Jump directly to the content

PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle kept up their wedding's theme of tradition blended with modernity by driving to their reception in a classic Jaguar converted to run on electricity.

The newlyweds travelled to the Frogmore House after-party in a silver Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero - a modern electric car based on the 1968 British classic.

The newlyweds travelled to the Frogmore House after-party in a silver Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero - a modern electric car based on the 1968 British classic
12
The newlyweds travelled to the Frogmore House after-party in a silver Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero - a modern electric car based on the 1968 British classic

Royal officials specially leased the £350,000 motor from Jaguar for the day - and even kitted it out with a bespoke numberplate that spells out the date of the wedding.

The luxury car is thought to have been a special request from the environmentally-conscious couple.

Eagle-eyed Royal fans also noticed that it was a left-hand drive model - a possible nod to Meghan's American heritage.

The near-silent car can hit 60mph in just 5.5 seconds and boasts a specially made 220kW engine.

12
Prince Harry and Meghan leave for their reception together[/caption]

Prince Harry opens the car door for his bride as they leave for their reception tonight
12
Prince Harry opens the car door for his bride as they leave for their reception tonightCredit: PA:Press Association
The newlyweds look like Hollywood stars in their open top convertible. Meghan is wearing an emerald cut aquamarine diamond which once belonged to Princess Diana
12
The newlyweds look like Hollywood stars in their open top convertible. Meghan is wearing an emerald cut aquamarine diamond which once belonged to Princess DianaCredit: PA:Press Association
Princess Diana, pictured with her stepmother Countess Raine Spencer, wearing the ring in June 1997
12
Princess Diana, pictured with her stepmother Countess Raine Spencer, wearing the ring in June 1997Credit: Getty - Contributor
Meghan and Harry leave for the reception in an E-type Jaguar, which has the date of their wedding on the licence plate
12
Meghan and Harry leave for the reception in an E-type Jaguar, which has the date of their wedding on the licence plateCredit: Rex Features
The couple begin their drive to Frogmore House, where the reception will be held
12
The couple begin their drive to Frogmore House, where the reception will be heldCredit: HANNAH MCKAY
Harry looked dapper in a tuxedo, while Meghan was modern with her shoulders out in the full length Stella McCartney gown
12
Harry looked dapper in a tuxedo, while Meghan was modern with her shoulders out in the full length Stella McCartney gownCredit: PA:Press Association
A police officer salutes the couple as they drive to their reception tonight
12
A police officer salutes the couple as they drive to their reception tonightCredit: Mark Stewart Ltd
Meghan wowed again in the halter-neck dress, which was another modern twist on the day
12
Meghan wowed again in the halter-neck dress, which was another modern twist on the dayCredit: PA:Press Association
The loved-up couple couldn't stop beaming as they waved to the cheering crowds.
12
The loved-up couple couldn't stop beaming as they waved to the cheering crowds.Credit: PA:Press Association
Meghan is wearing a ring which once belonged to Princess Diana
12
Meghan is wearing a ring which once belonged to Princess DianaCredit: PA:Press Association
Pippa Middleton and new husband James Matthews left their wedding in a Jaguar E Type
Pippa Middleton and new husband James Matthews left their wedding in a Jaguar E TypeCredit: Rex Features

MOST READ IN NEWS

Hollyoaks star breaks silence after mum and stepdad found dead in France
SON'S AGONY

Hollyoaks star breaks silence after mum and stepdad found dead in France

Woman dies after car crashes into bus in devastating early-morning collision
TRAGIC DEATH

Woman dies after car crashes into bus in devastating early-morning collision

England's 'worst place to live' is 'dump' full of beggars & casinos
DUMPING GROUND

England's 'worst place to live' is 'dump' full of beggars & casinos

Dad of tragic twins found dead in river fears they were 'kidnapped'
FAMILY HEARTBREAK

Dad of tragic twins found dead in river fears they were 'kidnapped'

Racing driver Sir Jackie Stewart said of the original: "Without a doubt, the most beautiful car that has ever been mass produced. Ever since it was introduced in 1960 it changed the course of car design and the industry forever."

Last year Pippa Middleton and hubby James Matthews sped off in Britain's oldest surviving Jaguar E-Type following their wedding ceremony at St Mark's Church in Englefield, Berks

It has consistently topped polls of Britain's favourite car.

We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at [email protected] or call 0207 782 4368. You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. We pay for videos too. Click here to upload yours.

Topics
YOU MIGHT LIKE
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU
MORE FOR YOU