Thought it was worth mentioning to you guys
Limos can only be registered to carry 8 passengers
BUT most councils won't register them, some won't because they are LHD. (RHD is available now)
Some.. cause they don't like USA limos
Some.. cause they don't understand, and don't want to
The large 4x4 style limos .. hummers/excursions/escalades etc are all illegal, IF carrying MORE than 8.. the problem here is.. you can have 16 seats in it, register it for 8 passengers, and then the temptation for most of these guys (and greed) is to carry more..
Most of these 4x4 guys are totally illegal, and don't care, 'the crime don't fit the fine' they can earn £1000,s for ONE job.
The 'honest' amoungst the limo fraternity WANT decent workable legistlation, the Goverment don't give some genuine operators much option, some have to break the law, IF they want to out food on the table... SOME do-not have the luxury of alternative employment.
The BIG problem !! Many operators 'foolishly' believe they are covered for private hire and reward, because they have INSURANCE for it..
Unfortunately, the small print says, as long as you conform to private hire regulation, which involves holding an operators license.. We are caught between a rock and a hard place .. MOST OF US..
A lot of info can be found at
www.limos4sale.co.uk (forum) for those that are curious