Prom Limousine

How To Rent a Prom Limousine

There are many factors to consider before reserving a prom limousine. Jumping into a contract without reading it or even without researching all of your options can be quite costly and may put a damper on the evening.

What Can You Afford?

Whether you and your date will be riding alone or with a group of friends, deciding how much you can afford should be first on the list. A deposit with a credit card is usually required. On the average, a prom limousine can cost anywhere from $50 to $150 an hour. Prices vary greatly depending on:

• The part of the country you live
• The distance and amount of stops that have to be made
• Included amenities
• Amount of time you plan to use
• Type of vehicle

Selecting a Limousine

When renting a limo, keep these key facts in mind:

• Ask to see the driver's license and driving record
• Check out the company's cars before deciding on one (you don't want a 1970's limo showing up when you thought you paid for a 2007 model)
• Get a signed contract (an adult must sign for car)
• Make sure company has appropriate insurance
• Ask about industry associations -- reputable companies belong to the National Limousine Association and the Better Business Bureau
• Inquire about chauffeur's gratuity

Sizes and Types of Limousines

For an idea of what's available, here is a list of some limousine sizes and types:

• 1-3 passengers: Sedan, Cadillac, Lincoln Town Car
• 6-8 passengers: Metro, Diplomat, Bentley, Cadillac, President, Grand stretch limousines
• 4-10 passengers: Hummer, Suburban, Excursion, Yukon, Expedition, Escalade stretch limousines
• 10-24 passengers: Hummer, Suburban, Excursion, Yukon, Expedition, Escalade super stretch limousines
• 14-28 passenger: limo coach or limo bus

Also available are passenger vans or party buses for larger groups.

Additional Features

Like regular vehicles, limousines can come many features including:

• Professional chauffeur
• Television, VCR/DVD player, stereo
• Passenger privacy window
• Cell phone
• Lighted bar with amenities (limited for prom)
• Supple leather seating
• Hot Tub
• Sun Roofs

Prom Promise

There is a definite benefit to renting a prom limousine. If a teen plans on drinking illegally, then at least s/he won't be getting behind the wheel of a car and possibly getting arrested, into an accident or worse. That's why most high schools today are sponsoring the Prom Promise.

In 1990, Nationwide Insurance started Prom Promise -- a program where teens agree not to drink or take drugs, especially during prom time. The program, which is run by teens at participating high schools, includes mock car crashes, having a Grim Reaper walk the school hallways and guest speakers who lost a loved one to drunken driving or who has killed someone while drunk driving.

The pledge that students voluntarily sign reads, I promise not use alcohol or other drugs. This is a promise I take seriously. It's one I intend to keep, for my sake and the sake of my friends and family. Since program's inception, more than 29 million students have been a part of Prom Promise.

Word of Warning

Most limo companies are concerned about losing their licenses or have lost them already during prom season because passengers have smuggled alcohol or other illegal items into the car. Be prepared to have the prom limousine searched throughout the evening.

Prom Limousine Benefits

High school prom has turned into more of a group affair than a one-on-one date between two teens. Limousines afford them to gather together at one's house and leave at the same time -- and arrive home at the same time. The group of friends is usually together for the entire evening -- and everyone knows there is safety in numbers. There is always someone else doing the driving -- so even if you do get tired by the end of the night, your limo driver will know how to get you home safely.

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