I love Zippy - and apparently the neighborhood does too!  They drive/walk by slowly and revel at his appearance!!  The kids adore him and love his life-size features (from their point of view) he's massive!! lol.  I have gotten so many comments on Zippy - he's definitely a conversation starter.  Well made, detailed, and easy to install.  I added a base for extra protected from the elements and to give him a solid grown to stand on - it's not necessary tho... just an added touch.