A large, premium sedan used for professional livery and executive transport, distinct from a stretched limousine. While the name originates from the iconic Lincoln Town Car that dominated this market for decades, it now applies to any black-car service vehicle of similar size and luxury. Insiders use the term to distinguish standard-wheelbase executive cars from stretched limos or ride-share economy vehicles.
Heard on the job
The client booked a town car for the airport run, so make sure the black Cadillac is washed and fueled.
Insider tip
In the livery business, calling a vehicle a town car usually implies it is black on black, meticulously maintained, and driven by a licensed chauffeur.
Also heard as
- black car