About Us at Global Motor Coach
Welcome to Global Motor Coach, your trusted partner in the limousine and shuttle vehicle industry. We specialize in building custom luxury vehicles tailored to the specific needs of the limousine and transportation sectors. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional customer service, we are proud to offer a wide range of new and pre-owned vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit limousines and shuttles.
Our Foundation
Global Motor Coach started manufacturing from the operation of La Grand Elite Limousine in Erie. Randy Galbreath founded La Grand Elite while attending High School. Soon after, his passion for limousines and the livery industry encouraged him to start building and designing limousines and shuttles. This experience helped shape the manufacturing process as a unique builder that operates a limousine fleet as well.Our Background
“In 2001, I decided to build a brand-new Excursion stretch, since stretch SUVs were all the rage. I sourced a deal on a used chassis, had it built, and then ran it as part of the fleet. Unfortunately, when winter came around, I found myself barely able to make a payment. So, ultimately, I sold it and made more than I paid for it. That became my philosophy: I would buy limousines before the busy season, get a great deal, and then sell them. That way I’d always have something new and fresh. After I did that a dozen times or so, I realized that people wanted to buy them before I even had it built. I realized that I was going to make more selling the limos than in six months of running them. I still ran the limo company, but I was buying and selling as well. By 2005, I was up to selling two to three a month. I was young and it was exciting,” says Galbreath. While Randy still maintained his limo company—and, in fact, still does to this day—he soon found himself sourcing and selling 180” Lincoln Town Car stretch limousines and founded La Grand Elite Limousine Sales. “However, it got to the point where I was doing so many that I didn’t have control over the end product. Either they were really late, or the quality went down. At that point, I decided that I needed to build them.”Our Evolution of Efficiency and Quality Control
“I actually was spinning my wheels a bit, and wasn’t being efficient,” he says. That’s when I made the decision to get into Mercedes-Benz Sprinters. At the time, my main production was limo buses and luxury shuttles. By 2021, people were starting to get back to doing things. The Sprinters were working well, so that became our focus. It panned out really well when I decided to set my sights on specific vehicles that I was going to build. The custom stuff is great, but unfortunately it takes a really long time to make. I realized that I wasn’t going to grow doing custom work.”Ultimately, Galbreath developed a plan to build several models of Sprinters that would appeal to operators in a variety of markets. “I came up with three different models of Sprinters and started building them. They became our focus, and they are great to work with.” Global Motor Coach’s current bestseller is their Executive Shuttle, which seats 13 passengers. Also available is their Limousine Sprinter, which fits 13 and has crossover appeal for both party/retail clients and corporate customers. Last is their party-style Sprinter, which is offered in two configurations that can hold either 14 or 15. “My focus is efficiency,” says Galbreath. “I’ve picked my niche, and I have the models that I sell to a core group of clients.”
Where are we Headed
Our Focus at Global Motor Coach is Quality Control and Service Support. As an operator also, Quality Control is the biggest factor along with reliability. Unlike retail automotive, you cant rent a limo while its in the shop to cover your jobs. When a limo goes down, it not only affects your reputation but bottom line as well. Our Goal at Global Motor Coach is to ensure reliability in our builds but also have quick reaction to any challenges that may arise. These are Custom Vehicles, things happen. “Unfortunately, every builder is going to have a problem with their builds. No matter what, stuff happens. After all, we still have people working on these conversions. The key thing that I figured out is that it’s about how quickly and easily those problems get resolved. As a result, our main focus moving forward, is on making sure that if someone has an issue we’re going to get them the help needed right away so the issue can be resolved and get the vehicle back in service as soon as possible. We’ll get on the phone with their mechanic or get them parts—whatever needs to be done. Customer service is why people buy anymore, or the relationships they have. That’s why people come back". Global Motor Coach has an amazing team in the production shop. With three teams in the shop, any model can be produced in less than two weeks from a cargo van to a luxury shuttle or limousine layout.Join the Global Motor Coach Family
At Global Motor Coach, we are passionate about providing high-quality vehicles and exceptional customer service to the limousine industry. Whether you're buying a new or used vehicle, looking for financing, or seeking to sell your limo, we are here to support you every step of the way. Thank you for considering Global Motor Coach as your go-to source for luxury transportation solutions. We look forward to helping you grow your business and drive success!
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