Limousines The Symbol Of Having Arrived
Limousines the symbol of Having Arrived
A limousine has long been associated with luxury, power, and high life because of its ability to command attention and to make every journey a luxurious experience.
Government organizations use limos to transport top-notch politicians, officials and state guests. Celebrities make their red carpet entry in limousines. Companies use them to transport their top executives, and broadcasting companies often use them to drive their guests back.
Since limousines have become such a symbol of - having arrived, let us know a little about them.
The name limousine has been derived from Limousin - a French region. The inhabitants of this region wore a hood that resembled the profile of the car. It first came to be used in early 18th century. And since then has been the favorite of the crème de la crème of society.
Limos typically come in black and white color but nowadays you can also find them in a variety of colors like pink, magenta, blue etc. Apart from colors, limousines come in different styles, designs and sizes.
They are broadly classified into five categories:
Traditional limousines:
Traditional limousines are modeled on the lines of a regular four door sedan but they come equipped with additional features such as TV, CD/DVD player, refrigerator, and a bar. Traditional limos have a longer wheelbase and frame as compared to sedan. This enables the forward-facing passengers to have more leg room.
Stretch limousines:
Stretch limousines are the preferred choice for special occasions such as weddings, prom nights, bachelor parties etc. They can hold up to 15 passengers and are equipped with TV, CD/DVD players, bars and refrigerator. Seats are arranged alongside the length of the car which enables people inside sit face-to-face and communicate with each other easily. Usually limousines are black in color but stretch limos come mostly in white color as they are often used for weddings.
Stage limousines:
Stage limousine is not considered a limousine in a true sense. It contains the features of both sedan and a bus. One of the important features of this type of limo is that passengers can enter via multiple doors. Its roof contains large racks for carrying the baggage of the passengers. Hummer H2 vehicles are the modern version of stage limousines. Some funeral homes use a stage limo to carry the family of deceased to the cemetery.
Exotic custom limousines:
As the name suggests, it is customized according to what the customer wants. Stretch limousines, Cadillac, Hummer, Lincoln Town Car and Lincoln Navigator are often modified to create exotic limousines. Apart from regular amenities, an exotic custom limo also contains some sophisticated features such as hot tub, bulletproof glass and even a bedroom. One of the important features of this limo is that it provides ample space and privacy as there is a soundproof sliding glass window partition between the compartment of the driver and the passengers.
Party bus:
A party bus can easily accommodate 20 to 35 passengers. They are specially hired for parties, prom nights, and for other different occasions. Many party buses allow smoking and drinking on board. A party bus is equipped with surround sound systems, plasma televisions, DVD player, disco lights, and also smoke machines.
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