Epinions Recent Reviews for tobago45

Simply Fun!

Sun, 24 Nov 2002 02:11:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - My girlfriend and I were looking at options for a small motorcycle as optional transport for a VW Westfalia camper we are restoring to new. Quite by accident we came upon the what I later learned was a Vespa Boutique dealer. I had owned a Lambretta when...

Driving the future now

Sat, 6 Oct 2001 18:43:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - My company is buying a fleet of customer service vehicles and my assignment was to put 500 miles on a Honda Insight and convey my impressions. I was also assigned to drive a Toyota Prius of which I will write a separate opinion.

We operate a...

Yeah, Steve Perry really can sing..

Mon, 2 Jul 2001 03:30:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Having been a Journey fan since the early 80's I really got a kick when I noticed "Escape" available on Sony's new SACD format. I have not bought a lot of music CD's in the last 17 years because overall I did not care for the "compressed" nature of the...

My life as a traitor

Sat, 30 Jun 2001 17:48:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - After having owned Macintosh computers for 17 years, I finally relented and bought my first personal Windows based machine. I was not impressed with the mass of white and black boxes out there until I saw the IBM Transnote 2675.

Portfolio design,...

Perfect for an away mission!

Wed, 30 May 2001 22:51:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - We recently purchased a powerbook G4 400 as a gift for our new college grad and have some thoughts. First the young lady that received the computer thought it was wonderful. She liked the sleek looks and light (about 5 pounds) weight. The screen display...

George Jetsons TV!

Sun, 18 Mar 2001 13:33:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - The purchase of a Plasma screen is one of the most difficult and exciting endevors I have ever done. Let me see if I can share a little of what I have learned.

The Sony PFM 510A2W is an excellent monitor. Be very careful when shopping for one...

Hotel Plaza Athenee: My Paris home

Fri, 23 Feb 2001 21:25:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - As a commercial pilot who traveled throughout Europe and Africa I have stayed in many places. From the very best to the horrible I have seen it and probably slept there at least once.

That's why when I was working in France knowing soon I would...

Best winter tire

Fri, 23 Feb 2001 03:24:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Pirelli Winter 210's have been on my Audi's for many years. I drive an average of about 600 miles a week in my V8 and the tires last an average of 15000 miles.

I have made a decision with these tires to use them year round.

In winter (which...

Finest car on earth?

Sun, 18 Feb 2001 15:13:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - I have owned two Audi S4's. Both have been magnificent as daily drivers. Living in snow country one requires a full time four wheel drive car but most of the units available do not have satisfying performance. The Subaru's, while impressive and well made...

Not Mr Toad's wild ride

Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:00:26 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - I wanted to like the Boxster. I knew personally the head of Porsche North America and waited with great anticipation when it was first announced. As an owner as driver of various Porsche models over the years, I have learned to form my own opinions based...

A true friend

Sat, 6 Jan 2001 12:50:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - The Range Rover Hunter was my first Rover vehicle. I had just moved to Lake Tahoe from the bay area and realized I needed a serious 4 wheel drive truck. I had my eye set on a Toyota Land Cruiser and almost bought one.

The Rover won out because of...

Glorious and not overpriced!

Sun, 31 Dec 2000 22:38:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - When I was in my twenties I made my living selling high-end audio and video. That was twenty years ago. Sony rarely disappointed then and they seldom do now.

Now that My family is moving to high definition video (after an 18 month wait to let the...

Worth Rebuilding

Mon, 18 Dec 2000 00:00:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - This is my fourth Audi, my second V8. It is used daily for commuting to school in northern Nevada. The mileage is 153000 and climbing by 800 miles per week. For the money it is hard to imagine a more versatile vehicle. With minor mods (K and N air filter...

Two wheel Testarossa

Sun, 17 Dec 2000 21:43:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Being a lover of machines and all things Italian it was fate that would lead me to my ST4. This was my second Ducati my first being a 900 SS. I will put my thoughts down in this way. Harleys have tremendous style and sound, BMW's are as reliable as...

A real workhorse

Sun, 17 Dec 2000 16:27:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Tiffany and I own an ISP in northern Nevada. As part of our customer service we have a 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee which is used to cover a local 6000 square mile service area. Our tech puts about 45 thousand miles a year in all conditions from High desert...

A small Mercedes

Sun, 17 Dec 2000 14:45:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Living near the water at Lake Tahoe, when Summer Makes it's debut it is boating time! During this short but glorious season nature is as wonderful as it gets. Cobalt Boats are Common here on the lake. The sizes we see most are between 21' and 25' ...

Just about perfect..

Sun, 17 Dec 2000 02:59:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tobago45 - Do you want a REAL SUV? Consider a Land Rover. After experiencing problems with lesser vehicles in severe conditions I will always have one as a utility truck. Without question the Discovery 2 is the best by far!

The first sensation I noticed is...