I think the Vespa is very cool but I'm not sure I would get one in the Twin Cities for safety reasons. When I used to live in the 'burbs of Chicago a Vespa would have been great, lots of side roads and places to cruise etc...
In Minnesota it is hard to go anywhere without getting on a major highway. I don't think I would trust the other drivers to be on a Vespa going down 35W. I see too many people drinking coffee, talking on the cell phone, and putting on makeup while they are driving
Anyhow, I think its cool and I will keep my eyes open for you.
On a side note, I think you have a red 986, were you driving downtown yesterday?