Boston Wedding Limo Tips: How to Choose a Limo

Are all Limousine Companies the same? Can I just shop by price?

Like most things in life the old saying holds true - you get what you pay for. A limousine rental is a luxury experience, like selecting a 5 star hotel or restaurant, and is usually reserved for a very special occasion.

If you are only shopping on price you run the risk of being taken advantage of, usually resulting in serious disappointment on that special day. Read on to be sure you know all the right factors to consider before choosing your limousine company.

1. Why are some companies priced so low? The way we look at it - each limousine company knows what they are worth and they charge accordingly:
2. A very low price may be a warning flag for such things as:
• Very old vehicle - the biggest tip-off the car is old (and shows it) is a low price.
• Inadequate maintenance - things we commonly see in Boston from 'low-budget' limo services include:
• Air Conditioning not functional
• Exterior & interior lights not all working
• TV/stereo broken
• Ripped roof (outside and inside)
• Dirty vehicle
• Frequent break-downs
• No glassware
3. No insurance. (So risky!)
4. Not licensed with the city or town where they are operating (operating illegally, no semi-annual inspections).
5. Underpaid chauffeurs. An unhappy employee almost always results in poor service for you
6. Company does not show up on time, does not show up in the promised vehicle, or does not even show up at all (after your 'great-deal' low-price reservation was made they found another client who was willing to pay more and they never bothered to call and let you know) – these are the same people who won't give you a written confirmation either!

Owning, operating and maintaining a fleet of limousines properly is almost impossible to do at rock bottom rates. Is it worth saving $30-$50 on a special night out for this type of risk?

It's best to choose companies that are members of the BBB (Better Business Bureau) or the NLA (National Limousine Association), or both. Companies that belong to professional and business organizations are typically very dependable and will show up on time with the vehicle you booked. Additionally, you'll most likely receive the service you expect.

Choose from a variety of late model vehicles for your wedding day. We offer white limousines and a Rolls Royce that will get you to your wedding in style. Our cars are new and clean and our drivers are courteous, professional and on time. Boston Chauffeur is a member of the Massachusetts BBB, the National Limousine Association and the New England Livery Association. We value our reputation within each community we serve, and always treat each customer with honesty and care. Choose Boston Chauffeur and you are choosing a limousine service you can trust.

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