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WeBuyLimos.com has one of the biggest and most varied inventories of new and used limousines, including SUV limos in the country. All of our limousines have been given a thorough safety check as well as a reconditioning process that includes exterior and interior repairs and mechanicals. Every customer is informed of the used limousine's history. We are conveniently located one hour from both New York and Philadelphia and about a half an hour south of Newark Liberty International Airport and Port Elizabeth for convenient shipping to any point around the globe.Shop around then come see us and we're confident you will become a part of the growing family of Contemporary Coachworks, WeBuyLimos.com and WeSellLimos.com.
Contemporary Coachworks, the parent company to WeBuyLimos.com, was opened in 2002. Owner Michael A. Figaro made his first limousine purchase in 1987 directly from John Beck, the Vice President of Krystal Enterprises himself and since that time there relationship has grown. In 1996, Ed Grech, owner and CEO of Krystal Enterprises and John Beck approached Michael to see if he would be interested in opening a Krystal factory store in New York. In just two short years this endeavor blossomed into the worlds largest limousine sales and service facility in size and production, only being out done by Krystal's main factory itself. On 9/11 the world changed forever, and the limousine industry was not spared. Limousines were banned from the New York City airports and were limited to where they could go in the city. Suddenly it was an inconvenience to be driven in a limo in the New York City area. This lasted for many months and by the time it was lifted the damage had already been done. As a matter of fact, some of the first 9/11 relief checks went to owner/operators who were put out of business. Over 50% of the New York limousine operators who now had no income were put out of business. Operators that Krystal had had relationships with for years were suddenly vanishing one after another. With a tremendous facility, staff and overhead and so few operators to sell to, a game plan was needed to weather the storm. The answer was obvious and simple, unfortunately they needed to downsize the dealership and staff. Michael was loyal to Krystal, John and Ed but saw an opportunity overseas in Europe for limousine sales. Michael helped with Krystal's down sizing of facility and staff before resigning from the position of Regional Sales Manager of Krystal Enterprise. Nobody was happy with the decision including Michael but it had to be made and he left on good terms. The relationship today is as good as it has ever been and the future for both companies is very promising. Michael thrived in Europe and was called by many The First American. Thank you for taking the time to visit our site and feel free to call me 7 days a week with any questions at 888-84-COACH
Michael A Figaro, President
Industry Spotlight - Michael Figaro
Published by The Chauffeur Magazine, UK. February 2006
We called him 'The first American', which in itself is quite a statement — however, Michael Figaro based in New York has been introducing limousines in great numbers into the UK for more than a decade.
If you are involved in the limousine industry, you have probably spoken or dealt with Michael somewhere along the line. As well as Michael being a familiar face at all limousine shows and gatherings around the world, he also has a very interesting background.
When Michael started out to develop the industry in 1986, he was almost working for free, as he was investing large amounts of money into introducing limousines into the UK where it was a tiny industry. In 1986 Michael started his first limo hire firm in New York and purchased several Krystal limousines.
At this time, Krystal was still relatively small, which allowed him to build up a very special relationship with the company. In 1996 he was then hired by Krystal to open the first factory owned dealership in the country.
Michael commented; “Even to this day, I have a great passion in the UK market and still invested lots of time and money. The UK is not just a pay cheque for me, I have a sense of accomplishment and a true love for the industry.
“Most dealers in the USA have never even met there UK clients unless they actually came to the States. I am in England every 45 to 60 days seeing my clients, networking them all together not just my larger ones but all of them.” He added.
Back in the mid-nineties, there were very few limousines in the UK, Michael was commissioned by an American recording artist to send over three limos just to be used for her UK tour, as hiring them here would have been far too difficult.
Since 2002, Michael has owned Contemporary Coachworks based in New Jersey which has since become one the largest used limo dealerships in the world. 2004 saw the company merge with Jay Glick, who worked for American Custom Coach and Tiffany.
The future is looking even brighter for the company with the addition of a ten spot car park in the Port of Elizabeth which helps them speed up the export process. It has soon outgrown the premises and will soon be leasing two additional car parks.
A five acre site is now being developed which is due to be completed and opened in November 2006. The new site will make the full service dealership one of the largest around.
Today, when all the major limousine manufactures are known in this country, Michael can always been seen in and around the Royal Ascot car park talking to the many drivers and owners he has built relationships with over the past ten years.
Published by The Chauffeur magazine, UK. February 2006