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First Step: Decide the type of limousine (Standard Stretch, Super Stretch, SUV
Hummer, Escalade, Rolls Royce) desired color, the number of passenger. How many
hours you would like to rent the limousine.
Questions to ask when calling to inquire about renting a limousine
While most people assume that all companies are equal, well they are not. Most
consumers concern themselves with the hourly rate first and this is a typical
mistake, since most of the times you get what you pay for!
When you hear a price that is much lower than other companies be for warned it
will probably mean the year, make and features of the limousine offered are
older and over used. So the word to the wise: Pay the extra $5-15 dollars more
per hour. For a first class vehicle and the professional service you can expect
to get from a well trained driver. Besides when you consider that a typical 3
hour minimum you are only talking $75.00 dollars on the high end for a new six
passenger limousine versus one that has gone beyond the 100,000 mile mark and
the car looks like it too.
Multiple Vehicle Discounts
If renting more than one vehicle. Example: a limousine, a bus, be sure to ask
about discounts that may apply to the second vehicle. Many companies offer
special discounted rates when multiple vehicles are used.
Murphy's Laws Back Up
Will the limousine company provide you with a
live person to contact during your scheduled event
should you require any assistance. If not, be
certain to obtain a contact phone number of an
operating manager in charge.
Additional Questions To Consider
- How long has the limousine company been in business?
- Do they have testimonials from past clients?
- How big is their limousine fleet?
- What types and colors of limousine are available
on your specified date?
- Do the vehicle have air conditioning and heat
controlled from the passenger
area?
- What are the cost?
- Are there minimum hour requirements?
- Is the gratuity/tip included in the final price?
- How much are tolls if applicable?
- Are the vehicles fully stocked and are the drinks
complimentary?
- Does your company charge for driving time to and
form the limousine rental
company or does the time start when the driver
arrives at your pick up
location?
- How are the drivers dressed?
Some limousine companies have a uniform standard
while others do not. The appearance of the driver
is as important as the appearance of the vehicle
and you will want to have your driver appearance
professional and clean.
If renting for a wedding and want to display a "Just Married" sign can it be
attached to the vehicle? If so, does the company provide a standard sign or
allow you to attach your own. If so is their and extra cleaning or service
charge.
Tishawn Merritt
CEO Of Tristarlimo.com
212 427-7827
tishawn@tristarlimo.com
www.tristarlimo.com
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