Airport Taxi Services

[QUOTE=Silver Star;431097]Also with Taxi EZE, you do risk a car shortage and long waits (40 minutes)[/QUOTE]

Yes, I agree. Their is always a possibility that something can go wrong with taxi service at 'taxi ezeiza'. Though it would be very rare. However, with the same yardstick, something can go wrong with the most expensive chauffeur driven car as well. Though it would be rare as well. In short, nothing is impossible and nothing is invincible, be it a taxi service or a private service.

Lesson to be learnt :- Take the cheaper option amongst the two options available and save the money for a good fuck

Second lesson to be learnt - Over 5 years on this forum, I have noticed that their are "many many" mongers who would prefer to spend premium dollars on the absolutely best chicas in town. However, almost all the mongers prefer to save on transportation from Ezeiza to home in CF unless they were here for work and someone else was picking the tab ( exceptions are of course there). Even in that case when someone else is picking the tab, I can give you my example. I can take any kind of taxi between my home and Ezeiza and just send the receipt/factura scan to my employers ( who believe in pissing money) for reimbursement. It would be done, - NO Questions asked. But, even then, I find taxi Ezeiza as the "very very" best option for my needs which simply are safe, comfortable and timely transportation to the airport or back home when arriving.

This forum was of great service to me when I first arrived here as it guided me to the best and cheapest options available in the city and helped me save many dollars or expensive deals. This is why, I insist on guiding the newbies, reading this forum, in the right direction. Just my way, to pay back.

[QUOTE=Member #3320; 431098]Yes, I agree. Their is always a possibility that something can go wrong with taxi service at 'taxi ezeiza'. Though it would be very rare. However, with the same yardstick, something can go wrong with the most expensive chauffeur driven car as well. Though it would be rare as well. In short, nothing is impossible and nothing is invincible, be it a taxi service or a private service.

Lesson to be learnt :- Take the cheaper option amongst the two options available and save the money for a good fuck.

Second lesson to be learnt. Over 5 years on this forum, I have noticed that their are "many many" mongers who would prefer to spend premium dollars on the absolutely best chicas in town. However, almost all the mongers prefer to save on transportation from Ezeiza to home in CF unless they were here for work and someone else was picking the tab (exceptions are of course there). Even in that case when someone else is picking the tab, I can give you my example. I can take any kind of taxi between my home and Ezeiza and just send the receipt / factura scan to my employers (who believe in pissing money) for reimbursement. It would be done,. NO Questions asked. But, even then, I find taxi Ezeiza as the "very very" best option for my needs which simply are safe, comfortable and timely transportation to the airport or back home when arriving.

This forum was of great service to me when I first arrived here as it guided me to the best and cheapest options available in the city and helped me save many dollars or expensive deals. This is why, I insist on guiding the newbies, reading this forum, in the right direction. Just my way, to pay back.[/QUOTE]Agreed there can be problems with a chauffeured car service, although at SilverStar, we do everything we can to minimize the risk, and we have generally been very reliable, we are for those who prefer to not have to cram in a Honda Fit or similar, and we are for those who prefer a chauffeur that drives in a reasonable and prudent manner, and not have the fuss of going to the Taxi stand, then sit and wait for a cab to be available. Our goal at SilverStar, from the very beginning was to provide a better alternative than what existed previously, better punctuality, better cars, better English, friendly chauffeurs, and sane driving. At SilverStar, we do believe there is a difference between our roomy and comfortable Executive Plus Sedans with pillow soft leather seats vs a tiny Honda Fit with rock hard cloth seats.

SilverStar. A better way to get to and from the airport.

[url]www.silverstarcar.com[/url]

[QUOTE=Member #3320;431096]As long as Taxi ezeiza service exisists at EZE, their is no need for a private chauffeur driven taxi. The Taxi ezieza service is impeccable with zero problems. I use them them 5-7 times a month.[/QUOTE]Depends who you are I suppose. You've more than made clear your preference over using a chauffeur service like Fred. All well and good. But that's you.

And while there may be no need for you, clearly the market exists as a need for others.

My preference has little to do with debating whether taxi Ezeixa is safe enough, comfortable enough, or won't break down. I too find these fairly irrelevant factors. Used both Taxi Ezeiza and Silverstar multiple times and while Fred's ride is certainly more comfortable, that's not to say Taxi Ezeiza is uncomfortable by any stretch.

Simply put, I use Fred because I value my time as well as type A need to be picked up exactly when I say I want, down to the minute. Even if I have plenty of free time, I dislike waiting. I pay Fred's premium because a chauffeur service allows for that type of precision.

For a pickup to the airport, apartment change, whatever, I pay his premium because I don't assume, guess, or hope he will arrive within some time window, no matter how thin. I absolutely know he will have me picked up and wheels moving at the exact minute I specify. The premium paid is for that expectation and actual delivery against that expectation. He does what is needed to ensure that happens, including leaving early and arriving 15min early to wait until the specified time or at my leisure.

Taxi Ezeiza will also arrive on time as well, almost always at least from my xp. But the difference is they generally have a 5-15min window where the driver may arrive. Sometimes more, sometimes less. You can't get Taxi Ezeiza to guarantee and put their service rep behind arriving at the exact minute you'd like.

If you don't need or don't go nuts waiting for that kind of precision, go with Taxi Ezeiza or many other remise services.

If you don't see value in Fred's service, also fair. But by definition you can't say there is no need for his service when clearly that niche exists in every major city I'm aware of. You can take a nice, safe and comfortable taxi to LAX or private shuttle with no stops to pickup anyone else for half or less the cost of a limo or town car. Yet tons of people with disposable income, on expense acct or personal dime, choose to pay the premium chauffeur service. Saying over and over there is no need for a Fred-type service seems obviously contradicted by every major city having Fred-clones running around.

[QUOTE=Mpexy; 431107]Depends who you are I suppose. You've more than made clear your preference over using a chauffeur service like Fred. All well and good. But that's you.

And while there may be no need for you, clearly the market exists as a need for others.

My preference has little to do with debating whether taxi Ezeixa is safe enough, comfortable enough, or won't break down. I too find these fairly irrelevant factors. Used both Taxi Ezeiza and Silverstar multiple times and while Fred's ride is certainly more comfortable, that's not to say Taxi Ezeiza is uncomfortable by any stretch.

Simply put, I use Fred because I value my time as well as type A need to be picked up exactly when I say I want, down to the minute. Even if I have plenty of free time, I dislike waiting. I pay Fred's premium because a chauffeur service allows for that type of precision.

For a pickup to the airport, apartment change, whatever, I pay his premium because I don't assume, guess, or hope he will arrive within some time window, no matter how thin. I absolutely know he will have me picked up and wheels moving at the exact minute I specify. The premium paid is for that expectation and actual delivery against that expectation. He does what is needed to ensure that happens, including leaving early and arriving 15min early to wait until the specified time or at my leisure.

Taxi Ezeiza will also arrive on time as well, almost always at least from my xp. But the difference is they generally have a 5-15min window where the driver may arrive. Sometimes more, sometimes less. You can't get Taxi Ezeiza to guarantee and put their service rep behind arriving at the exact minute you'd like.

If you don't need or don't go nuts waiting for that kind of precision, go with Taxi Ezeiza or many other remise services.

If you don't see value in Fred's service, also fair. But by definition you can't say there is no need for his service when clearly that niche exists in every major city I'm aware of. You can take a nice, safe and comfortable taxi to LAX or private shuttle with no stops to pickup anyone else for half or less the cost of a limo or town car. Yet tons of people with disposable income, on expense acct or personal dime, choose to pay the premium chauffeur service. Saying over and over there is no need for a Fred-type service seems obviously contradicted by every major city having Fred-clones running around.[/QUOTE]In spite of your long justification, it really is not on point in the least. Even if one has plenty of disposable income and wants to pay north of 2 to 3 times market for a 40 minute ride to town, that's not his point. You often justify your point by reflecting the needs or desires of those outside one standard deviation from the mean. It's fine if you want to pay the premium. Go for it as it is your cash to do what you want with. That said, Fred's posts do occasionally border on fear mongering (unsafe conditions, bonded drivers, etc.). Most travelers at EZE, lax, etc. Just take a cab. PERIOD!

Took VIP car service this past October. 220 pesos to recoleta. No wait, fine car, no fuss, no muss. Why make this so complicated Mplexy? If ya need fast service, just stop by the VIP booth and pay the 220 pesos. My point is simply, for those coming to Argentina for the first time, just taking an inexpensive cab for the 30-40 minute ride to town is certainly the fast, simple and easy way to get from A to B. For those that require the luxury or attention, Fred is a great option. All the safety / other stuff is just stuff. Monger on all. Toymann

Ps. The Member flies in and out of EZE each month more than most of us do each year. Taking his comments to heart shouldn't be that tough. My dos centavos.

And you continually try to insert yourself with troll and bully tactics that always devolve down to we just don't get your humor, your "Internet persona", or misdirecting the point. Stemming from your deep and massive inferiority complex that so many times just serves to derail the board.

Member3320 stated there was no need for a Fred the chauffeur service long as Taxi Ezeiza existed. His opinion, fine.

My reply was exactly on point you troll. Agree or disagree, it is completely on topic to simply state that Fred's chauffeur service delivers features that Taxi Ezeiza does not. Whether he or you value that additional feature is completely up to you and thereby choose whether anyone feels the extra premium paid is worth it.

Why don't you leave the adults alone and go back to trolling your endless incredible black book of chicas only you have access to? Oh wait, that's right, last time you tried that you got face slapped down by another resident member with cold facts that made you look rather foolish. Which I refrained from replying on despite being witness to the events described. But you want to continue being a troll, bring it on and I will post the witness reply I should have back then.

So glad you'll be back in BsAs soon. Once you start having your bragged about "next level" sex again, perhaps you'll be slightly less trollish to deal with until you return to your drudgery.

[QUOTE=Toymann; 431109]In spite of your long justification, it really is not on point in the least. Even if one has plenty of disposable income and wants to pay north of 2 to 3 times market for a 40 minute ride to town, that's not his point. You often justify your point by reflecting the needs or desires of those outside one standard deviation from the mean. It's fine if you want to pay the premium. Go for it as it is your cash to do what you want with. That said, Fred's posts do occasionally border on fear mongering (unsafe conditions, bonded drivers, etc.). Most travelers at EZE, lax, etc. Just take a cab. PERIOD!

Took VIP car service this past October. 220 pesos to recoleta. No wait, fine car, no fuss, no muss. Why make this so complicated Mplexy? If ya need fast service, just stop by the VIP booth and pay the 220 pesos. My point is simply, for those coming to Argentina for the first time, just taking an inexpensive cab for the 30-40 minute ride to town is certainly the fast, simple and easy way to get from A to B. For those that require the luxury or attention, Fred is a great option. All the safety / other stuff is just stuff. Monger on all. Toymann.

Ps. The Member flies in and out of EZE each month more than most of us do each year. Taking his comments to heart shouldn't be that tough. My dos centavos.[/QUOTE]

Only you or your sad little wingman could interpret my last post this way. This thread is about taking a taxi. The members comments were quite clear. Your personal attacks betray you. I will repeat. Fred's services are great if your priority is luxury. Think of it like a first class airline ticket for a 30 or 40 minute trip. The other methods are just fine and are more cost effective. Happy mongering all. Toymann.

[QUOTE=Toymann;431109]That said, Fred's posts do occasionally border on fear mongering (unsafe conditions, bonded drivers, etc.).[/QUOTE]Exactly. That was really my point. Fred's promotion is based on creating fear mongering for gullible newbies. And he thrives on doing it again and again. And that is why I post on this thread again and again.

M. Plexy, to be fair to your comment in response to my comment. You are 100% right. If anyone wants to pay 10 pesos or 10US$ or 100 US$ or 1000US$ for the ride from the airport to their hotel/home in BA, who the hell am I am to have a problem with it! Their is a always a economy class, business class and first class in the aeroplanes exactly for this reason. It the always the customer/client's money, problem, decision, choice, preference, requirement, need. I agree absolutely with your assessment ! In case you still have some disagreements, let me use your infamous phrase "Lets just agree to disagree".

My advise is only & ONLY for gullible newbies ( and not for seasoned BA mongers), who are arriving for the first time or after many years and are unsure of what to do on arrival. To them "Take Taxi ezeiza. You will reach your destination fine and waiting time does not exist at the Taxi ezeiza counter unless its a freak day, in which case you could be waiting for about 10-15 minutes at the counter before being taken to your taxi. Do not be disuaded by fear tactics on this thread".

[QUOTE=Member #3320; 431116]Exactly. That was really my point. Fred's promotion is based on creating fear mongering for gullible newbies. And he thrives on doing it again and again. And that is why I post on this thread again and again.

M. Plexy, to be fair to your comment in response to my comment. You are 100% right. If anyone wants to pay 10 pesos or 10US$ or 100 US$ or 1000US$ for the ride from the airport to their hotel / home in BA, who the hell am I am to have a problem with it! Their is a always a economy class, business class and first class in the aeroplanes exactly for this reason. It the always the customer / client's money, problem, decision, choice, preference, requirement, need. I agree absolutely with your assessment! In case you still have some disagreements, let me use your infamous phrase "Lets just agree to disagree".

My advise is only & ONLY for gullible newbies (and not for seasoned BA mongers) , who are arriving for the first time or after many years and are unsure of what to do on arrival. To them "Take Taxi ezeiza. You will reach your destination fine and waiting time does not exist at the Taxi ezeiza counter unless its a freak day, in which case you could be waiting for about 10-15 minutes at the counter before being taken to your taxi. Do not be disuaded by fear tactics on this thread".[/QUOTE]At SilverStar, we don't base our marketing on fear mongering, we do however point out the many differences and advantages of hiring a chauffeured luxury car with an educated, English speaking driver (etc etc) car vs a taxi, all differences and reasons that have been pointed out in the past are true. Our formula for success has been from the beggining to do a better job than the others guys, plain and simple. Many of my guests prefer to be in a nice and clean and comfortable Luxury Car vs a Honda Fit, and yes, there is a difference in comfort and safety between the 2. There is nothing wrong with taking Taxi EZE, VIP, World Car, public bus, etc, we just want those who are looking for something better than what's available at EZE, that there are better alternatives (SilverStar) than to cramming into a tiny Argentine taxi.

[url]www.silverstarcar.com[/url]

For when you want something better in chauffeured car services in Buenos Aires (We speak English)

25 people in a band of counterfiters have been arrested and 11 of them were,or are TAXI Drivers.They specialized in the new "Evita" bills and they targeted tourist and retired people.

In only one of 29 different warrants served they discovered $250,000.00 pesos and $13,000.00 dollars.Fake or real?

A ten peso fake bill cost about 1.4 to 2 pesos to buy.

The taxi drivers would prey on drunk people leaving the clubs at night.

More to come!

TL.

[QUOTE=TejanoLibre; 431359]25 people in a band of counterfiters have been arrested and 11 of them were, or are TAXI Drivers. They specialized in the new "Evita" bills and they targeted tourist and retired people.

In only one of 29 different warrants served they discovered $250, 000. 00 pesos and $13, 000. 00 dollars. Fake or real?

A ten peso fake bill cost about 1. 4 to 2 pesos to buy.

The taxi drivers would prey on drunk people leaving the clubs at night.

More to come!

TL.[/QUOTE]Damn! I am so nervous.Could hardly sleep after reading this report.Was prespiring all night,in fear of the taxi drivers of BA.:-)

[QUOTE=Sidney;431362]A couple of prominent mongers have tried to convince me that all taxi drivers are honest. At night,do these taxis drive with their lights 'on or off'?[/QUOTE]I guess the crooks are starting early with the new Evita 100 peso notes,since many people haven't seen them yet.The trick with the new Evita notes for verifying is look at the green seal on the front left of the note,there is a reflecting line in the middle that moves up and down as you move the bill up and down,plus a better silver strip down the mid-left side.Of course always best with a can diver to pay with small bills,and round up to the next peso or 2,don't bother them with asking for small change.

Best for Argentina is to do what Canada did,go to Australian plastic polymer notes,they last longer,and allow for a see thru window,making the notes virtually impossible to counterfeit.

Arrived tonight at EZE from a new voyage. And for once Taxi Ezeiza was bursting with clients like honey attracts bees. I walked over to the girl and asked her, "when is the car avbl?" And she said "wait time about 25 minutes".

I thought "Man, how happy my friend Silver Star would be to read this!" I could literally imagine silver star & TL jumping with joy on their sofa as they read this!

Ha ha.

Anyway, immediately facing Taxi Ezeiza stand, to its right are silver railings. If you approach the silver railings, suddenly you will see another 5-6 vendors offering services similar to Taxi Ezeiza. I just approached the first one and asked " do you have taxi now", she said "no, wait time 10 minutes. Charges 230 pesos" I said "business denied" Then I asked the next one " do you have a taxi now", she said "wait time 5 minutes. Charges 210 pesos". I said "business denied". Then I asked the 3rd one. I said " do you have a taxi now. She said "yes sir, we have 4 cars with 4 drivers ready right now". I said " how much" she said "200 pesos". The driver grabbed my bag and led me to a nice brand new honda civic. I was home in 30 minutes or so. Air conditioned, nice English music on FM 102. 3 Driver literally bending over to impress me for return business.

I love BA

[QUOTE=Member #3320; 431390]Arrived tonight at EZE from a new voyage. And for once Taxi Ezeiza was bursting with clients like honey attracts bees. I walked over to the girl and asked her,"when is the car avbl?" And she said "wait time about 25 minutes".

I thought "Man, how happy my friend Silver Star would be to read this!" I could literally imagine silver star & TL jumping with joy on their sofa as they read this!

Ha ha.

Anyway, immediately facing Taxi Ezeiza stand, to its right are silver railings. If you approach the silver railings, suddenly you will see another 5-6 vendors offering services similar to Taxi Ezeiza. I just approached the first one and asked " do you have taxi now", she said "no, wait time 10 minutes. Charges 230 pesos" I said "business denied" Then I asked the next one " do you have a taxi now", she said "wait time 5 minutes. Charges 210 pesos". I said "business denied". Then I asked the 3rd one. I said " do you have a taxi now. She said "yes sir, we have 4 cars with 4 drivers ready right now". I said " how much" she said "200 pesos". The driver grabbed my bag and led me to a nice brand new honda civic. I was home in 30 minutes or so. Air conditioned, nice English music on FM 102. 3 Driver literally bending over to impress me for return business.

I love BA[/QUOTE]Dude, I use the city bus to go and come frome the airport, maybe 3pesos!

Could care less how you boys arrive and depart!

Try it some time!

TL.

Would feel a lot better if you did not even come to MY TOWN!

Save your bullshit for the people that deserve it!

I am not a taxi service and I do not benefit from your mistakes.

Thanks,

TL

[QUOTE=Member #3320; 431390]Arrived tonight at EZE from a new voyage. And for once Taxi Ezeiza was bursting with clients like honey attracts bees. I walked over to the girl and asked her,"when is the car avbl?" And she said "wait time about 25 minutes".

I thought "Man, how happy my friend Silver Star would be to read this!" I could literally imagine silver star & TL jumping with joy on their sofa as they read this!

Ha ha.

Anyway, immediately facing Taxi Ezeiza stand, to its right are silver railings. If you approach the silver railings, suddenly you will see another 5-6 vendors offering services similar to Taxi Ezeiza. I just approached the first one and asked " do you have taxi now", she said "no, wait time 10 minutes. Charges 230 pesos" I said "business denied" Then I asked the next one " do you have a taxi now", she said "wait time 5 minutes. Charges 210 pesos". I said "business denied". Then I asked the 3rd one. I said " do you have a taxi now. She said "yes sir, we have 4 cars with 4 drivers ready right now". I said " how much" she said "200 pesos". The driver grabbed my bag and led me to a nice brand new honda civic. I was home in 30 minutes or so. Air conditioned, nice English music on FM 102. 3 Driver literally bending over to impress me for return business.

I love BA[/QUOTE]Was that car official, with the correct licensing and insurance? Just wondering.

[QUOTE=TejanoLibre; 431393]Would feel a lot better if you did not even come to MY TOWN!

Save your bullshit for the people that deserve it!

TL[/QUOTE]

I do not "come" to this town. I "live" in this town.

Ditto :- Save your bullshit for the people that deserve it!

[QUOTE=Silver Star;431395]Was that car official, with the correct licensing and insurance? Just wondering.[/QUOTE]Oops! I forgot to check all these vital details. What a folly!

What if the car had a accident! Or if they would have kidnapped me? Or if the driver was a fugitive? did I perform a check on criminal records? what if the car had a flat tyre in middle of the journey? What if the driver got lost on the road? What if the driver was driving without a driver's license? did I check it? No, i did not!

Gosh! Terrible things would have happended! What a narrow escape! Ja ja.

On another note, I did notice they had a proper kiosk at the main terminal of the airport in public view and not operating a internet business! I know where exactly to catch them, should they attempt a con.

[QUOTE=Member #3320; 431399]I do not "come" to this town. I "live" in this town.

Ditto :- Save your bullshit for the people that deserve it![/QUOTE]The Taxi Driver Jabs are Funny but there is absolutely no point in mixing me in with the transportation threads.

Why don't you tell us about the English Taxi drivers, they still hate the English down here for some reason.

An Argentine is an Italian that speaks Spanish but thinks he's British!

Funny Lot!

TL

I require transport from hotel in recolleta to EZE and then 2 weeks later from EZE to aeroparque. What option would suit me best for price / reliability? I paid $240 using taxi ezeiza one way from EZE AEP last week.

[QUOTE=BorisB;431814]I require transport from hotel in recolleta to EZE and then 2 weeks later from EZE to aeroparque. What option would suit me best for price / reliability? I paid $240 using taxi ezeiza one way from EZE AEP last week.[/QUOTE]How much of a window do you have between transfers on your EZE-AEP transfer and what time of day is this run?

Fred.

[URL]www.silverstarcar.com[/URL]

[QUOTE=SilverStar;431816]How much of a window do you have between transfers on your EZE-AEP transfer and what time of day is this run?

Fred.

[URL]www.silverstarcar.com[/URL][/QUOTE]Most likely 3-4 hours.

[QUOTE=BorisB;431829]Most likely 3-4 hours.[/QUOTE]Your safest bet, and fastest way would be to have a reliable chauffeured car service do this transfer, especially if it is a workday. A 4 hour window is the minimum we like to take. We also check the current traffic status before we decide which route to take.

Fred.

[URL]www.silverstarcar.com[/URL]

[QUOTE=SilverStar;431850]Your safest bet, and fastest way would be to have a reliable chauffeured car service do this transfer, especially if it is a workday. A 4 hour window is the minimum we like to take. We also check the current traffic status before we decide which route to take.

Fred.

[URL]www.silverstarcar.com[/URL][/QUOTE]I see from the Aerolineas website that they now require you to check in 2 hours before your flight for domestic flights and 3 hours for international. Rather stupid as for some destinations the flight is less than 2 hours and the inbound flight hasn't even left BA! And often never does for whatever reason.

[QUOTE=Amantelondres;431852]I see from the Aerolineas website that they now require you to check in 2 hours before your flight for domestic flights and 3 hours for international. Rather stupid as for some destinations the flight is less than 2 hours and the inbound flight hasn't even left BA! And often never does for whatever reason.[/QUOTE]It wouldn't surprise me at all if Aerolineas put a deal in place paying them a commission on all airport merchandise sales because they are getting their passengers there earlier.

[QUOTE=Amantelondres;431852]I see from the Aerolineas website that they now require you to check in 2 hours before your flight for domestic flights and 3 hours for international. Rather stupid as for some destinations the flight is less than 2 hours and the inbound flight hasn't even left BA! And often never does for whatever reason.[/QUOTE]We generally aim to have your guests 2.5 to 3 hrs before international departures and 90 minutes before domestic, and haven't had one complaint (missed flight) in over 4 years.

Fred.

[URL]www.silverstarcar.com[/URL]

Because going to and from the airport in Buenos Aires doesn't have to suck.

Headlines Read:

"Taxi Breaks Down on Freeway, Dominican Killed".

Last night on the way to the airport the taxi that the girl was riding in broke down and pulled over onto the shoulder of the road. She and the taxi driver got out of the vehicle and the safety cones were placed behind the taxi along with a reflective safety triangle. The Dominican girl felt that it was too cold to wait outside on the side of the road so she climbed back into the car. The 18 wheeler flatened the cab.

Moral of the Story:

Better Call Fred!

TL ,

Too Cold ? Shit , it was miserable yesterday ; maybe 28 nasty , humid degrees !

*shudder*.

This afternoon I received a video from a friend.

He knew it would be of interest to me as it is a cell phone video of a Bs As taxi driver trying toscam a passanger.

I write a monthly column in a numismatic magazine that also includes my travel adventures (I do have other interests besides chicas).

Last year I took a taxi from the bus station to my apartment and the driver tried a scam, claimed all of my money was out of date.

He had already pissed me off as he had gone several blocks out of the way to run up the fare.

His scam failed and he didn't get a tip.

If anyone is interested in the video send me a PM with yor email and I'll forward it.

Don.

Used Fred for ride to EZE recently and a couple in-town transfers before that.

The ability to rely on exact timing and have ride ready the second my foot exits apartment door with zero wait is personally what I'm happy to pay the premium for. 3 transfers during my 7 month stay and Fred was always ready to go with 0 second window that I typically demand of chauffeur services.

Comfort of ride, safety, etc aside, which Taxi Ezeiza would be just fine, the precision departure vs. 15 min window is what I'd recommend Silverstar for. If you're not that crazed about exact time windows for departure, I think Taxi Ezeiza is just fine so don't take or turn this into a anti-remise comment.

[QUOTE=Mpexy;432430]Used Fred for ride to EZE recently and a couple in-town transfers before that.

The ability to rely on exact timing and have ride ready the second my foot exits apartment door with zero wait is personally what I'm happy to pay the premium for. 3 transfers during my 7 month stay and Fred was always ready to go with 0 second window that I typically demand of chauffeur services.

Comfort of ride, safety, etc aside, which Taxi Ezeiza would be just fine, the precision departure vs. 15 min window is what I'd recommend Silverstar for. If you're not that crazed about exact time windows for departure, I think Taxi Ezeiza is just fine so don't take or turn this into a anti-remise comment.[/QUOTE]Fred is a great guy with an impeccable service so if you can or if you need to do so or if you want to do so he is the man.

Enough said!

TL.

P.S. I have taken a city bus to and from the airport for about .50 cents but it takes a long time! Did it for fun!

[QUOTE=Mpexy;432430]Used Fred for ride to EZE recently and a couple in-town transfers before that.

The ability to rely on exact timing and have ride ready the second my foot exits apartment door with zero wait is personally what I'm happy to pay the premium for. 3 transfers during my 7 month stay and Fred was always ready to go with 0 second window that I typically demand of chauffeur services.

Comfort of ride, safety, etc aside, which Taxi Ezeiza would be just fine, the precision departure vs. 15 min window is what I'd recommend Silverstar for. If you're not that crazed about exact time windows for departure, I think Taxi Ezeiza is just fine so don't take or turn this into a anti-remise comment.[/QUOTE]I will second MPEXY's comment. Before you bash Fred, remember that you are paying a PREMIUM for his service. If you do not want to pay top peso for car / taxi service, then do not use Silverstar. Use a less expensive service, but do not complain that Fred is too high.

Tres3.

Mongers-.

I use Fred's transportation services on a regular basis (15-20 x / year) and I second Mpexy and Tres3 reviews on the quality of the service. Whether being picked up at my apartment for a ride to the airport or being picked up at the airport for a ride to my place, Fred's team is NEVER late and there is NEVER any wasting time waiting. There are plenty of cheaper and potentially slower / less convenient ways to go to / from the airport; Fred operates an executive service for people who place a high value on their time, convenience and personal safety.

Suerte,

Rock Harders.

[QUOTE=RockHarders;432440] Fred operates an executive service for people who place a high value on their time, convenience and personal safety.

Suerte,

Rock Harders.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=BigBossMan;432248]

Ever notice that some of the richest guys on the board are among the tightest. There must be a lesson in there somewhere that I failed to learn. LOL.[/QUOTE]I really like the quote from BBM. Seems somehow appropriate here. My dos centavos. LOL. Monger on fellas. Toymann.

I just got off the phone with them from the USA. They are not taking reservations for Dec 24/25. The will be operating, but with fewer drivers. There maybe waits.

[QUOTE=MiamiBob;436844]I just got off the phone with them from the USA. They are not taking reservations for Dec 24/25. The will be operating, but with fewer drivers. There maybe waits.[/QUOTE]I took the taxi from the airport and they were at the pickup spot before I finished a cigarette. From the time I paid to the time we were driving away was about 10 minutes. That includes the walk from the counter to the pickup spot right outside the door. Fast, efficient and recommended.

Several years ago oh maybe 10 or 12 I had a reservation at a hotel in Recoleta. They asked me if I wanted airport pickup for 135 pesos. I had a few things to do at the airport so I said no. After taking care of my business I caught a local airport taxi. I gave him the address and off we go. As we were leaving the airport I asked my driver when he was going to turn on the meter. He said don't worry its all electronic. I asked how he would know how muck to charge me with no meter. Again he said relax its all electronic. Ok so I may be from a rural area but I know when I'm about to be butt fucked. Luckily I had both of my bags in the back seat with me. I took out my camera and took several pictures of the meter than I took about five pictures of my driver...We arrive at my hotel and he flips a switch and on comes the meter. He says sir your fare is 475 pesos. Ten years ago that was a lot for a taxi from the airport. I grabbed my bags and off I go to the hotel explaining to the taxi driver that the hotel would pay his fare. He resisted but I was so fast he couldn't keep up with me. When inside the hotel in a very loud voice I said someone call the police this God damn thieving taxi driver is trying to rob me. With that security and the desk clerk came to my rescue. I made my case and they said to the driver either you accept 100 pesos or we call police. If possible and you are traveling alone try to keep your bags with you not in the trunk.

[QUOTE=HotRod11;436976]Several years ago oh maybe 10 or 12 I had a reservation at a hotel in Recoleta. They asked me if I wanted airport pickup for 135 pesos. I had a few things to do at the airport so I said no. After taking care of my business I caught a local airport taxi. I gave him the address and off we go. As we were leaving the airport I asked my driver when he was going to turn on the meter. He said don't worry its all electronic. I asked how he would know how muck to charge me with no meter. Again he said relax its all electronic. Ok so I may be from a rural area but I know when I'm about to be butt fucked. Luckily I had both of my bags in the back seat with me. I took out my camera and took several pictures of the meter than I took about five pictures of my driver...We arrive at my hotel and he flips a switch and on comes the meter. He says sir your fare is 475 pesos. Ten years ago that was a lot for a taxi from the airport. I grabbed my bags and off I go to the hotel explaining to the taxi driver that the hotel would pay his fare. He resisted but I was so fast he couldn't keep up with me. When inside the hotel in a very loud voice I said someone call the police this God damn thieving taxi driver is trying to rob me. With that security and the desk clerk came to my rescue. I made my case and they said to the driver either you accept 100 pesos or we call police. If possible and you are traveling alone try to keep your bags with you not in the trunk.[/QUOTE]That's a great story!

The other night I rode in a Taxi that was rigged with a switch that doubles the meter's rate at the touch of a button. Really hard to prove but the 30 peso ride to Newport cost me 75 . Zero traffic and he was hauling ass!

I should have jumped out but I was with a GF and a friend of "Ours."

I broke my hand against a Taxi a few years ago and it took 6 months to heal but it was worth it!

Just like a policeman, never around when you need one!

TL.

Hi guys,

I finally booked my trip to BA next week. I'm confused. I just read this newly posted tourist article and it mentions EZE taxi's. Here's the paragraph:

"When you arrive at Ezeiza International, the regular metered taxis lined up outside the terminal cost less than the fixed-priced "official" Taxiezeiza inside the terminal, though you will be told otherwise. Charge will be 300-350 vs. 400 pesos into town; 250-300 vs. 350 coming back. (The return is less expensive as there are no government airport fees.) You can change some money before you leave for Argentina at a currency exchange office similar to Peoples Foreign Exchange in New York (212-883-0550) whose rates are far better than any major bank, or at Banco de la Naciand within Ezeiza Airport. Only at Banco de la Naciand. If you don't have pesos, Taxiezeiza will accept dollars (though at a higher fee) and plan to change money as soon as you arrive in town. Your hotel will tell you where. This is one time you should leave home with a lot of cash. ".

The article states regular metered taxis are cheaper than taxiezeiza and kind of implies it is the better option. I remember reading here that taxi ezeiza was the recommended transport and to avoid the taxi guys outside the terminal. Could someone please confirm the better option.

Here's the link to the article.

[URL]http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bonnie-kassel/the-exceptional-traveler-cool-hip-affordable-buenos-aires-and-when-its-cold-here-its-hot-there_b_6829198.html[/URL]

[QUOTE=Riina;444276]Hi guys,

I finally booked my trip to BA next week. I'm confused. I just read this newly posted tourist article and it mentions EZE taxi's. Here's the paragraph:

"When you arrive at Ezeiza International, the regular metered taxis lined up outside the terminal cost less than the fixed-priced "official" Taxiezeiza inside the terminal, though you will be told otherwise. Charge will be 300-350 vs. 400 pesos into town; 250-300 vs. 350 coming back. (The return is less expensive as there are no government airport fees.) You can change some money before you leave for Argentina at a currency exchange office similar to Peoples Foreign Exchange in New York (212-883-0550) whose rates are far better than any major bank, or at Banco de la Naciand within Ezeiza Airport. Only at Banco de la Naciand. If you don't have pesos, Taxiezeiza will accept dollars (though at a higher fee) and plan to change money as soon as you arrive in town. Your hotel will tell you where. This is one time you should leave home with a lot of cash. ".

The article states regular metered taxis are cheaper than taxiezeiza and kind of implies it is the better option. I remember reading here that taxi ezeiza was the recommended transport and to avoid the taxi guys outside the terminal. Could someone please confirm the better option.

Here's the link to the article.

[URL]http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bonnie-kassel/the-exceptional-traveler-cool-hip-affordable-buenos-aires-and-when-its-cold-here-its-hot-there_b_6829198.html[/URL][/QUOTE]The cost of TaxiEzeiza or one from outside is not much difference really. Since a few weeks ago cost of TaxiEzeiza was 400 p. Whereas what I tend to do now is walk through into the.

Adjoining departures hall and out through the front door of that hall. I simply wait a minute or two for a taxi that has just dropped off somebody else. Cost is usually 300-350 p. The main difference is that you do not have to hang around waiting for the obligatory luggage boy as with TaxiEz, who you will HAVE to tip also. So a saving of up to 100 p + whatever tip you gave. Both fares should be INCLUSIVE of the 2 toll charges on the way to town. Make sure it does. Some degree of Spanish helps.

[QUOTE=Riina;444276]Hi guys,

I finally booked my trip to BA next week. I'm confused. I just read this newly posted tourist article and it mentions EZE taxi's. Here's the paragraph:

"When you arrive at Ezeiza International, the regular metered taxis lined up outside the terminal cost less than the fixed-priced "official" Taxiezeiza inside the terminal, though you will be told otherwise. Charge will be 300-350 vs. 400 pesos into town; 250-300 vs. 350 coming back. (The return is less expensive as there are no government airport fees.) You can change some money before you leave for Argentina at a currency exchange office similar to Peoples Foreign Exchange in New York (212-883-0550) whose rates are far better than any major bank, or at Banco de la Naciand within Ezeiza Airport. Only at Banco de la Naciand. If you don't have pesos, Taxiezeiza will accept dollars (though at a higher fee) and plan to change money as soon as you arrive in town. Your hotel will tell you where. This is one time you should leave home with a lot of cash. ".

The article states regular metered taxis are cheaper than taxiezeiza and kind of implies it is the better option. I remember reading here that taxi ezeiza was the recommended transport and to avoid the taxi guys outside the terminal. Could someone please confirm the better option.

Here's the link to the article.

[URL]http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bonnie-kassel/the-exceptional-traveler-cool-hip-affordable-buenos-aires-and-when-its-cold-here-its-hot-there_b_6829198.html[/URL][/QUOTE]A lot of Bullshit to save about $8. 00 dollars. Maybe?

DO NOT EXCHANGE in the USA or at the AIRPORT or pay in DOLLARS!

Your Wonder Bank may give you 8. 60 to 1 .

It's almost 13 to 1 here.

If you must, bring 500 Argentine pieces of Toilet Paper that they call Pesos.

Just enough to pay for the cab.

Manuel Tienda Leon will shuttle you to your destination for about 140 pesos.

Cool, comfortable, large and safe!

They have a website.

http://www.tiendaleon.com/resultados/busqueda/bus/ezeiza/

Book your hotel with a credit card and pay your bill in Pesos at 13 to 1 !

Don't stay in Palermo if you like Hooking.

Too far for the Chicas. They complain.

When are you arriving and do you know where you are going to stay?

Take Care,

TL.

Of course you could have "The Beast" pick you up at the airport in a limo with champagne and kisses instead!