Contrary to what some people might think, the term “limousine services” generally encompasses more than just a fleet of standard limousines available for hire. Most limo companies offer a variety of vehicular options to suit their customers’ specific needs. Chris Welsher is the owner of Murcielago Limos, a limo company dedicated to serving customers throughout the Kansas City metro area. In order to make it easier for potential customers to choose between the various selections available, he explains the difference between the assorted vehicles in his fleet.
Sedans
Sedans are smaller vehicles used primarily for airport pickups and drop-offs. Sedans are a popular choice among executives looking for a classier ride to the airport than a taxicab might offer. Due to the nature of Welsher’s airport service pricing, sedans are also a good option for the average person who needs transportation in order to reach his flight. Since he offers a flat fee for airport drop-offs, in many cases, it is actually cheaper for a person to hire one of his sedans rather than pay per mile in a cab. Additionally, sedans are far nicer-looking than the average taxi, and when it comes to cleanliness, there’s really no contest.
Standard limousines
Murcielago Limos offers customers a variety of limos that are suitable for all types of special occasions. Most limos seat 10 people comfortably and are used primarily in situations where the customer wants to be dropped off at a single location and then picked up several hours later. While his limos might look like ordinary limos on the outside, the interiors are a different story. Welsher has spent a lot of time – and money – to gain the ability to offer customers an upscale, luxurious limo riding experience. From polished, comfortable seating to fine glassware and crystal décor, his limos have been likened by past customers to a luxury hotel on wheels. All of the companies standard limousines can be stocked and decorated to accommodate special occasions. For weddings, he’ll will throw in items such as fine white napkins and high-end champagne glasses. He will also roll out a red carpet so that the bride and groom can feel like royalty on their way to the big event.
Party buses
Also known as limo couches, party buses are becoming an increasingly popular option for rentals. From an economic standpoint, party buses can accommodate the largest number of people, making them more affordable than standard limousines. Most party buses can hold up to 25 people and are primarily used for events such as bachelor or bachelorette parties and special nights out on the town. While a standard limousine rental usually entails dropping people off and collecting them again several hours later, when a party bus goes out, it tends to be a five or six hour, multi-stop affair. After all, the purpose of a party bus is to provide a fun but classy atmosphere so that the passengers in question can enjoy themselves both on the road and off. Party buses are fully-stocked to set the stage for a party on wheels. While limousine companies cannot provide alcohol, they can – and usually do – provide bar accessories, glasses, and plenty of ice. Most party buses also come equipped with stereos and DVD players, and some even include video game systems for maximum entertainment. Welsher likes to take the party-like atmosphere one step further by offering some vehicles with specialized lighting to really set the mood.
Of course, different limousine companies offer different options as far as their vehicles are concerned. As a customer, the best way to ensure that you’ll be satisfied with the vehicle you choose is to talk to the owner or manager about your specific wants and needs. After all, the goal of any good limousine company is to serve its customers by creating a classy transportation experience, and when it comes to passenger satisfaction, the right vehicle can make the ride all the more memorable.
