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Now’s the perfect time to starting thinking about your ride to prom. Not sure where to begin? We called Alex Darbahani, the president & CEO of KLS — one of the leading limo services — to find out exactly what you need to know.

Q: Before a girl calls you to book her prom limo, what should she have already thought about or decided?

She needs to know the exact date, how many hours she will need the limo, the exact number of people that are going to ride with her. A big group is always better because you pay less [per person] for the limo rental.

 Q: What’s the most requested limo for prom, from your company? And how much it cost to rent it per hour? How many passengers can fit inside?

The most requested limos are the H2 Hummer and the Escalade Stretch, and both of them can have 16 to 20 passengers. If you want to rent one of them, it can cost you up to $1,350 for six hours. The party bus has a great request too.

 Q: How many months before prom should you book the limo? Can you book it if you’re under 18?

You should book your limo 50 or 30 days before your prom so you can negotiate the price to rent it and have a bigger chance to get the limo you wish. And yes, you can book it yourself if you are under 18! But, one of your parents has to be present at the moment the limo picks you up to sign a contract.

Q: How are you paid? Is there a down-payment? Do you have any tips for how to collect money from friends — so the one booking the limo doesn’t get stuck footing the whole bill?

The company requires a down payment of 20% of the total cost. A really good tip is to collect the money by couple, not per person, because sometimes a guy will pay for him and his date.

Q: What is the company’s cancellation policy?

You can always cancel, but the 20% down payment is non refundable.

Q: What is the average cost for renting a limo for prom?

It can vary depending on the limo you request, but the prices go from $1,100 to $1,350. Keep in mind that some companies may rent their limos for a minimum of six hours, while others rent them for eight hours minimum.

Q: Do the prices include the gratuity for the chauffer? How much should you tip?

No, they don’t. You should tip him 15-20% of the total cost.

Q: Do you have any prom packages or special discounts for prom? If so what do they include?

Our prom package costs $1,200 for six hours and includes snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. However, you can always negotiate the price with the limo company depending on what limo you request.

Q: Do limos take you to your post-prom destination also? Is it better to rent them for the whole night, or by the hour?

Yes, they can take you, but remember in some states like California, it’s against the law for a minor to be out after 10 pm [even where this curfew exists, there are some exceptions, so check with your municipality], so make sure your after party is indoors. We rent the limos per hour, so make you sure to know how many hours you are going to need the limo when you book it.

Q: What safety issues are important to know?

Do not drink alcoholic drinks that night; you don’t want to be in trouble. When you book your limo, make sure that the company is registered and has proper insurance. Always have thread and needle with you, you never know what might happen to your dress. And the most important tip is having fun!