Calling all Aussies and Kiwis !!

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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(hozozco @ Oct 27 2007, 03:17 AM) [snapback]531109[/snapback]</div>

Ok!
I'm definitely going to get tinting done at some stage.
I've seen quite a few posts regarding the 'clear bras'. Not sure about this, must try to find somewhere in Adelaide so I can have a look.
Also not sure about 'headlight protectors'.
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While you are gretting the tinting done ask about a bra because tinting places also do this. From memory a bra is quite expensive but well worth it. On a recent trip I copped a chip on the windscreen but have never had problems with stones damaging the bonnet thanks to my 18 month old bra.
I was told that the headlight glass could not be damaged by stones but if you are at all worried get some clear bra material put on the headlights.
One thing about a bra it should not affect the airflow over the car.

[hozozco]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(sleeka @ Oct 28 2007, 01:01 AM) [snapback]531184[/snapback]</div>

The Toyota floormats for the Prius are very good...See your local Toyota Parts dept...Re: the tinting....do you guys have "Tint-A-Car" down there?...I have the heatshields, and anything else you may want as shown on our website, in stock...
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Thanks John, I'm about to email you.

We're definitely after the side strips, heat sheild and rear bumper protector. Might get the mud flaps and weather shields depending on the price.

My wife has actually changed her mind (no comment), and we're now getting front seat covers to match the interior (the colour is called 'bamboo'). The company that's making them doesn't have any suitable fabric that would match for the back seats. We're going to ask if they can make rear seat covers out of material that we supply, otherwise we're open to options for rear seat covers.

We've used 'Tint-A-Car' for the servicing of the mobilisers in our Sirion and we were planning to have them do the tinting. That will have to wait, we didn't allow for the $1000 stamp duty when we registered the car (bugga)!

Thanks to all.

:-)

[beeawwb]

Argh, here I had this nice long post written and the page timed out posting.

Anyway, second try.

I've just bought a new Prius (read: just had delivered a couple days ago) and I couldn't be happier. I was browsing the net looking at some of the neat things you can do (and some of the things that US models have to do to get things we have standard, like the EV mode) when I stumbled across this forum and thought I'd say howdy.

I notice that there's a QLD Prius club, anything similar in SA or being thought about for us Southerners?

I also noticed hozozco mentioned some black sheepskin seat covers, any reccomendations there? I haven't looked too far back up the thread or checked out any links since I am at work.

I'm really interested in trying to get the most out of my Prius, so I look forward to getting to know you and learning about all the tips and tricks you can get up to with really turning things up a notch.

Well I reckon that's it for now, I should probably do some work for the rest of the day... :P

Cheers,
Bob

[patsparks]

G'day Bob,
The Wool Shed http://www.hotfrog.com.au/companies/The-Woolshed make sheepskin seat covers to suit seats in any car for a reasonable price or if you want both front seats for about $265 try Supercheap which is where I got mine, thick wool on the face but synthetic on back and sides (where you're not touching it)

Top bloke at the wool shed, he made the sheepskin seat cover for my bike.

I'm down at Woodcroft, just walking distance to the Wool Shed. Keep an eye out and give us a wave if you see me, 2004 silver with shark fin and mudflaps. SPARK5 numberplate.

Prius Club Queensland is great, handy for some accessories but unfortunately not quite as big a range as here, that is where I got my shark fin, mud flaps, and windscreen sun blind. Treat it like an Aussie Prius club I reckon.

[AussieOwner]

Originally Posted by beeawwb

I've just bought a new Prius (read: just had delivered a couple days ago) and I couldn't be happier. I was browsing the net looking at some of the neat things you can do (and some of the things that US models have to do to get things we have standard, like the EV mode) when I stumbled across this forum and thought I'd say howdy.
Cheers,
Bob

Welcome to PC, Bob.

Good to see another Aussie joining the group.

If you want to see the differences between what you have bought and everyone else, have a look at this thread 2GPrius (2004-2009) Standard and Optional Equipment (Some Countries)

The key differences between the Australian version and the US versions are we have 4 wheel disc brakes, we have the EV button, and we have a height adjustable driver's seat. The US, however, have a lot more options available, although as you have the iTech, you have the top of the range anyway. One thing that the US people have over the rest of the world is the ability to turn off the internal reverse beep. It does not normally bother me, but occassionally, I would love to be able to shut the thing up.

Enjoy you car.

[patsparks]

Don't some US models have headlight adjustment from inside the car?
Never seen that in Australian Prius. Oh and they have the steering wheel on the wrong side.

[sleeka]

G'day Bob, Pat and Eric,
Good to see some activity on the Aussies and Kiwi page recently. It gets very quiet at times.

Yes, even though we are the Prius Club of Queensland - as Pat says, treat us as being there to help all Aussies....and the range of accessories available from the website is growing, too. Happy to send anywhere in OZ.

Cheers,
John.

[tripp]

What's the obsession with sheepskin seat covers with you lot from down under? That's gotta be the most frequently asked question in this thread. Are they soaked in opiate oils or something? They must be really comfortable.

[patsparks]

Sheep skin is the best thing to sit on, it allows some air to circulate under and around you when it is hot preventing sweatiness and they don't seem to get hot in the sun, in winter they are warm, better than sitting on cold cloth. Sheep skin also adds about 35 to 50mm of cloud soft padding to the seat. Sheep skin also looks very luxurious and adds a prestige look to the interior and is dead easy to keep clean as long as you don't let an icecream melt through it. Even if you do you can remove the cover for cleaning and you know the skin has protected the seat as it is impervious to moisture.

It's like recycling too, the sheepskin's first life is as a bag with meat in it. If it's good enough to protect my lamb cutlets it's good enough to protect my seats.

[Doc Willie]

Originally Posted by AussieOwner

The key differences between the Australian version and the US versions are . . . we have a height adjustable driver's seat.

Whoa. That just sent a Richter 5 tremor though the place.

You mean Toyota actually DOES make an adjustable seat for the Prius ?? It CAN be done ??

Why do they hate us so ?????