Epinions Recent Reviews for lilviv

Mature Taste of the Islay Offers Tremendous Value . . .

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 00:21:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - As I sit here, I am very happy that I can review for you the fine scotch I am enjoying as I write. This is one of the few scotches that I buy regularly. Talisker is the only scotch distillery on the Isle of Skye, and it's flavors are distinctly that...

SI-TEX NAV-FAX 200 FM / AM Receiver: Excellent Evolution of the Bargain Benz . . .

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:11:09 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - As a current owner of the previous generation C-Class and S-Class Mercedes-Benz (MB), I watched the new C-Class eagerly before release. I had attended MB's events showcasing this vehicle (The Mercedes-Benz C Drive), and then I had test-driven one,...

The Perfect Phone For Me . . .

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 15:31:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - REASON FOR PURCHASE: I was switching from a Nokia 9300 (Communicator) on the Cingular/AT&T Network. I wanted a phone with a smaller phone factor, the convenience/compatibility of Windows Mobile, and a SmartPhone with 3G Network Access. Having had...

Comprehensive Renewable Life Insurance, But Not The Cheapest

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:34:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - Before I begin, I must say that I am a big fan of Fidelity Investments, in general. I keep the bulk of my personal assets at this company and have enjoyed the treatment I received when I had as little as $3K with them . . . and continued to enjoy the...

Really? A Phone Can Ruin Your Life?

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:35:10 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - Exactly as a subject says . . . this phone ruined my life for the period during which I was using it. This will become apparent, but we'll start from the beginning: What was I looking for, what attracted me to this phone? I had never had or...

The Only Option In Radar Detection

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 22:53:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - The Valentine 1 Radar Detector is, in my opinion, the only option when considering a radar detector. Other than initial purchase and performance, people often ignore the fact that radar technology will change (laser front and rear in the past, perhaps...

Base Model Presents Incredible Value for Work Duty

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 22:23:53 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I purchased this vehicle to be primarily a delivery truck for jobs that are just one or two pallets, for loads that are too small for the big box trucks. At our company, we simply need a pickup truck with decent payload that can hold the driver (with...

You, Me, and Dupree . . . Sub-Par for Owen Wilson

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 17:27:40 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - Storyline: This is a movie about a happy couple, Kate Hudson and Matt Dillon, about to embark on their marriage and their entire lives together. Obviously, things are not that simple. The character played by Matt Dillon actually works for his...

Incredible Vehicle, Flagship Mercedes-Benz, But Not Like They Used To Be . . .

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 18:15:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - When I was 11 years old (1991), my father got a 420SEL . . . the smaller engine (larger was 560SEL) of their flagship sedan. Even then, I knew that car was something to aspire to, it was incredible. The car was rock solid, felt boatish, and caught the...

Incredible Flow, Great Rise & Fall Album

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 16:44:10 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I am a huge fan of the Bone Thugs & related specific genre . . . and even though I can always find great tracks on every album, this album outdoes itself. As a whole, this album is "softer" and smoother than their other albums, and it makes for laid...

Incredible Value in Luxury & Service, But Very High Maintenance

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 14:47:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I decided to buy a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C240 used in August of 2004. The car seemed to present compelling value . . . it had less than 30,000 miles on it, was in excellent condition, and I was able to purchase it for $19,900. It seemed great for me to...

Funny & Witty Under the Radar Satire

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:29:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I've recently gotten into the smaller budget independent films, and after seeing "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" and "Who Killed the Electric Car?", this one came up on my Recommended list at Blockbuster Total Access. I gave it a shot without...

Informative About Relatively Unknown Topic, Well Put Together, Entertaining, etc.

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:50:12 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - This is an informative film about the introduction and subsequent death of the GM EV1, and it was nice to hear the compassioned employees' & owners' stories. It was also interesting to see the nearly cult following for this automobile, often denying the...

Gorgeous Fast Car, But Dodge Build Quality . . .

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 01:41:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I purchased my 1999 Dodge Viper GTS (Red/Silver Stripes) in 2007 for two very silly reasons: 1) I had been dreaming about one since I was 12 years old in 1992 when the first versions were actually released for production, 2) I wanted a car that would be...

Incredible Laptop, Incredible Warranty Service, Incredible Investment

Wed, 8 Sep 2004 23:10:43 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - DECISION TO PURCHASE LAPTOP: I had purchased a laptop from Dell in the past and got burned on a mail in rebate. I decided to give Gateway a try, since I lived in Texas (where Dell is), and I wouldn't have to pay Sales Tax with Gateway, either. Their...

A Best Seller, But Why? Terrible SUV . . .

Sat, 6 Sep 2003 22:21:45 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - Previously having owned a 1997 V8 Explorer Limited, I was anxious to get into a 2003 Explorer as my rental while my Supra was getting more than a month's worth of repairs. How did I like my new transportation for the next couple of months? Other than ha...

Belkin Omnicube F1D094: Multi-Computer Space Saving Solution!

Fri, 16 Feb 2001 21:45:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - Picture Of My OmniCube As It Sits: http://lilviv.com/vivcomps/switches.jpg

I had two monitors, two keyboards, two mice, two towers and all their trimmings crammed around the desk in my bedroom in my apartment. That got way too crowded, way...

Altec Lansing ACS 33 Computer Speakers: Great Speakers - Great Price, The Altec Lansing ACS33's

Fri, 16 Feb 2001 20:45:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I bought these speakers at Best Buy for under 50 dollars after the massive 8.25% Texas State Sales Tax . . . I have been pleased with them, ever since. It's been a good 6 months, now. I am using them with a Sound Blaster Live! Value card . . . which...

The BMW 525i? Pass This One Up . . .

Fri, 16 Feb 2001 20:36:33 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I started driving a '93 BMW 525i when I was 16 (4 yrs. ago), it was a used car with around 40k miles on it. I was under warranty for 10K more miles. I figured that was enough time for me to get whatever was wrong fixed and take good care of it . . ...

AOL Instant Messenger: Free, Popular Standard Internet Communication For All!

Thu, 15 Feb 2001 14:08:54 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I used to use AOL in high school, and as I came to college, switched to AOL Instant Messenger 'cause we got internet for cheap, here. It's changed a lot over time (Direct Connect, Image Transfer, File Transfer, Buddy Icons, Saving Buddy Lists For Us,...

ICQ: The Chat Client For The Advanced User!

Thu, 15 Feb 2001 13:59:52 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - HOW I STARTED WITH ICQ:

Way back in the day, I started on AOL (Geez, those were the days) . . . and, I switched to AIM before coming to college . . . my friends were using ICQ, and I always thought it was stupid before I tried it. I would rag on...

Start Network Gaming, Net/File Sharing, Easy - Right Away!

Thu, 15 Feb 2001 10:28:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I have used the network in a box (both in switched and standard form) numerous times.

I first started to use it when I setup an extra computer for my parents, and I wanted them networked . . . I thought of everything I needed to buy . . . and,...

Supra Turbo Takes Top Honors

Wed, 14 Feb 2001 19:47:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lilviv - I got this car brand new in late 1997, I have absolutely loved it ever since. They are so very easy to modify and make ridiculously fast, as well . . .

I have plenty more information about my car at http://lilviv.com/supra including all the...