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Limo-bus	Joseph	1-16-02
I'm starting a new business in Florida which will consist of Limousine style buses. The buses will be very luxurious, with wrap-around black leather seating, a full-size bar with bartender, and even a dance floor with a brass pole in the center. We will cater to everything from bachelor and tailgate type parties to corporate executive transportation. I am just learning about buses, so bear with me. This is what I have learned so far, and would appreciate any advice. Transit buses seam to be less expensive on the aftermarket, and provide more head room (unfortunately it will be difficult to keep people in their seats at all times). The lack of storage space shouldn't be a problem either, being that our typical customers wont be carrying luggage. Some storage space may be needed for refridgerated items as well as tanks for the bathroom which will need to be installed. After reading nearly all the posts on this board, I'm leaning toward the GMC RTS, 1982 model or newer. I would like to keep the costs of the shell down to a minimum without sacrificing quality, as I will be spending most of my start up budget on the conversion and marketing. I could go on forever, but I'll leave it at that for now. Oh, by the way, what is the consensus on the neoplan spaceliner? It would be ideal for my situation, but a couple of conversion guys told me they rust like hell and have all sorts of other body related problems. If you want to see similar businesses like what I will be starting, check out partybus.com and partybususa.com
Re: Limo-bus	Joseph	1-16-02
I seemed to have forgotten to ask questions in my last post. First, as I said, any suggestions are more than welcome. Second, I live in central Florida, and I cant seem to find any places that specialize in transit sales. The best places all seem to be on the West Coast. I wouldn't mind driving a few hundred miles, but I cant see going to the other side of the country just to see a bus. Oh, by the way, I plan to start with two buses. I'm starting a new business in Florida which will consist of Limousine style buses. The buses will be very luxurious, with wrap-around black leather seating, a full-size bar with bartender, and even a dance floor with a brass pole in the center. We will cater to everything from bachelor and tailgate type parties to corporate executive transportation. I am just learning about buses, so bear with me. This is what I have learned so far, and would appreciate any advice. Transit buses seam to be less expensive on the aftermarket, and provide more head room (unfortunately it will be difficult to keep people in their seats at all times). The lack of storage space shouldn't be a problem either, being that our typical customers wont be carrying luggage. Some storage space may be needed for refridgerated items as well as tanks for the bathroom which will need to be installed. After reading nearly all the posts on this board, I'm leaning toward the GMC RTS, 1982 model or newer. I would like to keep the costs of the shell down to a minimum without sacrificing quality, as I will be spending most of my start up budget on the conversion and marketing. I could go on forever, but I'll leave it at that for now. Oh, by the way, what is the consensus on the neoplan spaceliner? It would be ideal for my situation, but a couple of conversion guys told me they rust like hell and have all sorts of other body related problems. If you want to see similar businesses like what I will be starting, check out partybus.com and partybususa.com
Re: Limo-bus	Rich	1-21-02
I have already created an RTS LIMO COACH. Check out my website at www.trolleylimocoach.com then click on coaches. I'm starting a new business in Florida which will consist of Limousine style buses. The buses will be very luxurious, with wrap-around black leather seating, a full-size bar with bartender, and even a dance floor with a brass pole in the center. We will cater to everything from bachelor and tailgate type parties to corporate executive transportation. I am just learning about buses, so bear with me. This is what I have learned so far, and would appreciate any advice. Transit buses seam to be less expensive on the aftermarket, and provide more head room (unfortunately it will be difficult to keep people in their seats at all times). The lack of storage space shouldn't be a problem either, being that our typical customers wont be carrying luggage. Some storage space may be needed for refridgerated items as well as tanks for the bathroom which will need to be installed. After reading nearly all the posts on this board, I'm leaning toward the GMC RTS, 1982 model or newer. I would like to keep the costs of the shell down to a minimum without sacrificing quality, as I will be spending most of my start up budget on the conversion and marketing. I could go on forever, but I'll leave it at that for now. Oh, by the way, what is the consensus on the neoplan spaceliner? It would be ideal for my situation, but a couple of conversion guys told me they rust like hell and have all sorts of other body related problems. If you want to see similar businesses like what I will be starting, check out partybus.com and partybususa.com
Jaquar stretched	John A. Sutich Perfect Limo Service	8-29-02
Rich, I'm wondering if you were able to get me that quote for stretching the 2001 Jaguar Vandenplas. John A. Sutich 201-573-1321
Re: Limo-bus	D. Farnworth	1-16-02
One thing you may want to check, are the Federal and State Requirements for buses used in limo, transit and coach service. I seem to recall that all buses used in public ( your application), or private (church buses), must have a fuel tank that is wrapped with steel bars. To use a bus that was built before 1996, ( the Carroll County, Ky. church bus accident.) or so, you would have to have the fuel tank rebuilt to DOT specs. That's a high dollar proposition, since the fuel tanks on a bus fit very tightly to the bottom of the bus. Another thought on this subject, is that liqour laws in many states change from town to town, and county to county and location to location. You may want to rethink the live bartender, as he MUST be seated, along with all passengers, if there is no means to restrain his forward movement ie a hanging strap. There are many more concerns, but those should start you on the road to knowledge.
Re: Limo-bus	Joseph	1-17-02
Thanks for the reply. In regards to the federal and/or state requirements, I have indeed been looking into that. I believe the agency that has jurisdiction is the Florida Dept. of Transportation. I wasn't able to find any info on their website, but intend to make a few phone calls. What you sais about the fuel tank is very interesting, and I definately hadn't heard of it prior. Regarding the liquor license, this is in the works as well. Florida statutes provide for a type of license issued to boats, buses, and airlines, and their are indeed stipulations and requirements. I'm in the process of obtaining that info as well, although I dont think the bartender will need to be seated or strapped in, but I may be wrong. One thing you may want to check, are the Federal and State Requirements for buses used in limo, transit and coach service. I seem to recall that all buses used in public ( your application), or private (church buses), must have a fuel tank that is wrapped with steel bars. To use a bus that was built before 1996, ( the Carroll County, Ky. church bus accident.) or so, you would have to have the fuel tank rebuilt to DOT specs. That's a high dollar proposition, since the fuel tanks on a bus fit very tightly to the bottom of the bus. Another thought on this subject, is that liqour laws in many states change from town to town, and county to county and location to location. You may want to rethink the live bartender, as he MUST be seated, along with all passengers, if there is no means to restrain his forward movement ie a hanging strap. There are many more concerns, but those should start you on the road to knowledge.
Re: Limo-bus	Dallas Farnworth	1-20-02
Go to any trucking or transportation company in you area and ask for a copy of the federal DOT regulations. They will probably give you one, or charge you very little. As I recall, any vehicle that transports on a federal highway or a federal right of way, is subject to federal DOT regulations even if the unit doesn't travel across state lines. I'm not sure of any of this, as I haven't driven a bus in public service, all I've driven is my private bus, plus I drove a semi for over 30 years, and every time I took one of the silly little tests, it asked questions like that.
Re: Limo-bus	Steve Tobis	7-17-03
If you are looking for a completed limo bus go to my web site www.busboysusa.com & check out the MCI C3. This bus is for sale at a reduced price of $139,000 located in Toledo OH.
Re: Jaquar stretched	Kellie	3-25-03
Hello, I was wondering if it was possible in you could stretch the 2003 S-Type Jaguar. If not, it is fine for a 2001-2002 Jaguar. This is for my Senior Prom that will be held on May 2,2003. I hope that you can respond back as soon as possible. Thank You