaway. See exotic car rental.
8. Lamborghini Huracán EVO Spyder: the getaway everyone films
A bright red Huracán EVO Spyder with the roof down is the getaway your guests will be filming. It’s self-drive, low and spectacular.
Best for: the getaway.
9. Corvette C8 convertible: modern and fun
The C8 Corvette is the first with its engine behind the seats, like a supercar. In red with the roof off, it’s a modern, fun getaway, and this one comes with a chauffeur.
Best for: the getaway. See sports car rental.
10. Hummer H2 limo: the wedding party in red
For the bridesmaids or groomsmen, a red Hummer H2 limo carries 12 in one big, bold vehicle, with limo seating, lighting and sound inside.
Best for: the bridal party. See Hummer limo rental.
One more red favorite
A red Ferrari California T, a folding-hardtop Ferrari with a little more comfort for a longer drive away.
Tips for a red wedding car
- Pair it with your flowers. Red roses, a red sash or red lipstick tie the car into your look.
- Use it for the getaway. Red is at its best leaving the reception, with guests lining the drive.
- Check who drives. Some red sports cars are self-drive and some come with a chauffeur. Each car’s page says which.
Questions people ask
Is a red car good for a wedding?
Yes. Red is romantic, joyful and meaningful in many traditions, and it photographs brilliantly against a white dress.
What’s the best red wedding car?
For a classic arrival, the burgundy Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. For a vintage getaway, the Cadillac DeVille or the 1960 Corvette. For a modern getaway, the Ferrari 488 Spider or the Huracán.
Are red cars good for Indian or Chinese weddings?
Very. Red is the color of luck and joy at Chinese weddings and the traditional bridal color for many Indian brides, so a red car fits the day perfectly.
Can we drive the car ourselves?
Some are self-drive, such as the 1965 Mustang, the Ferrari 488 Spider and the Huracán EVO Spyder. The others, including the Hummer limo, come with a chauffeur. Each car’s page says which.
More wedding cars by color
See our white, black, silver, blue and pink wedding car guides, plus our getaway car ideas.
