Wedding Car Hire Comparisons – Better Offline?

April 14th, 2010

There are times when wedding car comparisons are better done offline. We are constantly told that comparing anything is better done online because it is quicker and more convenient. However, when it comes to wedding cars Nottingham, you do not want to make a rush decision. It is one of the biggest days of your life so the last thing that you want to do is rush into something that could turn out to be a disaster!

In order to compare wedding cars offline you will need to have a local phone book. In the business section you should find a list of wedding car hire companies. Ring as many as possible to get quotes for different wedding cars. This is easier if you have an idea of what type of wedding car it is that you are looking for. Ideally you will be invited to go and view the company’s range of cars and that will help you to make a decision. 

When you compare wedding cars Nottingham offline, it helps you to make a more informed decision. You actually see the car you will be hiring, you see how friendly the staff is and you get a good idea of how professional the company is. Finishing Touch Cars are a good company to check out if you are looking for a reliable, professional and affordable wedding car hire company.

Could you negotiate a Better Deal?

April 4th, 2010

When you book your wedding car hire, the last thing that you think about is negotiating a better deal. If you were searching for car insurance for example, you would be more inclined to try and negotiate a better deal. So why not try it when you look for your wedding car?

The best way to negotiate a better price is if you have done your homework. You need to get as many quotes as possible so that you know what the average hire price is. That way, if you come across a company that you would like to opt for but their prices are slightly hire, you could try and negotiate a better price. Negotiating is always more successful when you have a good idea what the average competitor rates are.

Another thing that you could negotiate on potentially is extras that come with your wedding car hire Nottingham. Perhaps if the price is a little higher than you would like you could ask for a few little extras to be included? Drinks, decorations and chocolates are all little extras you may be able to claim.

Overall it can definitely pay off if you try to negotiate a better price. As long as you have researched properly beforehand it could help you to limit your spending.

Are You Struggling to Find a Wedding Car to Suit Your Budget?

March 23rd, 2010

If you are looking to hire out wedding cars Nottingham, you may be struggling to find one to suit your budget. Depending upon what time of the year you are trying to book, wedding care hire Nottingham can be extremely expensive. From May until September it is typically classed as wedding season and that means the prices will be higher than other times of the year. However, there are some companies that offer affordable wedding car hire services all year round.

Finishing Touch Cars offers a wide variety of wedding cars in Nottingham and they all come at affordable prices. Of course, the more features a car has, the more it will cost to rent. Also, if you opt for a classic car that will typically be more expensive than a modern wedding car. This is definitely something to keep in mind if you are on a budget.
If you have searched online and you cannot find a car to suit your budget then why not email a hire company? If you email or contact Finishing Touch Cars for example, you could tell them your budget and ask them which wedding cars they have that match it. You could even try to negotiate a better price. Some companies are willing to reduce their rate slightly in order to keep your custom.

Simple Wedding Car Style Ideas

March 17th, 2010

These days the cost of a wedding can often reach well over £10,000. When you take the cost of the cake, the dress, the wedding favours, the catering and the wedding car hire into account, you soon start to realise just how expensive your wedding could be. Unfortunately it is also often the small things that make a difference on your big day which can make cutting back really difficult. 

One thing that you can save money on is your wedding car decorations. Often wedding car hire Nottingham includes free decorations, but that is not always the case. Sometimes you have to pay extra for the decorations and they aren’t always as nice as they could be. Therefore it is often a good idea to decorate the car yourself.

One simple wedding car decoration tip is to buy a bouquet of flowers from your local supermarket and tie them to the bonnet of the car with ribbon. You can find really gorgeous bouquets for around £10 in many supermarkets which can save you a lot of money! Or if you don’t want flowers why not stick to fancy coloured fabric? You could purchase end of line fabric at a local craft store and use it as a ribbon on the wedding car. End of line fabric is always cheaper than other fabric available.

These are just two ideas on how to decorate your wedding car Nottingham with a simple, affordable style.

Avoiding Wedding Jitters in the Back of the Wedding Car

March 11th, 2010

It is not uncommon to have doubts on your wedding day. As you plan everything months beforehand, your mind is occupied by dresses and bridesmaids and flowers and that leaves very little time for anything else. However, on your way to the venue in the back of the wedding car your doubts can often start to creep in.

Are you making the right decision? What was you thinking when you agreed to this? As the doubts creep in, you start to become more and more scared of what lies ahead. There are ways to avoid this however; all it takes is to have a little background music.

Many wedding cars these days have built in DVD players as well as good quality stereos. Why not ask the wedding car hire Nottingham company to play your favourite tracks as you make your way to the venue? Or if you don’t think that will help, choose a car that has a built in DVD player. That way you can start watching a film on your way to the venue and that should help to take your mind off it.

There are many ways these days to combat those last minute jitters and the key is to plan ahead.

Ways to Save for your Wedding Car Hire

March 7th, 2010

Saving up for your wedding can be a nightmare and it often helps to split the planning into sections. For example, for your wedding car hire why not set up a separate savings account where you specifically put money into it for your wedding car hire Nottingham?

There are so many ways to save money for your wedding car hire that you may not have thought of. First you can write down everything that you spend within a week. Look at all of the little purchases that you make that you don’t really need. What can you cut back on? It is amazing how much money that you can save just by cutting back on small expenses. The left over money from any cut backs you make can go towards your wedding car hire.

Another thing that can earn you quite a lot of money is selling things that you no longer need or use. Car boot sales are often a good idea if you have a lot of thing to sell, or you could always use an auction website such as EBay to help you out.

These are just two of the ways in which you can save money for your wedding car hire Nottingham. There are always ways in which you can cut back when you need to save extra money.

Finding a Wedding Car Company that Goes the Extra Mile

February 15th, 2010

Choosing a wedding car hire company is a very important decision. This is one of the biggest days of your life and obviously you want the day to run as smoothly as possible. Not only that, but you also want to ensure that everything is as special as it can be. Therefore when choosing your wedding car hire Nottingham, you should look into the actual service that the company will provide.

Yes you are looking to hire a car, but wouldn’t it be nice if there were little extras thrown in to make your day extra special? Well some companies offer a variety of extras such as a bottle of champagne and additional wedding car decorations. Some also offer flowers for the bride and that all important friendly service. However, the companies that are really worth hiring are the ones that go above and beyond. The ones that you can rely upon when things start to go wrong on your big day!

Look at the hire companies testimonials. What have other customers said about the company? That is the best way of telling which ones are worth hiring and which ones aren’t. So start looking through testimonials today to find the wedding car hire Nottingham that will go that extra mile.

Why Wedding Cars are so expensive

February 4th, 2010

On your search for the right wedding car, you will likely find that the cost of hiring a car can be quite expensive. Obviously it depends entirely upon the company that you choose and the car that you are interested in; but as a general rule all wedding cars can be expensive to hire. So just why is this?

What you have to remember is that wedding cars need to be impressive, comfortable and they have to be extra special. Whilst you are simply using wedding car hire Nottingham, the company that you are hiring from has to pay for the actual car. Say you want to hire a Rolls Royce Phantom; the car costs around £250,000 to buy. That is a lot of money to pay up front and that doesn’t include the tax or insurance! So for the company it’s a huge cost that needs to be made up.

Of course there are times when wedding cars Nottingham are more expensive than they usually are. These include wedding season which is typically from May until September and then again in December. During these months wedding car hire Nottingham will be more expensive because there is a higher demand. So the next time you wonder why wedding car hire is so expensive, give a thought to the company that has to buy and pay to run the cars annually.

Things to Keep in Mind with a Summer Wedding

January 27th, 2010

If you are due to get married this summer, you may still be waiting to book your wedding transportation. If you are then you may not be aware that there are certain things that apply to summer weddings that you need to be aware of. One of these things is the cost of a summer wedding.

When looking at wedding car hire Nottingham in the summer, you will see that the prices typically shoot up. This is because from May right through until September is wedding season. Most people like to get married in summer because the weather is gorgeous (or at least that’s the theory!) and typically the pictures turn out a lot better when everything looks brighter. Wedding car hire companies take full advantage of this and they can get away with charging a little more.

As well as the price, you also need to consider air conditioning. You don’t want to be sweating in your wedding dress as you travel to the venue. Therefore you will need to book a car that has air conditioning to keep you cool.
Overall you should consider comparing as many different wedding cars Nottingham has to offer. That way you will be able to see which cars are cheaper and  which companies you should avoid.

What is the Cheapest Time of the Year to Book Wedding Car Hire?

January 21st, 2010

As with many things, the time of year that you book your wedding car hire will ultimately decide how much you need to pay. Certain times of the year will be more expensive than others. Therefore if you are on a budget, you should look into an off season wedding.

If you have an off season wedding, not only will you save money on wedding cars Nottingham, but you will also save money on your entire wedding. The venue will be cheaper, as will your honeymoon! But just what constitutes as an off season wedding?

Typically it is cheaper to use wedding car hire from January to May and then from September to December. Usually the main wedding season starts in May and it ends in September. Then business picks up again in December as couples dream of a white wedding and it is typically the party season. So if you are planning on booking an off peak wedding to save money then always book in the off peak months mentioned.

However, even if you plan to get married in proper wedding season, you can still save money on wedding car hire Nottingham by having your wedding on a weekday. Saturdays and Sundays do tend to be more popular as everyone will be off work and better able to attend the wedding. So booing on a weekday will save you a little money, even in high season.