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The cost of a Limousine explained...

Just as in any reputable business many factors affect the cost of renting a limousine. On we point out the most pertinent items which determine the pricing structure of Limousine rental. Although pricing may vary from city to city, the following list remains constant throughout the world. Quality professional services do not cut corners for price competition.

Equipment: First and foremost is the vehicle itself. The age and quality / condition of the Limousine is the most common factor affecting price. Limousines are not built by the major automobile manufacturers. In short form the base unit is purchased by a vehicle modifier (Coach Builder) through a dealer network. The base unit is then cut in half and modified into a stretched limousine. Several formulas affect the cost of building and purchasing a limousine. The most common cost cutting measure is to utilize lower cost, inferior components, in the assembly phase. Obviously using cheaper components results in a lower cost stretch. Unfortunately cheaper limousines usually break down more often affecting customer service. Limousine prices can vary as much as $12,000 per unit for identical size and amenities just based on production costs. Although most limousines can be functional for ten years or more. Most professional services update equipment every two to three years. Professional "customer orientated" Limousine Services typically operate better quality coaches for the purpose of offering more reliable service.

Safety; As a result of deficiencies in regulatory guidelines Coach Builders are not required to certify "modified" vehicles under FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards). In a nutshell this means their are very few safety standards applicable to a limousine. In recent years both Ford Lincoln / Mercury and GM Cadillac have incorporated programs to address safety standards. Respectfully labeled as Ford QVM ( Quality Vehicle Modifier) and GM CMC (Certified Vehicle Modifier), these program standards attempt to assure Limousine Services and passengers of safe reliable equipment. There are several items that these programs address but undoubtedly the most important are safety related. The most important consideration is vehicle weight and payload. Both Ford and GM have determined that Safety is compromised for any stretched Lincoln Town Car beyond 120" and Cadillac Sedan DeVille 130". Simply put the base units are not engineered to perform beyond these weight standards. In fact both auto manufacturers now void all factory warranties on any modified vehicle not conforming to program guidelines. The reason for this is that as a company they are responsibly responding to insurance coverage concerns. Certified vehicles cost more to purchase initially due to structural and component expenses related to "Coach Building". When choosing a Limousine one should consider how important is safety.

Maintenance; The cost of maintaining a Limousine is a major contributor to the operational expenses. Aside from the normal Oil changes and fuel costs there are several other key maintenance items associated with reliable operation. Many of these items are suggested regular maintenance for all vehicles that are largely ignored by the common vehicle owner. Most reputable Limousine services adhere adamantly to a maintenance schedule which surpasses the manufacturers recommendations. First and foremost is the fact that Limousines typically wear through brakes and tires as much as three times as fast as the "normal" car. Additionally a limousine is actually like two complete vehicles in one with regard to HVAC and electrical systems.