Prius in the family...

htmlspinnr · 11-20-2005, 05:14 PM

I was just thinking after a conversation with my Uncle (he's here on PC too) that I've become more aware that it seems that both my immediate and extended families on both sides of my marriage have not only grown to like the idea of the Prius, or Hybrids in general, but have purchased, will be purchasing soon, or are seriously considring a purchase of a hybrid as their next car..

I own two Prius myself, the '02 and '04.

My aunt and uncle will be taking delivery of an '06 in January, and have been asking me about mine since they first learned I had it. My wife has an aunt and uncle with an '04 as well.

My in-laws are also toying with the idea of a new hybrid, but are still in the research phase. They may be more in the market of a used car though.

Also, my parents have mentioned more than one an interest in the benefits of a hybrid for fuel economy, but are disappointed with the approach that Toyota has taken with their SUV's in that they're more performance oriented than economy minded. They want the room of an SUV (not sure why, they have a Tacoma as well), and aren't quite sure that the Prius would be big enough for them. An aunt (mom's sister) also feels similarly about size - and had until last year a substantial commute to make hybrid ownership quite practical otherwise.

Anyone else have more than one family or extended family member who either followed your lead w/ a hybrid purchase of your own, or bought one conincidentally as well?

habel · 11-20-2005, 05:19 PM

I have a 06 in order for January delivery.

So far no one in my family has considered one as far as I know, but my collegue at work (yes we are only 2 people

) is really concidering one too.

Guess after I receive mine, it won't be long before he orders one too...

htmlspinnr · 11-20-2005, 05:25 PM

I've added a poll to boot. When I was writing this, I didn't think of friends as much as family, but I've had friends who strongly considered a Prius after talking to me, or riding/driving my car.

I guess you could take it as friends or family. The basis of the question was to determine just how influencial real experience between you and those close to you had on others' next purchase. And to add to it, would that person have even considered one before seeing or talking to you about your car?

8AA · 11-20-2005, 05:52 PM

My parents have an '06 "on order" and hope to take delivery in January or February. I also have neighbors who are now considering a Prius or a Highlander Hybrid. In addition, my neighbor's father is thinking about getting a hybrid, after seeing mine. I'm not sure how influencial I was, or if it was more about explaining how the system works, how long the waranty is on the hybrid system, and dispelling all the popular myths.

TorontoSusan · 11-20-2005, 08:14 PM

I'm the first hybrid in the family (mainly to balance the SUV we bought last year) but I think I might have an effect: hubby is now looking at the Lexus 400h .... hybrid SUV!!!

galaxee · 11-20-2005, 08:18 PM

my friends' parents decided to order a prius after we got ours... not sure if there's a direct correlation there.
my mom is fascinated with my car but has her current car almost paid off and doesn't want another car payment for a while.
tried talking my stepdad into a hihy or rx400, but he wants a jeep something-or-another.
my dad pretty much needs a pickup.

oh well. they can just envy our gas bills

hdrygas · 11-20-2005, 08:44 PM

My kids both want a hybrid. One is a Environmental Studies major, the other a Graphic Designer now looking for a Grad degree in Political Communications, want a hybrid but they are both just starting out and can't afford one. The Nurse I work with got one!

newk · 11-20-2005, 09:46 PM

4 total Prii in out family;

Me: '04 Tideland
Mom: '04 Driftwood
Daughter: '03 Blue Moon Pearl
Brother in Law: '03 Silver

Can't wait for the Lexus GS 450h!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jeromep · 11-23-2005, 04:06 PM

My parents hasn't purchased a car in quite a few years but this vehicle is making them think seriously about the technology. I'm from a Ford family and as such they tend to stick to those vehicles. They weren't against me getting a Toyota, but they aren't real fond of the local dealer, which I didn't buy from anyway.

Mom would probably go for a Mariner Hybrid when the time comes. My dad is waiting for a hybrid F-150. He is kind of mechanical in nature and is convinced that Ford can do it. He understands what electric motor torque can do (has worked with cold storage room refrigeration, 20-150 hp compressors) and is convinced that hybridization is the future of pick-up truck performance.

This car has a way of making people think about new ways of doing stuff rather than accepting the tried and true.

2Hybrids · 11-23-2005, 04:22 PM

Wife and I have 2 Hybrids as seen in the avatar.

Father in Law has a Lexus 400H...

My parents won't let go of the Towncar.

View Poll Results: Did anyone in your family follow your lead with a hybrid purchase of their own?
Yes - one other member of my family bought a hybrid since my purchase, and my input influenced their decision.	15	20.55%
Yes - one other member of my family bought a hybrid since my purchase, but not based on my input.	2	2.74%
Yes - more than one other family member, all based on my input.	5	6.85%
Yes, more than one other family member, some based on my input.	2	2.74%
Yes - more than one other family member, none based on my input.	0	0%
I'm one of those family members, and a family member helped influence my decision.	4	5.48%
I'm one of those family members, but the purchase was coincidental or other family was not an influence on my decision.	2	2.74%
No - I'm a lone Prius ranger in my family.	37	50.68%
Other - see post below.	6	8.22%
Voters: 73. You may not vote on this poll

11-20-2005, 05:14 PM	#1
htmlspinnr Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Surprise, AZ (Phoenix) Posts: 1,304 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: Pioneer #3 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 1	I was just thinking after a conversation with my Uncle (he's here on PC too) that I've become more aware that it seems that both my immediate and extended families on both sides of my marriage have not only grown to like the idea of the Prius, or Hybrids in general, but have purchased, will be purchasing soon, or are seriously considring a purchase of a hybrid as their next car.. I own two Prius myself, the '02 and '04. My aunt and uncle will be taking delivery of an '06 in January, and have been asking me about mine since they first learned I had it. My wife has an aunt and uncle with an '04 as well. My in-laws are also toying with the idea of a new hybrid, but are still in the research phase. They may be more in the market of a used car though. Also, my parents have mentioned more than one an interest in the benefits of a hybrid for fuel economy, but are disappointed with the approach that Toyota has taken with their SUV's in that they're more performance oriented than economy minded. They want the room of an SUV (not sure why, they have a Tacoma as well), and aren't quite sure that the Prius would be big enough for them. An aunt (mom's sister) also feels similarly about size - and had until last year a substantial commute to make hybrid ownership quite practical otherwise. Anyone else have more than one family or extended family member who either followed your lead w/ a hybrid purchase of your own, or bought one conincidentally as well? __________________ Rick Johnson - Linux Geek, Private Pilot 2004 Prius - Tideland Green Pearl - Pioneer #3 (#9 pkg) - 101K miles - Factory EV Button, Homemade fog lamp grills, Goodyear Allegra tires 2002 Prius - Blue Moon Pearl - All options except NAV - 51.5k miles - Coastal Hitch Family Prius Score: 4 (2 mine, 1 parents, 1 aunt/uncle)

11-23-2005, 04:06 PM	#9
jeromep Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Eastern Washington State Posts: 821 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	My parents hasn't purchased a car in quite a few years but this vehicle is making them think seriously about the technology. I'm from a Ford family and as such they tend to stick to those vehicles. They weren't against me getting a Toyota, but they aren't real fond of the local dealer, which I didn't buy from anyway. Mom would probably go for a Mariner Hybrid when the time comes. My dad is waiting for a hybrid F-150. He is kind of mechanical in nature and is convinced that Ford can do it. He understands what electric motor torque can do (has worked with cold storage room refrigeration, 20-150 hp compressors) and is convinced that hybridization is the future of pick-up truck performance. This car has a way of making people think about new ways of doing stuff rather than accepting the tried and true. __________________ It has been said: Hybrid drivers come in 3 flavors, greenie, techie and cheapie. Pick any 2. 2005 Prius, Millenium Silver over gray, package 5 (AI)

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11-20-2005, 05:19 PM	#2
habel Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Oslo, Norway Posts: 230 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I have a 06 in order for January delivery. So far no one in my family has considered one as far as I know, but my collegue at work (yes we are only 2 people ) is really concidering one too. Guess after I receive mine, it won't be long before he orders one too...

11-20-2005, 05:25 PM	#3
htmlspinnr Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Surprise, AZ (Phoenix) Posts: 1,304 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: Pioneer #3 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 1	I've added a poll to boot. When I was writing this, I didn't think of friends as much as family, but I've had friends who strongly considered a Prius after talking to me, or riding/driving my car. I guess you could take it as friends or family. The basis of the question was to determine just how influencial real experience between you and those close to you had on others' next purchase. And to add to it, would that person have even considered one before seeing or talking to you about your car?

11-20-2005, 05:52 PM	#4
8AA Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Maryland Posts: 492 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	My parents have an '06 "on order" and hope to take delivery in January or February. I also have neighbors who are now considering a Prius or a Highlander Hybrid. In addition, my neighbor's father is thinking about getting a hybrid, after seeing mine. I'm not sure how influencial I was, or if it was more about explaining how the system works, how long the waranty is on the hybrid system, and dispelling all the popular myths.

11-20-2005, 08:14 PM	#5
TorontoSusan Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Ontario CANADA Posts: 44 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I'm the first hybrid in the family (mainly to balance the SUV we bought last year) but I think I might have an effect: hubby is now looking at the Lexus 400h .... hybrid SUV!!!

11-20-2005, 08:18 PM	#6
galaxee uphill battling Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: central NC/ western WI Posts: 8,829 My Car: 2005 Prius Package: #5 Nominated 5 Times in 3 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 20	my friends' parents decided to order a prius after we got ours... not sure if there's a direct correlation there. my mom is fascinated with my car but has her current car almost paid off and doesn't want another car payment for a while. tried talking my stepdad into a hihy or rx400, but he wants a jeep something-or-another. my dad pretty much needs a pickup. oh well. they can just envy our gas bills

11-20-2005, 08:44 PM	#7
hdrygas Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Olympia Wa Posts: 3,650 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	My kids both want a hybrid. One is a Environmental Studies major, the other a Graphic Designer now looking for a Grad degree in Political Communications, want a hybrid but they are both just starting out and can't afford one. The Nurse I work with got one!

11-20-2005, 09:46 PM	#8
newk Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Irvine Posts: 20 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	4 total Prii in out family; Me: '04 Tideland Mom: '04 Driftwood Daughter: '03 Blue Moon Pearl Brother in Law: '03 Silver Can't wait for the Lexus GS 450h!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

11-23-2005, 04:22 PM	#10
2Hybrids 100% Committed Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Eustis, Florida Posts: 567 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Wife and I have 2 Hybrids as seen in the avatar. Father in Law has a Lexus 400H... My parents won't let go of the Towncar.