The automobile meaning of limousine evolved from a type of cloak and hood that was worn by the inhabitants of the Limousin region of France.

It later resembled the covering of a carriage and much later used to describe an automobile body with a permanent top that extended over the open driver's compartment.

The ultimate name in luxury, most stretch limousines operate as livery vehicles, providing upmarket competition to taxicabs.

We present here some great looking limousines. Read on. . .

1. Mercedes S550 30" (+75 cm) VIP - Rolls Royce Phantom Style 

• Centre panel with glass or solid panel
• All leather seatings
• Mohawk vinyl top with factory rear window
• Upgraded suspension package
• Rear vanity mirrors

Text and photographs: www.limousinesworld.com

Click NEXT to read further. . .

The car's other features are:

• Two 12 volts electric ports
• Tissue box and trash chute on package tray
• AM FM CD radio in overhead cockpit
• 2 LCD TV facing seats
• Exit assist straps and coat hooks
• Side consoles for storage
• Window tinting to rear compartment
• Drive line extension fully balanced

Click NEXT to read further. . .

Some other interesting features:

• Hardwood centre console glassware and ice chest
• 5/8" wool felt temperature control insulation on floor
• Double radiant barrier insulation on roof and side panels
• Rubber backed reversible overlay mat
• Rust inhibitor application to underbody
• Additional AC and heat evaporators
• 1 auxiliary heavy duty 9" pusher fan

Click NEXT to read further. . .

• LED Overhead reading lamps over forward facing seats
• Single glass or privacy divider
• Hands free intercom system
• All fiber optics moved and extended to match factory electrical system
• All materials to match the Mercedes finish interior and exterior
• Technical manual with complete drawings

OPTIONS INCLUDED:

• 2 electric ottomans foot rests
• Small fridge (5L)
• Center Console for ice glassware and bottle storage, tambour door

Click NEXT to read further. . .

2. Mercedes S550 Pullman 54" (+135 cm) Executive

• 54" wheel base extension with Mohawk style vinyl roof matching body colour
• 4 desks in aluminum, folding, air craft style for work and meetings and Centre Console
• Insulation in roof, sides and floor panels, rust inhibitor to underbody
• Upgraded suspension package
• Upgraded front and rear suspension

Click NEXT to read further. . .

• Turbo Air High output A/C evaporator system
• Emergency reserve starting battery
• Rubber backed reversible heavy duty floor mat
• Heavy duty Mercedes Benz carpet w/Jute Backing
• All leather seatings
• Pioneer AM-FM Radio w/Single Disc CD/DVD
• TV screen model in centre console

Click NEXT to read further. . .

3. Mercedes S550 Pullman 54" (+135 cm) Premier

 4. Mercedes S550 100" (+250 cm) Ultimate

• Single solid electric divider shade
• Vanity console w/tissue and trash dispenser on package shelf
• Indirect halo and storage area lights
• Hardwood centre console with Stainless steel
• Ice chest, Champagne bucket, and glassware
• Hardwood Tambour doors on center door and panel
• 1-MX4 A/C only, 1-MX4 Heat and A/C

Click NEXT to read further. . .