Though driving in a $500,000 plus sports car in itself is a mark of immense style and exclusivity, yet when it comes to insurmountable luxury, these speed demons prove to be tremendously inadequate. Even the luxury sedans fail to appease the hunger of luxury seeking individuals whose only salvation can be found in a limousine. The ultimate in style, comfort and class, these magnificent stretched luxury on wheels are not only designed to carry astounding power under the hood, but also display majestic amenities inside the vehicles. The preferred choice of thousands of VVIPs, such as the likes of ministers, CEOs, company executives and Presidents of numerous countries, limousines have long been associated with royal style and comfort unparalleled.
The equivalent of a luxury business jet, the concept of limousines has been around for a very long time. The only difference being that about a century ago, these majestic vehicles were the sole property of royal families, but now, they are available to the masses as well, for purchase as well as on rental basis. Whether it be a wedding, a prom night or a birthday party, limousines now dot just about every major street in the U.S, Europe and other developed nations. Paying our salutations to these unique vehicles, here at Trends Updates, we are proud to present the Best Ten High End Limousines for the ultimate luxury experience on roads.
1. Bentley Arnage Limousine:
Designed and developed by the luxury automobile behemoth, Bentley, the all new Bentley Arnage Limousine is one of the most bespoke vehicles in existence and epitomizes the limousine industry. Powered by 6.8 L turbocharged V8 engine, along with a 4-speed automatic transmission, only 20 Arnage Limos are to be built with each costing about $434,000. The Arnage comes with the option of armor protection and features a range of luxurious amenities. This remarkable vehicle sports reclining footrests, a rear DVD entertainment system as well as 12 inch screens. Also, customers have can choose between a wide-screen plasma TV or a full scale computer unit with Internet access right in the car itself.
2. Cadillac DTS Limousine:
Well renowned as being the official transport of the President of The United States of America (POTUS), the stunning and feature packed 2009 Cadillac DTS Limousine, outshines and outsmarts every other limousine currently in the market. The Cadillac DTS Limo features some of the most remarkable security features and comes with a cutting edge Eaton Twin Vortices Series 1900 supercharger system for enhanced power. While the POTUS is the passenger, the Cadillac DTS, transforms itself into a secured mobile bunker. Some of the state of the art security features include military grade armor, leak as well explosion proof fuel tank, oxygen supply and firefighting system. This magnificent limousine also comes with an enhanced driver video system that allows the driver to navigate in a zero visibility environment, via the aid of night vision cameras and infra-red.
3. 2011 Infiniti QX56 Limousine:
Regarded as one of the foremost limousines in the U.S and widely used by celebrities and VIPs, the magnificent 2011 Infiniti QX56 Limousine is a perfect combination of sheer engine power coupled with luxurious amenities. Powered by a 5.6 Liter, 320 horsepower V–8 engine, this one of a kind limousine has been designed to provide the occupants with opulent luxury and loads of fun. Mostly reserved for a prom night, a bachelor party, a bachelorette party etc. the Infinity QX56 limo comes with custom two tone beige leather interiors as well as gorgeous ceiling moon lighting and a disco floor. This SUV limo features four LCD TVs, sub woofers with audio system, while fully complimented by a full stock bar that features lighting and a Halo. The 2011 Infiniti QX56 Limousine can seat up to 11 passengers for a fun filled ride of their lives.
4. 2009 Jaguar XF Limousine:
Transforming a stunning sports car into a luxurious limousine is no child’s play and it’s quite evident with the remarkably gorgeous 2009 Jaguar XF Limousine. Designed and developed to be a high power luxury car, the XF limo features a growling 4.2L V8 engine with a 6 speed transmission that enables this limo to sprint like a stallion. Inside this marvelous car, luxury represents itself in the form of tan leather interiors as well as stainless steel ceiling with fiber optics. With a capacity to seat 10 passengers, the XF limousine comes with a full length bar that is adorned with pearl lexan tops. The designers of this marvelous luxury on wheels have left no stone unturned to ensure the best of electronic capabilities. The 2009 Jaguar XF Limousine features a 15 inch flat screen TV, while adding two additional 17 inch flat screens for complete entertainment. Also, this limousine has been blessed with Level III Stereo with CD player, DVD player and hands free Intercom.
5. Chrysler 300 XTC Limousine:
Designed for the ultimate comfort and high performance, the extremely elegant Chrysler 300 XTC Limousine provides its occupants with enough luxury to last a lifetime. Featuring a remarkable 50/50 weight ratio, this gorgeous limousine comes with an optional rear-wheel or all-wheel drive and a powerful engine that makes this vehicle sprint on the road. The Chrysler 300 XTC Limousine is a luxury packed ride that comes with rear overhead vanity mirrors, hands-free intercom, 10 Rock Glasses, 10 Flute Glasses, as well as four Opera Lights per Pillar. Furthermore, to ensure the occupants are showered with all the possible luxuries, the Chrysler 300 XTC has been given 2 Decanters & 1 Chateau’s a tissue & trash chute, along with two 7 inch flat screen televisions in the rear for the ultimate experience.
6. Lincoln Town Car Limousine CEO:
Considered to the preferred choice of executives, the stunning and extremely elegant Lincoln Town Car Limousine CEO is one of the most desired limousines in all of the U.S. This executives series town car is carries the perfect combination of amenities and luxuries befitting a CEO or an executive. The Lincoln Town Car Limousine CEO features illuminated vanity mirrors as well as a privacy divider. The occupants can enjoy a relaxing and entertaining drive via the built in 15 inch flat screen TV that comes with a DVD player as well as a remote control. To add to the beauty of the vehicle, there is also the presence of a commercial carpet and to ensure that you never miss you work while in the move, the Lincoln Town Car Limousine CEO comes with hi-intensity reading lamps & halo lighting. Furthermore, this remarkable vehicles even features a Limo touch electrical system, heat and air conditioning controls in rear, as well as a six disc CD changer.
7. Hummer H3 140 Stretch Limousine:
Stretching at an enormous 11 feet, the all new Hummer H3 140 Stretch Limousine has been designed and developed on the highly successful Hummer H3 and is said to be one of the strongest and most luxurious of all SUV limousines. This magnificent limousine has been given a computer balanced driveline assembly and also carries the capacity of accommodating 14 passengers on its plush dragon scale stitched seats. The Hummer H3 limo features Sony pillar post speakers 3 Decanters & 2 Chateau’s in the backrest, as well as a 22 inch Flat screen TV that comes with a DVD player. Designed as a party behemoth, this highly luxurious limousine has also been given a 12 volt electrical port, along with the presence of side emergency push out windows and two 10 inch flat screen TVs located in pillar posts.
8. MINI XXL Stretch Limousine:
From the makers of the famous Mini Cooper vehicles, comes the marvelous one of a kind MINI XXL Stretch Limousine, nicknamed MINI XXL. This gorgeous 6 meter long variant of the MINI Cooper S features some of the most remarkable luxurious amenities such as the likes of a retractable flat screen TV, a DVD player, CD and radio, air conditioning and a sunroof. The original MINI Cooper S on which this stretch limo is based upon carried a 1071 cc engine along with a nitrided steel crankshaft and servo assisted disc brakes. To ensure stability of this gorgeous vehicle, the MINI XXL has specifically built by a specialist coach builder in Los Angeles. The most enthralling feature of the MINI XXL is a splash pool that been elegantly located at the back of the vehicle.
9. Ferrari 360 Limousine:
Designed and developed by the King of limousines, Dan Cowley, who also owns Europe’s longest stretch Hummer limo, the Terminator, the magnificent Ferrari 360 Limousine is a one of a kind sports limo. This astounding vehicle was showcased at the European Limousine & Chauffeur Show and is powered by a 3.6 liter V8 engine, giving an output of a monstrous 400bhp. Measured at 9.5 feet in length, the gorgeous Ferrari 360 Limousine has been given an additional hand built carbon built frame and is capable of seating eight people, while achieving an acceleration of 0 to 60 mph in just six seconds, with a top speed of 170 mph. The interiors of Ferrari 350 Limousine feature a 10 inch flat screen monitor, as well as a six speaker surround sound system and DVD system. This one of a kind Ferrari limo even grabbed the prestigious Guinness World Record for being the ‘The fastest Limousine and the Longest Ferrari’ and it took nearly $323,000 for the entire conversion on top of the original figure for the Ferrari itself.
10. Armored Mercedes S600 Pullman:
Developed specifically for dignitaries, royalty and for those who need utmost security while they are on the road, the Armored Mercedes S600 Pullman is the perfect combination of elegance, comfort and security all rolled in to a single limousine. Manufactured by the security division of the famed Mercedes Benz, the remarkable Mercedes S600 Pullman limo offer its occupants safety from some of the most lethal ordinance such as the likes of armor resisting military-standard small-arms, hand grenades and various other explosives. To ensure mobility during a situation, the S600 Pullman has been provided with run-flat tires, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system. Measured at 4.5 feet in length, the S600 Pullman is also a luxury limousine featuring plush leather seating, a Pioneer AM-FM Radio with CD/DVD changer and a TV screen.
