We used a vintage taxi from FilmCars for our wedding and it was absolutely perfect! Peter was great to work with and when something came up last minute, his replacement driver Larry was extremely friendly and got us to our destination promptly and safely. He was great about us (and our guests) using the car for photos ops. We received so many comments from our guests about how much they loved the taxi. Highly recommend using Filmcars for any upcoming events! read more

There aren't enough good things to say about Peter and his iconic NYC taxi cab! Peter was highly attentive and responsive, and made for the perfect addition to my wedding day! It was such a magical experience driving through Soho and seeing how passersby react to seeing an old-school cab. It brought so much joy not only to my husband and me but also to every person it drove past. To make things better, Peter was all about setting up the best photos (and I have the images to prove it), and I want another excuse to book him again for a special occasion. read more

We are so thankful that we hired Peter- his vintage yellow taxi was a really fun addition to our wedding day at The Sanctuary on Roosevelt Island last month. He is thoughtful, communicative, and went above and beyond for my husband and I on our big day! He drove back to the venue after he dropped us off so that we could take sunset photos with the vintage taxi- they are some of my very favorite photos from the day. He was also so sweet to my little cousin, who is obsessed with cars- Peter was patient and answered every question that he asked him! If you're looking for a stylish ride to be a whimsical addition to your NYC wedding, look no further than Peter! read more

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If you're thinking of hiring Peter's checker cab, as an addition to your wedding day, we could not recommend it highly enough! Peter was a pleasure to work with; from his initial, carefully thought out emails, to his demeanor on the day, as well as the presentation of the cab, he clearly has a keen eye for detail. Peter was meticulous with his facts, as he drove, and chose the perfect spot in Washington Square Park for us to have pictures. We will look at Peter and his services fondly as one of the highlights of our big day. read more

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Peter and his amazing car really made our wedding just so very special. I am so glad that we reached out to him, I don't even know where to begin. Peter was incredibly responsive and so thoughtful in his suggestions for our day. He picked us up (and was early) from our first look location downtown - and the second we saw the car we were even more excited about the day, which we didn't think was possible! We told him a few spots we were thinking of in Brooklyn but really put everything in his hands, which worked out beautifully - he drove us over the Brooklyn Bridge and found the perfect spot that wasn't crowded and had absolutely gorgeous views. And then when our photographer wanted to go back to another mural we passed, Peter didn't blink and knew exactly how to get there. I know he's been doing this a long time, but he seemed just as excited about the adventure as we were which made everything just so fun. The car was, of course, AMAZING - which we could tell by the photos and information he sent us initially - but what we didn't know was how wonderful Peter himself would be. We are seriously considering booking him again for our one year anniversary - Peter, please keep September 3rd free :-) Peter and FilmCars was a very magical part of a very magical day, and we are so thankful we found him! If you're considering it too, go for it, you will not regret it!! read more

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Peter (and Gil) made everything from booking to day-of so seamless. Their kindness speaks volumes and the classic NYC taxi made our New York wedding extra special - not to mention so much more affordable than vintage vehicles quoted elsewhere. Their services is top notch and we will continue to recommend and support this business as a rare gem in a sea of vendors! Not to mention there were behind-the-scenes hiccups day of (since it was pouring rain on our day) that we had no idea even happened, everything was perfectly perfect and we couldn't be more grateful for their help and beautiful vehicles as part of our special memories. Photographer: Grace Brown Photography @gracebrownphoto read more

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Highly recommend hiring Peter and one of his old taxi cabs. This feels more like a passion for him than a traditional wedding vendor. He clearly loves his old cars and keeps them up beautifully. He coordinated his timing with our photographer, arrived early, and had great suggestions for photos. His car and himself really enhanced our overall experience on our wedding day. Thanks Peter! read more

My wife and I booked Peter and "Big Yellow," a 1957 Checkered Cab, for our wedding day on New Year's Eve and we are so glad we did. His warmth, kindness, support and professionalism was clear from our very first communication to our very last. On the day of, Peter arrived early at our hotel and was on standby. He did everything he could to make the day special--from spontaneously driving us up to Tavern on the Green for photos to bringing additional lighting for inside the cab to having "just married" signs ready on-hand to bringing an Italian flag (we're Italian) so we could hold it up in some shots to wiping down the car so we wouldn't get wet to helping our photographer stage photos, Peter went above and beyond to make our day so seamless and so special. It's clear Peter loves his job (and his customers) and we'll be forever grateful for his kindness and preparedness, which really helped provide a unique and characteristically New York vibe to our wedding. We would 100% recommend Film Cars to anyone interested! read more

Ok I cannot believe it took me 3 years to finally write this review. My husband and I used a checker cab for wedding photos and to get from our hotel on the LES to our venue in Brooklyn. Peter was THE best to work with, clearly loves what he does, and I seriously think his presence and fun energy added to our special day. Our photographer was trying to get a photo of us through the back windshield and Peter whipped out an anti-glare screen from the trunk to make it easier. This is one of my favorite photos from the day and captures what an amazingly nice man he is and how he truly cares for his clients. If you're even slightly thinking of booking a checker cab with Peter for your special event, just do yourself a favor and do it -- you won't regret it! read more

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I can not say enough great things about the cab or Peter. Peter worked with us when the other cars were booked, and offered his personal vintage cab and himself as driver. Peter was a pro at navigating the city and even worked with our photographer to make sure we got the perfect shots- one being the cab, us, and the entire Empire State Building. It looks like it's out of a magazine, and something that would not have happened without his suggestion. He was one of the easiest vendors we worked with for the wedding. Incredibly responsive and personable. He made sure we got where we needed to on time and never felt rushed. It was so nice to have a calming presence on the way to the ceremony. If you are on the fence about hiring FilmCars, do it. Peter helped to set the tone for the whole day. He helped to make our big day run so smoothly. We would hire him again in a heartbeat. read more

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I feel so bad because I have a sneaky suspicion I didn't leave a review for the first time I used this company, which was for our wedding last year. I've now used their service twice (second yesterday for our anniversary) Both times we were fortunate to get Peter as our driver. He made my husband and I feel so comfortable and told us the fascinating background of the car and the company. He's clearly dedicated to ensuring a good experience for his clients! He was also so wonderful and encouraging about us taking pictures with the car. Yesterday about 20 of our friends came to see it and he treated them all so well! I can't say enough good things about this company. If you have a special event, definitely book them. And for everything you get, I firmly believe the price is right! read more

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A SENSATIONAL, FIVE STAR EXPERIENCE! Peter, the owner, is the nicest person I have ever met. His attention to detail, fun and humorous spirit, and genuine kindness made him a pleasure to work with. Our wedding day driver, Miguel, couldn't have been more thoughtful and attentive. The vintage taxicab brought some nice sunshine to our rainy wedding day and made for some standout photos for us, our families, and our guests. I highly recommend FilmCars for your special occasion! read more

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If I could give 100 stars, I would. The professionalism, speed, and courtesy Peter handled our request with is unparalleled. As a native New Yorker, it was my dream to rent a vintage taxi for my wedding and he made it happen on such short notice. The driver, Miguel, was icing on the cake. He was beyond kind and went above and beyond for us by providing us with water and helping direct traffic when we were taking our wedding photos. Whether you are looking to use the taxis for a film shoot or a wedding service, I cannot emphasize enough how special they made us feel and the utmost courtesy they provided. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! read more

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Perfection! Working with Film Cars today was amazing! Kind and gentle and just incredibly patient. They waited while I was able to take my pictures and I didn't feel rushed. Also, as my couple and I were headed into Central Park I was explained exactly where they were going to be parked so we knew where they going to be parked when my couple and got out of the park. I cannot even explain how sweet and wonderful it was to work with them. Thank you read more

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We used a checker cab for our engagement shoot and Film Cars made it so easy. Peter was very communicative and friendly over email, and he sent a driver named Miguel, who was just the best. Miguel arrived maybe two minutes late and was incredibly apologetic (he got held up in traffic), even though we didn't mind at all. He was so enthusiastic and clearly loves driving the 1969 cab we had. Another bonus was that the cab could actually drive us around, so we didn't have to walk back and forth on cobblestone and carry our stuff everywhere. I shopped around a lot and Film Cars was by far the best value. They are total pros and the customer service is wonderful. We love the photos and the cab added a special touch. read more

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Choosing to work with Peter and having his old-fashioned, authentic taxi show up to our wedding was one of the best decisions we made for our special day.  We arranged for Peter to show up about an hour prior to the wedding concluding, and to take us home.  The car was beyond authentic, no pictures can do it justice.  Everyone that left the wedding saw and loved the car, most taking opportunities to photograph with it too.  Literally, everything in this car is original, and it's like it transported us back to an earlier time. This was truly a unique experience.  While the car was certainly one of a kind, we felt the same about Peter.  His energy, warmth, and generosity brought a perfect, stress-free ending to what was the best night of our lives.  We're grateful that our paths crossed and will always remember our cruise home under the city lights, breakfast at Tiffany's soothing our souls after an aggressive but perfect night of dancing. While the car provides special value and meaning, so does Peter.  His energy and warmth were the icings on the cake for a great addition to our special day. read more

I can't say enough good things about Peter and the cab we used for our elopement! To quote my husband it was "the highlight of the day! " (Which he corrected himself and said "a highlight" after I glared at him ) The day of our wedding I was a bundle of nerves- once Peter arrived though with his friendly and easy going manner- all the stress of the day melted away! It was such a wonderful experience and I'm so grateful to Peter and his beautiful cab. Highly recommend!! read more

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My husband and I reserved Peter's cab for our elopement in Central Park. It was an absolute perfect touch to our day. Not only did he drive us all over Manhattan, but he knew the right spots for the perfect photos. Peter was so cheerful and never rushed us. It was a breeze to book him and always kept communication. I cannot recommend Peter enough! Book him, you won't regret it! read more

Wow, wow, wow. Just.....wow. I knew I needed a vintage taxi, but I knew I made that right choice from the very beginning. It was just the cherry on top to finally see it on my wedding day. Peter, you have been absolutely amazing to work with for myself, and even with my Bring On The Brides clients. You are extremely respectful, kind, you care so much for your taxi and clients, you go above measures to confirm information, and make sure that we are all comfortable. Now, on the wedding day......WOW again. The taxi is beautiful, the pictures in/around it were beautiful. Everything about having you apart of my wedding journey and day was completely necessary. I am so happy I went with going DIFFERENT. And anyone who is reading this is thinking the same, I promise you will not regret it! read more

We booked film cars for our save the date photoshoot and couldn't be happier. The entire experience was seamless from beginning to end. Customer service was very helpful and responsive. Film cars went above and beyond to fit our accommodations and worked with our time frame, they even recommend locations to avoid heavy crowds. Overall, we are pleased with this company and the exceptional service. We can't wait to use film cars again on our wedding day! read more

Words can not express how special Peter, and his FILMCARS team, made us feel on our wedding day! We wanted a classic taxi cab for our NYC wedding, and the cab itself was beautiful. Due to a busy weekend, most of the cabs were already booked, but Peter accommodated us with his personal cab, which meant a lot to us. Peter made our vision come to life, as we drove around in an authentic, classic cab, which had everyone's heads turning as we drove by. Not only did Peter provide us with a beautiful cab, but he went above and beyond! We highly recommend using FILM CARS if you are looking for that classic taxi cab feel! read more

My husband had the greatest idea, which was to rent a vintage 1960s Yellow Checker Cab for our Manhattan wedding... what a great idea for our photos! I contacted about 20 companies that offered services like this and above and beyond immediately, I KNEW Film Cars was for me!! The owner, Peter, was probably the NICEST person I've EVER spoken to in my life! He seemed genuinely excited to be providing the cab for our event!! Everything was easily and quickly booked, and at a very affordable price! The cab showed up on time with "Just Married" written on the back window, per my request, and let me tell you, it looked SO cool! We got IN it, we got ON it, we posed around it... these have to be the coolest looking photos (I'll post when I get them from our photographer) ever!!! If you're looking for vintage cars, don't go ANYWHERE else!!!!! The cab was clean, the driver respectful and Peter is just the most lovely person!! So glad I booked Film Cars!! read more

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful service. Also, very reasonably priced. Peter was SO kind and attentive after our wedding, and he told us all about the history of the checker cab. Truly amazing and awesome--highly recommend it, if you need a getaway car!! read more

Peter and his vintage NYC Checkered Cab were the absolute perfect beginning and end to our wedding. The vehicle itself was immaculate and has been restored to its true beauty, including its original meter. On our day, it was very warm, and the air conditioning was fantastic! The beautiful classic car aside though, we (my wife and I) must note how wonderful Peter Yannello (Owner and Driver) is. Peter, you are an absolute delight! And truely helped us enjoy our magical day! Peter really thinks of everything, and worked so well with our photographers. The pictures are incredible. So if you are reading this review, you may be considering hiring Peter and/or his company This is an easy decision. Do it! No better way to make an entrance and end the evening. read more

Peter is the BEST! We used Film Cars for our Wedding transportation from the ceremony to the reception. The car was a huge hit with all of our guests and it was beautiful. We ended up with some really great photos and it really made our wedding exit that more special and memorable. Since my first correspondence with Peter, he was kind, professional, and patient. While he drove us in the cab, we felt like we were the only car in town. He decorated the car with "Just Married" written on the back, classic tin cans hanging, and flowers. He even added a Greek flag since my husband is Greek. The Film Cars vintage cab is stunning, it's in mint condition as you can see from the photos and it just looks incredible inside and out. It gave us the classic, throwback feel we were going for and was also so special for us since my husband's father drove that same cab in the 70's. Peter you made the experience 10x better with your wonderful personality and style. We will never forget our celebratory drive with you - thank you for making our day! Highly Recommend!!! read more

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Peter from Film Cars was the upmost professional and AMAZING VENDOR at our wedding. He made our final exit of our wedding SO much more memorable! He was waiting for us at the end of our sparklers. It was the best wedding exit!!!! Peter is the ABSOLUTE BEST! There is no other way to put it. Peter was extremely responsive and we would give Peter a thousand stars if we could. The yellow taxi even had the most PERFECT music throughout the night which made our ride through New York City very MEMORABLE and we will always remember it. He even played our wedding song and our cake cutting song during our ride. He was there perfectly ON TIME and our correspondence was great as we was extremely responsive. Peter was reasonable, responsible, detail oriented, punctual, and the payment was so easy. Just an overall delight to work with Peter and I would HIGHLY recommend for not only weddings but for any event. We wish we could relive that night! It was the best night of our lives!! read more

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Peter at Film Cars was the best vendor we worked with for our wedding- he is quick to respond, and a true professional. The checker cab is in great condition, and turned a lot of heads as we drove down 5th Ave. I wish i could give more than 5 stars! I definitely would recommend Film Cars!! read more

We had the pleasure of having Peter from Film Cars as our transportation from our wedding this weekend and all we can say is WOW! Both the car and Peter were the highlight of our big day in Manhattan. From our first conversation to the end Peter was responsive, professional and beyond courteous. We highly recommend if you want a head turning experience for any special day! read more

If you want a unique touch to your wedding, Film Cars is the way to go! The staff is super-friendly and their rates are so reasonable. We decided to get a checker cab and that was probably the best decision we made throughout the entire planning process. Everyone could not stop talking about the cab even weeks after the wedding. We got honks and cheers as we were riding along -- I felt like a star! If you don't exactly want a vintage cab, they have plenty of other cars to choose from. But the cab was roomy, in mint condition (they all are, I'm sure) and rode very smoothly. Our driver was also very helpful and even provided us with some refreshing beverages. read more

We had a wonderful experience with Peter and his Checker Cab for our May wedding. This was best part of our wedding! Peter who is the owner and also our driver is super friendly, accommodating and helpful. Even in the rain, Peter was willing to take us anywhere for pictures. He even assisted in protecting our photographer from the rain! The car is keep in immaculate condition and very photogenic! It makes your photos look very classy and classic. They were also willing to work within our budget, most of all it was a well worth expense. Everyone will stop and stare at your awesome ride! read more

Peter is INCREDIBLE! My husband and I enlisted his help to use a 1968 checker cab as our getaway car after our ceremony in Manhattan. Everything about the rental was perfect. The car is in immaculate/pristine condition and has been well maintained. The driver/owner, Peter, is the sweetest, most genuine person I encountered during our wedding planning process. He is also very knowledgeable about his vehicles and shared fun facts about the taxi during our short drive from the church to Central Park. Peter remained in constant communication with from us from the time we booked the car (July 2017) through our wedding day (July 2018). He contacted us a few days after the wedding wishing us the best and brightest future (something that other vendors would never do!). He also saved the cork from the champagne we drank as we drove off from the church in case we wanted to save it as a memento! The cab added the perfect NYC feel to our day and was quite the head turner! Our photos with the car are beautiful and were such a unique touch to our day! I would highly recommend Peter's services to all couples looking for the perfect enhancement to their getaway. Peter is truly a class act, and the checker cab was definitely one of the best additions to our wedding day. Thank you Peter!! read more

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If I could give Film Cars 10 stars I would! We decided to have a Checker Cab as our lead car at our wedding this May. The cab was absolutely gorgeous, and a real eye catcher -- we have so many great photos with the cab, and everyone on the street was looking too! What was really most impressive though was the owner Peter. He is, without a doubt, one of the nicest, most responsive, professional people I have ever worked with. He was excellent from our very first contact. It is such a pleasure working with someone like Peter in the midst of wedding planning. Because his drivers were all going to be at a car show the weekend of our wedding he drove us himself so we got to meet this wonderful man in person. He was awesome about helping us stage photos with the cab and helping in other ways. The kicker is that he sent us a really nice thank you note after the wedding (I can't say any of our other vendors did that!) I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you for making our wedding so special! read more

Reached out to Film Cars last minute the week of my wedding to ask about an exit car after the ceremony and Peter responded quickly and luckily was available. He was very very nice and and friendly. He got there early and even though our ceremony ended late, he was there patient and smiling and courteous to get us to our venue. Pricing was very reasonable and everyone absolutely loved the car. Husband was hesitant at first about the idea of getting a classic checker cab but he was so glad we went through with it. It was such a memorable and fun once in a lifetime experience. Our videographer got some aerial drone footage of us in our cab leaving the church after the ceremony and i can't wait to see it! read more

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On last minute notice by us (2 weeks before our wedding!), Peter of FilmCars, provided a very professional, memorable, wonderful experience on our wedding day. From our first email correspondence I knew we were in good hands. In his 1969 taxi he escorted us from a Manhattan church to our reception in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. He allowed us to take our time at both places in order to take as many photos as we wanted. He was very professional, genuinely excited to be with us and drive us to our reception, and we enjoyed excellent conversation with him on our way to Brooklyn. Riding with Peter in his cab was special treat on our wedding day, and an experience that we will not soon forget. Go check out FilmCars, and Peter now! read more

I read somewhere that checker cabs can be rented for weddings and was hooked right away - but worried it would cost a small fortune. I reached out to Film Cars and promtly received a reply by the owner, Peter. As others have noted, he is one of the most pleasurable people you'll ever do business with and will go above and beyond to make sure you get the most out of this experience. out photos with the cab turned out wonderful and we tried to hire a cab again for our anniversary, but unfortunately the cab was doing a movie that time. Definitely highly recommended and so memorable! read more

We used Film Cars for our wedding exit car. This was the best decision ever! This Company could not be more courteous and professional. We even received a extremely thankful note from the Company (Peter) after the event wishing us the best and saying thank you again. They are also extremely reasonable with pricing. The vehicles are amazing, in superb condition, and make for some great pictures. You will not be disappointed. Trust me. People still ask us how we found them because they loved the nostalgia the cars provided for the event. Soooo much better than a traditional limo or exit car service. read more

One of the best decisions I made was to hire Peter at Film Cars. From the ever first email exchange I knew my experience would be wonderful. Being that your ride is heading to one of the most important moments in life.... having Peter's friendly face and calming disposition greet you makes it an easy ride. Peter you brought joy to my day and mean my visual come to life. It was magical to have this special car drive us around the city streets and play such an important role in our photos that I will cherish forever. We turned heads in a city that is hard to stand out. Peter dealt with all the children who just wanted to check out the car with such ease and delight. He made our day special. If you want a unique ride to continue the NY wedding experience call Peter. read more

I booked Peter and his beautiful cab for my wedding day. Hands down the best vendor we had for our day. The car was perfect and he is one of a kind. His communication was exceptional, his manner is nothing short of perfect. He played beautiful music throughout our journey, was happy and helpful throughout. I cannot recommend him highly enough. For an incredible adventure in a treasured cab, book him! It will be the best decision you make! read more

It was such a pleasure to have Peter of Film Cars as a part of our big day. The entire process of working with him from start to finish was so enjoyable and I could not recommend him more for any transportation needs you might have. I heard about Peter's company from a co-worker who recommended him after using his services for her own wedding and recently for her 10 year anniversary. I had been looking for a vintage cab or car for only a couple of hours to get us around our Greenpoint neighborhood for a few stops on our wedding day that would fit into our budget. Peter was more than accommodating from his first email on and offered up his own car and personal services for a reasonable price and was completely upfront and honest. He is courteous and professional, was always warm, kind, and reassuring in every email, correspondence, and interaction. He was completely accommodating with all of our requests and happily decorated the car for us as part of his services. He was so understanding and whisked us away from all of the commotion for private moments together throughout our ride and evening. Also he did not count the minutes when we went over our allotted time like other drivers would and did not charge us anything beyond our previously negotiated rate. Getting to enjoy just a quiet drive around our neighborhood and getting a break from all of the festivities, family and friends was just what we needed that day. It was so great to just sit and talk with him about music, movies, our honeymoon travel plans, and not worry about the wedding for a few moments. We got so many compliments about the cab all evening, it was a huge hit with our guests and produced some fantastic photos. It was so funny to see complete strangers on the street take photos as we were driving by or try to hail us down for a lift, it really was a once in a lifetime experience! Hope we get to work together with him again one day in the future. Thank you Peter! read more

Peter from Film Cars is in an elite class all by himself when it comes to making your wedding day/event extra special. His personal touch and attention to every single detail is what sets him apart. My experience with Film Cars on my Wedding Day was so memorable that it remains in my thoughts every day. My in laws arrived to NYC from Japan and were made to feel so comfortable by Peter that they still ask about him and wish him Happy Birthday each year! We rented the Checker Cab as our Wedding Car and also rented Peter's 1949 Skyview Desoto which seats nine people for family. Life is for living and this is an experience you should not miss. read more