Picture Carsfor New York productions
Vehicles for film, television, commercials, photography, music videos, branded content, and events across New York City and Long Island.
01 / The Picture Car brief
Built for the frame.
A picture car is selected for how it looks and functions on camera. The right match starts with the creative direction and the production requirements.
Explore available cars →Share the information that affects how the vehicle needs to appear, move, and arrive on set. These three details give the team a clear starting point for vehicle review.
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Recent work.
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Current listed fleet
Available cars.
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The production workflow
From brief to vehicle review.
Provide the production details first so the team can evaluate the request accurately.
Send the brief
Include the concept, dates, location, vehicle references, and intended use.
Review the match
The team reviews the requested vehicle and the production requirements.
Confirm details
Clarify the schedule, location, vehicle use, and production contact.
Plan next steps
Monarq Motors confirms the appropriate next step for the request.
Production uses
One fleet. Different frames.
Use the brief to explain the creative context and how the vehicle needs to appear or operate.
Film and television
Vehicle requests tied to a scene, character, location, or period reference.
Commercials
Cars selected for advertising, brand campaigns, and product-focused visuals.
Photography
Editorial, automotive, fashion, and branded still-image production.
Music videos
Vehicles requested as a featured visual element or production background.
Branded content
Creative work produced for social, digital, and campaign distribution.
Events
Static display and event-production requests with defined logistics and use.
Picture Cars FAQ
Before you send the brief.
Clear project details help the team review the request efficiently.
What is a picture car rental for film and television production?
A picture car is a vehicle selected to appear on camera in a film, television show, commercial, music video, photo shoot, or branded production. Unlike a standard rental chosen mainly for transportation, a picture car is reviewed for its appearance, intended use, schedule, and production logistics.
How much does it cost to rent a picture car?
Picture car rental pricing is quoted for each production. The vehicle, shoot dates, location, schedule, intended use, access requirements, and delivery or transportation needs all affect the quote. Send Monarq Motors a complete production brief for an accurate review.
Can Monarq source vintage cars, luxury cars, exotic cars, and supercars?
Yes. Monarq Motors offers a listed fleet of luxury and exotic vehicles and works with vehicle partners to source additional picture cars, ranging from vintage and period cars to modern supercars. Provide the desired make, model, year or era, color, reference images, and intended use. All vehicles are subject to availability and production approval.
Can Monarq deliver picture cars in New York and ship them nationwide?
Yes. Monarq Motors is based in Farmingdale, Long Island, and directly serves productions throughout New York City and Long Island. For productions elsewhere in the United States, Monarq can arrange nationwide vehicle shipping for confirmed picture-car requests. Transportation is reviewed based on the destination, schedule, access requirements, vehicle, and production needs.
Can a picture car be driven, rigged, or used in a stunt scene?
Every intended use must be disclosed and approved in advance. Explain whether the vehicle will be stationary, transported, driven on private property or public roads, fitted with production equipment, or involved in stunt or special-effects work. Approval varies by vehicle and production. The production is responsible for required permits, insurance, and location approvals.
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