Don't Make a Precious Limousine Rental
Mistake!
Most people wouldn't hire the cheapest surgeon,
or stay at the cheapest hotel, yet, many consumers shop for a limousine service
in this fashion.
The biggest mistake you can make when looking to
hire a limousine service is basing your decision solely on the "best price".
This translates into a large risk for you. Do you want to accept the risks
outlined below?
Risks You Accept When Shopping
for the 'Best Limo Price'
Your limousine does not show up. You miss your
concert.
Your limousine is
late. You miss your flight.
A 1987 Lincoln
limousine rusting at the seams arrives at your door when you were expecting at a
2004 model. Instead of being lavished in luxury, you are embarrassed.
Your limousine
chauffeur exercises poor customer service with your company's most influential
client. You loose the account.
Your limousine breaks
down on the freeway during transport to the Super Bowl. You and 7 of your
friends missed the big game-- yet, you saved $35.00.
Your limousine
service gets into an accident and does not have proper insurance to cover the
damages involved in your injuries.
Your limousine shows
up late for your wedding. The groom doesn't get to the church until 1 hour
later amongst bewildered and disgruntled guests. Yet, you saved $50.
Is
Any Of This Worth Saving a Few Bucks?
What Should We Expect To Pay for A Limo Rental?
Most limousines rent between $50 - $150 per hour. In addition, most
limousine services require a minimum hourly booking. Unfortunately, you cannot
rent a limousine for 1 hour. Because of vehicle prep costs, travel times, and
chauffeur salaries, a one-hour limo rental is not feasible for most limo
services. In high-demand time periods such as the spring time (with proms &
weddings) hourly minimums can inflate beyond 6 hours.
Do We Pay For The Limo While We Attend Our Event?
You still have to pay for the rental time during your event, such as prom,
even if you aren't physically using the vehicle. Although the vehicle is not
in use, it cannot be used elsewhere; even when there are 2 or 3 hours in between
the drop-off and pickup.
Can I Rent A Limo for 1 Hour?
No. Most companies require a minimum 3 hour booking to rent a limousine.
During prom season, expect this minimum to increase; as much as 8 hours
minimum. High demand vehicles such as Stretch Excursions will often rent at
full price with an 8 hour minimum. Unfortunately, you are more likely to get
struck by lightning than getting a limousine rental for 1 or 2 hours during prom
season. Limo prices explode during prom season!
Are There Any Discounts for my Prom?
No. Limousine services do not offer discounts during prom time. Why? The
demand for limousines during the spring exceeds the supply. This shortage
causes an increase in prices and hourly minimums. Some companies may offer a
discount for a rental which exceeds 8 hours.