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August 2, 2019The Beast: Not Your Average Limousine
In today’s world, where security is a top priority, it’s not every day you see a stretch limo tougher than a tank! Meet “The Beast,” the President’s heavily armored ride.
1. A Heavyweight Champion
The Beast is a massive machine that weighs around 20,000 pounds—or the same as 60,000 cans of baked beans. Her doors alone weigh as much as those on a 757 airplane, and her windows are 5 inches thick. Not just a car, she’s a fortress on wheels.
2. Not Your Typical Cadillac
Though called The Cadillac One, she’s more of a Chevrolet Kodiak underneath. The chassis, transmission, and diesel engine are based on a commercial truck. Apart from her design and headlights, there’s nothing Cadillac about her, and yes, she sports the Cadillac badge like millions of others!
3. Never Alone
The Beast always has company. She travels with a mechanic and a highly trained Secret Service driver specializing in defensive driving techniques like J-turns. Imagine all 18 feet of The Beast spinning in a parking lot!
4. Maneuverability Issues
She once got stuck on a raised curb in Dublin despite her strength. Powerful but not very elegant, she’s tough but clumsy.
5. Slower Than a Fiat 500
With a top speed of 60 MPH, she’s no speedster. And at just 8 MPG, she’s not winning any efficiency awards. But hey, why rush when you can soar in a plane?
6. Her Own Blood Bank and Armory
Prepared for almost anything, The Beast is like a Swiss Army knife. She carries the President’s blood type, shotguns, and tear gas canisters. It’s rumored she even has grenade launchers, though no one’s confirmed it.
So, there you have it—meet The Beast, a.k.a. The Cadillac One or Limo One! She’s tough, ready for action, and looks the part. But don’t worry; Bergen Limo has got you covered for all your luxury ride needs!