AEC Regal III

Vehicle Ref 864

Yellow and green vintage single-decker bus captured from a side angle on a sunny day with the bride and groom posing next to it on a tarmac area.

About this vehicle:

This beautifully restored 1948 AEC Regal III single-decker bus brings an unmistakable touch of post-war charm to any wedding. With its elegant cream and green two-tone livery, sweeping curved bodywork and distinctive 1940s front grille, it’s a real showpiece that looks fantastic in photographs outside period manor houses, barns and traditional church settings.

 

Inside, the coach provides comfortable seating for up to 33 passengers, making it ideal for transporting the bridal party, close family or groups of guests between venues. Via a front sliding door and a step up you enter the interior which retains its original vintage warmth, with period-style cloth seating in green colour mixes, and large windows that give everyone a wide, bright view during the journey.

 

The AEC Regal III is a true British transport icon. First introduced in the late 1940s, it quickly became renowned for its smooth ride, reliability and timeless styling. Many served on regional and rural routes throughout the UK, and surviving examples — especially ones from the 1940s — are now extremely rare. This fully restored model captures the spirit of classic British coaching and adds a wonderfully nostalgic feel to your wedding day.

 

For weddings in Walsall, Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire and across the West Midlands, this delightful 1948 Regal III offers both charm and practicality. Whether it’s used as guest transport or simply as a beautifully unique backdrop for photos, it brings personality, heritage and a memorable vintage touch to your celebration.

Features

Exterior / Interior Colours:

Green & Cream / Green Cloth

Total Number of Seats:

33 Passengers (+ Chauffeur)

Chauffeur's Attire:

Smart Suit & Tie

Children & Babies:

Babies & Children

Number of Passenger Seats:

0 Front , 33 Rear

Passenger Seat Belts Fitted:

0 Front , 0 Rear

Vehicle's Year:

1948

Vehicle Local Area:

Walsall, West Midlands

Vehicle Make:

AEC

Vehicle Operating Area

Verified Reviews from Past Clients

An amazing classic/vintage car, clean and well presented. Driver was very professional and went above and beyond to ensure transport was perfect
From Alexander
29-05-2026

An amazing classic/vintage car, clean and well presented. Driver was very professional and went above and beyond to ensure transport was perfect

Glynne was brilliant on our wedding day. He arrived early, immaculately turned out and the car spotless. It felt so special arriving in a Rolls-Royce. Glynne took us for a drive after the wedding and was super accommodating whilst we took some pictures with the car. Thank you.
From Laura
13-09-2025

Glynne was brilliant on our wedding day. He arrived early, immaculately turned out and the car spotless. It felt so special arriving in a Rolls-Royce. Glynne took us for a drive after the wedding and was super accommodating whilst we took some pictures with the car. Thank you.

Exceptional communication during the run up to our Wedding day and brilliant service on the day, using a route which is notoriously difficult! Thank you so much for making the day so special and stress-free! 
From Sophie Carter
05-05-2026

Exceptional communication during the run up to our Wedding day and brilliant service on the day, using a route which is notoriously difficult! Thank you so much for making the day so special and stress-free! 

We couldn't have chosen a better car for our wedding. It was fantastic! We loved driving to and from our wedding and the car received so much attention for the public and our guests which made us feel extra special. Our driver was amazing and went above and beyond for us on the day ans we couldn't have been more grateful. Having this car absolutely made our day and both the photos and videos are amazing!!
From Alexandra Richards
21-05-2026

We couldn't have chosen a better car for our wedding. It was fantastic! We loved driving to and from our wedding and the car received so much attention for the public and our guests which made us feel extra special. Our driver was amazing and went above and beyond for us on the day ans we couldn't have been more grateful. Having this car absolutely made our day and both the photos and videos are amazing!!

Can not thank you enough. The car was beautiful. The driver was so Friendly helpful and patien and. Looked very smart. Thank you for making my daughters day so special. Would deffinatly recommend. Thank you
From Julie Round
24-05-2026

Can not thank you enough. The car was beautiful. The driver was so Friendly helpful and patien and. Looked very smart. Thank you for making my daughters day so special. Would deffinatly recommend. Thank you

Beautiful car as described. It arrived earlier than expected which meant there was no stress waiting for it. Driver was very friendly and helpful. We had 5 people in the car and had plenty of room even with a large wedding dress. It was lovely to arrive at the venue with the top down. All in all so glad we chose this car and service.
From Joanne Moore
25-05-2026

Beautiful car as described. It arrived earlier than expected which meant there was no stress waiting for it. Driver was very friendly and helpful. We had 5 people in the car and had plenty of room even with a large wedding dress. It was lovely to arrive at the venue with the top down. All in all so glad we chose this car and service.

What a pleasure dealing with Nigel, Nigel arrived at agreed time with the wedding car immaculately turned out gleaming in the sunshine, throughout the afternoon Nigel looked after us and nothing was to much trouble. Thank you for a great service
From Michael Stearn
24-05-2026

What a pleasure dealing with Nigel, Nigel arrived at agreed time with the wedding car immaculately turned out gleaming in the sunshine, throughout the afternoon Nigel looked after us and nothing was to much trouble. Thank you for a great service

The guests transported from the church to the venue had a great time. The driver and his assistant were great and in all it added to a brilliant day. Thanks.
From Steven Stokes
23-05-2026

The guests transported from the church to the venue had a great time. The driver and his assistant were great and in all it added to a brilliant day. Thanks.

Perfect, great timing, happy guests…couldn’t ask for any better!
From Clifton C
23-05-2026

Perfect, great timing, happy guests…couldn’t ask for any better!

Was such a lovely car , great driver , very friendly made us all feel at ease , made the day more fabulous!
From Lisa Wheldon
23-05-2026

Was such a lovely car , great driver , very friendly made us all feel at ease , made the day more fabulous!

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