2000 Vespa ET4 150

Pros: Come on, admit it, it's pretty cute looking. Great gas mileage. Zippy.
Cons: none!

I first would like to warn you that I'm a chick. Chick's tend to think differently about certain things, especially concerning cars (not all chicks, just a lot of them including myself). Heck, I'm not even sure how to check the oil in my car. So, this...

Pros: Gas mileage, speed, acceleration.
Cons: Price, safety.

I recently purchased (May, 2003) a Vespa ET4 (150cc) for my 12-mile one-way commute to work (24 miles per day). The commute covers 7 miles of 35 mph and 45 mph pothole strewn back roads, 1 mile of gravel, 2 miles of 35 mph in town, and 2 miles of 50-70 ...

Pros: Fun, durable, functional and.........fun.
Cons: None really, except for jurky SUV drivers who think they are cool but are not.

First some history. I got my wife this little thing for her b-day in 2002, after she spent countless hours drooling on the windows of the Vespa dealer. She didn't have a car and couldn't/wouldn't drive my truck. So, I looked like the loving husband and sh ...

Pros: Solid construction, easy operation, superb handling, 4-stroke motor (for cleaner emissions)
Cons: Styling (only because I think it looks a little too modern)

I'm still not sure why I bought my Vespa -- just all of a sudden I had to have one. I have owned a motorcycle in the past, but had no interest in owning one now. The Vespa ET4 was the only scooter I considered. Here is Seattle, if you don't have the ...

Pros: Beauty, fun, convenience, speed, fun, quickness, maneuverability, eye appeal, reliability, fun . . . .
Cons: I can only manage to have one!

I live in Manhattan and have been a motorcyclist for many years. Presently I ride a Harley on my long trips, but not around town. Especially since I bought my shiny 2004 ET4. It goes everywhere. Can be parked anywhere. Gets through traffic like a summer ...

Pros: Pure Fun
Cons: People like them too much

If you are thinking about buying a scooter then this is the one to buy. Chances are you already know that Vespa imports two models. The Et4 which is 150cc ($3,995) and the et2 with a 50cc motor ($2,995). These models were introduced in Europe in 1996 ...

Pros: 150cc, Solid construction,Fit and Finish, smooth ride, power enough for two, definitely a new lifestyle
Cons: Comparative Initial cost, Dealer network still growing

I reside in Seattle, Washington a beautiful and picturesque city of many hills with congested streets at times and few parking spaces. My daily commute to the office consists of a ride of about 5 miles each-way. A quest for a scooter ensued as the result ...

Pros: Super stylish, solid body, fuel efficient.
Cons: security, expensive (compared to other scooters), high seat.

When I originally decided to purchase a scooter the Vespa ET4 was waaay out of my price range. I purchased a Kymco Cobra for R18000 (approx US$ 1800). The Kymco was stolen 3 days after I purchased it. While waiting for the insurance money I started...

Pros: Endearing style; fun, flickable; makes you want to own it a long time; great paint.
Cons: arguably too expensive, though I personally think it's worth the money

This scooter is a scooter you could love. Physically, it feels so good. Solid. Heavy, but not too heavy. Meaty. It accelerates well and feels stable. Feel free to contact me w/ question at sharpjewlawyer@yahoo.com. I think it will continue to ...

Pros: Very comfortable, good smooth power, great transmission, good storage, easy to park.
Cons: Chrome pieces have pitted and rusted in less than 11 months! Hard to kick start.

Wow, the Vespa is back! That was my first thought after walking into a Vespa Boutique in Columbia, SC. Having ridden a Vespa in Jr. High, (1960 125cc model), I couldn't wait to test ride the new version. After a short ride around the parking lot I...

Pros: Easy to use and very fuel efficient
Cons: Doesn't handle well on gravel.

Recently I had an incident where my car refused to start. I was running late for work and calling in was not an option. My neighbor was kind enough to come to my rescue! She let me borrow what she lovingly refers to as her husband's "TOY".
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Pros: It's every bit as good as everyone says. Buy a couple of them.
Cons: Take it easy at high speed in the wind. Don't trust the optional side stand.

My wife changed jobs to one much nearer home and surprised me by saying she should use a scooter for commuting, and leave the car at home. After a few weeks of this I realised she was serious...but we knew nothing about scooters. After a few trips to ...

Pros: Styling, high quality, performance, practicality and easy to use.
Cons: Smallish fuel tank

Ever since I traveled through Italy a couple of years ago I have liked scooters. Even though they are a very practical method of transportation in the city I was hesitant to buy one because I had no motorcycle / scooter experience. Two weeks ago I saw...

Pros: Quality of materials and workmanship, beautiful design, ample power.
Cons: None yet.

An opportunity came along to buy a very slightly used Vespa ET4, one with only 290 miles on it. I couldn't resist, as I owned a Vespa 150 in the 1960's. The ET4 is first-rate --quiet, plenty powerful, beautiful to look at. I am completely delighted...

Pros: It's a Vespa, speed/power, style.
Cons: A few nit-picky ones.

I bought my ET-4 in the summer 2001. I had a Kymco People 50 and it was a great bike for the price. But I wanted the real thing, a metal bodied Italian Vespa. I looked into a classic and for almost the price of one that was pretty cherry I could get a...

Pros: quiet, reliable, well built, fuel consumption, easy maintenance, friendly community
Cons: none

I bought a (new) 2001 Vespa ET4 in San Francisco in early 2002. The service I got from the dealer was horrible but I heard the salesman I bought it from was fired shortly after. Vespa Haus in Sacramento has much better service and much nicer people. ...

Pros: Great fun to ride, easy on gas and to park - an overall blast!
Cons: Sometimes doesn't want to start.

Got the ET4 this past summer rather than replacing the old car with another - for commutes to the train station in Souther California it seemed ideal. Great gas mileage (about 55 mpg), no parking issues, and a complete blast to ride. I now have 2200 ...

Pros: Cute, kitchy
Cons: Unreliable, incomplete manufacturer warranty, bad customer service

I've been dreaming of owning my Vespa for 8-10 years, now. My husband and I finally purchased one this past December. The 3rd time we took it out int he neighborhood, we ended up stranded about 3 miles away as it kept turning off while we were driving. ...

Pros: Reliable, stylish, modern technology (4 stroke)
Cons: No aftermarket performance upgrades

In America, Vespa has some long been associated with style, glamour, and chic mobility. Piaggio (the parent) company has capitalized on this fact to promote their bikes. You will not likely see a commercial on TV but you will see slick cameos at high ...

Pros: Stylish, reliable, quick, and fun.
Cons: More expensive (but worth it in my opinion) than many other scooters.

I have a lot of experience with the Vespa ET4---it is quite simply a fantastic machine. Stylish, reliable, quick, and fun! I now own a 2006 Vespa LX150 which replaces the ET4. It has all the features of its predecessor with some new styling.

The LX150 has a top speed of a little over 60 MPH on the flat with no wind. I weigh 190 pounds so if you weigh less you will get some more speed. In practical use 55 MPH is a more reasonable cruising speed, adequate for almost all surface or secondary roads. I ride my scooter year round in sun, rain, and snow.

If you want more information on this Vespa or on the joys of riding check out my blog---Scooter in the Sticks.

http://www.vespalx150.blogspot.com

Pros: Gorgeous,Sturdy,Fast,Fantastic mileage oh and did I mention gorgeous!
Cons: Bit cold at night, but that is more to do with were I live.

I bought my Vespa because I have to travel 30kms to work everyday and I couldn't afford the petrol for the car. And ever since I traveled in Italy I've wanted a Vespa to call my own.

At 21yrs old a VESPA is a large purchase but it has been worth every cent. I ride for at least an hour each day and I enjoy every minute. The VESPA is beautiful to look at & a great conversation starter.

The seat is high enough for you to see over the top of most cars which gives you extra safety, it handles well (all though I don't have anything to compare it to)and is definately an eye catcher. I love my vespa whom I have named Vippy!

I doubt my honeymoon period will ever end! I've all ready traved 3000 kms on it (in three months) and I can't ever imagine not riding my Vippy around town.
If you are thinking of getting yourself a Vespa don't hesitate- go out there and GET IT! You won't regret it.

Pros: Real quality in looks and performance, nothing cheap looking about it at all.
Cons: Yes I guess there is one con, I need to buy a rain suit.

The only words that come to mind are "I love my Vespa!". I can find no fault with anything about this scooter. Yes it is a bit more pricey than some of the other scooters available now, but you do get what you pay for.

Piaggio Vespa is to scooters as is Harley to motorcycles. The Cadillac of scooters, great on gas and really climbs those hills fast. A real eye catching silver and blue color combo, this scooter performs and is great for commuting to my job 4 miles each way.

Matter of fact that's the most fun of going to work is the drive in and back home. I'm very disappointed on rainy days, but maybe a rain suit will fix that problem!

Pros: It's easy to maneuver, it's a fun ride and economical in fuel.
Cons: the don't endure, they easily start breaking apart.

It's been a great experience riding my vespa in the city. Mayor reason I bought was convenience. It's a fun ride!!!! I've had problem with my vespa since I bought it. First it was the fuel line, it was clogged I had to replace it. The kick-stand broke, I've never heard of a kickstand breaking, not a new bike at least. The low beam light had to be replaced. The speedometer cable broke, I replaced it and it broke again with-in a matter of weeks.

Pros: Agile, handles really well, looks spectacular, gas mileage, wind in your hair, reliable
Cons: COLD mornings when that wind is ripping through your hair

Yes, my 2005 ET4 scooter's name is Genevieve. She is a perfectly beautiful pearl white machine. I love her. My husband loves her. She is fabulous. Vive handles like a dream, gets awesome gas mileage, and face it - a vespa brings a smile to everyone's face! If you do not mind being pointed at, stared at, and random outbursts of appreciation by perfect strangers, then a vespa is totally for you. It is a total lifestyle change. You chart out new routes to everywhere so that you can drive your scooter. You will know where every pothole lives. You will learn to live your life as large as your underseat storage and trunk case allow. Who needs laundry detergent, right? Have a vespa and a smile.

Pros: stiff, good brakes, quick steering, good top speed, very stylish--gets stares
Cons: they are girlie, fueling up is messy, stowage gets warm, stalls when cold

I told everyone I bought it for my wife but really I have most of the miles on it, so I can write the review:
We have the pearl colored '05 ET-4. Setup and instruction was very good, the manual is readable. The bike itself is taller and better built than the usual renter scoots you've been on in a resort--the main difference is engine and brakes. Disc brake on front means when you are going 100 kmh ( and it will, easily) you can safely and very quickly haul it down to a stop. Steering is fine, tender like most scooters, but I can get a good lean on it. tires are excellent. Storage seems small, it will not hold a Large full face but will a smaller one--the bag-hook on the front of the seat is great. the glove compartment will hold most stuff you need. Sophisticated electronic key stuff helps stop theft, I would get a cable lock right away though, these attract attention. It's main point is the ability to travel at the same speed as the cars.