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Stretching A Limousine - How A Limo Is Made

How is a limo stretched or made? Making, or stretching a limousine is no simple task. The process of taking a standard, mass-produced automobile such as a Lincoln Towncar or Cadillac Seville, and producing a full-sized, fully loaded limousine involves many processes. In addition to these processes, a team of well-trained professionals are required. Such professionals are welders, interior fabricators, engineers, mechanics, and safety professionals.

A base vehicle, usually a Lincoln Towncar is bought from the manufacturer and then is stripped, cut, and separated into two separate halves. Many mass-produced vehicles start this process, from Cadillacs, Escalades, to Hummers; although, many such vehicles are not recommended to be stretched into Limousines.

Once split, the vehicle has its framework extended with steel structures - this establishes the "stretch". The structures are welded into place and require very detailed precision to ensure a consistent, uniform structure of the chassis; an inconsistent "stretch" could cause both mechanical and safety concerns in the future.

The added "stretch" module typically requires custom components and are internally produced by each individual coachbuilder. Such components include fiberglass, ABS plastic, wood cabinetry, wood finishes, upholstery, interior trim, laser cut metal fabricated parts, electrical finishes and more.

Once the stretch is added, the vehicle is moved to a body finishing process. This is where all added parts and assemblies are prepped for painting. After prep, the vehicle is painted, or "baked" in a paint spray room.

After painting, the vehicle is fashioned with the necessary electrical systems which include full limousine wiring. Next, the upholsterers enter and provide the limousine with detailed interior amenities: Professionals install luxury seating, mirror finishes, wood trim, and other luxury amenities.

After completion, the limousine undergoes a thorough inspection process and road test which examines drivability, undercarriage, amenities, water leaks, and more. Each inspection varies by coachbuilder.

It's a long one

Guinness Book of records "longest car"; for sale on the Internet, November 2002. This is the longest Limousine in the world - 100 ft long, with 26 wheels. 1980 Cadillac with less than 10,000 miles. The Limo has a largee Jacuzzi and sun deck. There are 2 drivers’ compartments. One in the front of the vehicle and one in the rear to make reversing easy. The limo has been registered in the Guinness Book of Records for 10 years as being the longest in the world. The limo is not road worthy and estimated a $10,000 in repairs. This was designed for a movie and doesn't have passenger seating. About a year ago, the vehicle underwent general external overhaul including body work and painting, anti-rust protection, replacement of worn upholstery, Over the last number of years, the car was on hire to companies, which used the limo for advertising purposes. The last client parked the limo next to his store in such a way a to draw tourists and passersby to stop and be photographed next to the vehicle – which led to increased volume in the client’s sales. Last year the limo was on hire for US$ 30,000 in advertising contracts last year alone. The vehicle is excellent for use as a billboard, eye grabber or any other advertising use.