Without automobiles, the only way to get around town would be atop red wagons or the backs of friendly mailmen. Protect veteran vertebrae with today's Groupon: for $25, you get a $50 Royal Rider Card from Crown Black Car, a local car company. Helmed by a ragtag battalion of drivers, Crown Black Car amps up the typical livery experience with luxurious Lincoln Continentals and Crown Victorias, energetic music, and competitive flat rates. The knowledgeable wheel-wielders entertain as they encroach upon your destination, and are backed up by GPS systems versed in the fastest routes and sneakiest spots to neck. Most fares are decided on an individual basis, and flat rates are available for various locations, including Capitol Hill to downtown ($6–$10) and downtown to Sea-Tac Airport ($35). This deal can be used over multiple rides and a full list of flat rates can be found online.

Reviews

Yelpers give Crown Black Car an average of 3.5 stars:

• These guys are courteous, friendly in a completely natural way, and most of all they showed up on time and got me to the airport on time. – Bradley G.
• Props for the nice driver, had a fast delivery to my destination. – Heather H.