Russia Plans to Jump Start Iconic ZIL Limousine

The Zil limousine was originally built for transporting important Soviet figures in the parades and political showings. Now, modern day Russian politicians intend to bring the iconic limo back to life. ZIL overview provided by Chicago Limo service blog.

ZIL Limousine

The Lincoln Town Car, the beloved Chicago limo service car may soon have a strong competitor. ZIL, the maker of the giant limousines for historic soviet icons, plans on reviving the manufacturing of the ZIL limos for modern day Russian leaders. The new model is called ZIL 4112-R and is approved by the Russian government.

The ambitious plans are inspired by the images of the parades for the presidents, such as Stalin, Brezhnev, Gorbachev or Andropov. Not only ZIL was specializing in limousine, it was also manufacturing all the trucks for the Red army.

The ZIL limousines were discontinued back in 2002, ending the history of the stereotypical soviet leader limo. However, the company is trying to revoke the ZIL limo with a support of modern Russia leaders. Maybe the inspiration is gained from the retro 80 craze?

ZIL 4112-R is a 6-door Limo

ZIL will have a lot of competition: there are more developed limousine models from all around the world. It will be hard to keep up with the models that have been in production for years. Of course, Russian leaders will prefer only the locally manufactured ZIL over foreign imported cars. And what about other countries? Most likely Chicago limo service operators will not be exchanging Lincoln Town Car to the ZIL. Or maybe?

Real Wood Elements in the Interior

The 4112-R model combines the exterior of the Cold-War era ZIL limousines with improved mechanics and more interior features. The car offers 400 horsepower with maximum speed of 120mph. The weight of this beauty is 7,700 pounds and it seats 6 passengers comfortably: 4 passengers in the back in the two rows of face-to-face features as well as two in the front: a chauffeur and a bodyguard. The passengers in the rear can enjoy a fully luxurious limo ride: leather seats, real wood tray tables,  vents and lighting. There is also a mini bar with a built in champagne coolers and privacy curtains.

A Convertible Version of the ZIL limousine

The Zil manufacturer claims the limo has its distinct purpose - it will be used exclusively as the Russian government fleet - just like here in Chicago the government cruises around in Cadillac limousines. It could be a good sign for the country to finally put their signature on the vehicle industry and make the manufacturing local.

How to plan a perfect Chicago Limo experience?

How to plan a perfect Chicago Limo experience?

As summer approaches and the days getting hotter in Chicago, so does the unquenchable thirst for everyone to truly enjoy themselves. A popular way to do so is to rent a Chicago Limo with your friends and have a Summer time blast. Of course, like all group events, renting a Chicago Limousine service is a bit time-consuming and takes a bit of preparation to ensure that you enjoy your limo ride to the fullest.

Chicago Limo

The number one concern for everyone when renting a limousine is that on the day of the event the limousine will show up clean and hopefully of a newer model. To make sure that is the case, when looking into Chicago Limo Service companies, always inquire if you could see the limousine beforehand. Many of the upscale Chicago Limo dispatchers will gladly offer you to come and check out their prized fleets. After all, they truly have nothing to hide! However, a big red flag is when a limousine company tries to dodge your request with lame excuses such as "the limo is never available", regardless of the time you ask to see it at. Well, our advice is to stay away from limos like that!

Chicago Limo Service

It is a good rule that if you like the limo during the showcase, you will most likely be satisfied during your actual trip. In cases where you want the limousine for your wedding or have a special event where you are striving to reach professionalism and perfection, you could even request to meet the driver. In cases like that, the majority of the Chicago Limo Services will tell you that it is difficult to arrange. And while they may have their good reasons, you should at least get an assurance from the service representative that the limo driver is experienced.

The last thing that you should do when reserving a lime for the busy summer fling is to do so at your earliest convenience. Chicago Limo is a popular summer activity and the best deals as well as cars will fly right before your nose if you don't act as soon as possible. There are only so many unique, cool, and newly built limousines in Chicago, and you have to make sure that you get the best one for yourself!

Happy Chicago Limo booking for 2012!

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Detroit Auto Show 2012: A Surprise from Chrysler

Detroit has been hosting the North American International Auto Show since 19 hundreds. Once again, the Auto Show comes to Detroit this January. The auto show is famous for bringing the new future car concepts for the mass public and drawing the concept picture for the automotive future.

Despite trying to surprise the public with new car concepts, most of the car manufacturers leak the concepts to the public way before the actual showcase takes place. Not the Chrysler. Chrysler surprised media and the public with a new mini van concept, Chrysler 700C, which was premiered at the Detroit auto show last Monday.

The Concept primary build as a designing exercise for the companies artists, the 700C has no future production plans. However, Chrysler expects a feedback from the auto show goers how they like the car. The feedback most likely will determine the future of the car.

Even though the car is not projected for the future development, we like the jelly bean for its new original ideas: the blended door handles, the front windows and the overall look. Maybe the new Chrysler can light on the future of Chicago Limo Services, since we lost the precious Town Car.

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