Dealership desperate for the prius?

[JimmyA]

First let me introduce myself - name is Jimmy and live in Central Florida. I am waiting for my 2008 #2 - yes, I am on a list. If I am lucky- might get it by August. Anyway- SheepDog- where are you seeing 20 Prii's on the lot ready for sale anywhere in CF. I work in Lake Mary and this is news to me. Please give me some leads if this is a reality. Glad to be a member after lurking for a while. Everyone here seems quite friendly and helpful.

[McShemp]

Originally Posted by Sheepdog

the dlr here has 20+ ready to go but I dont know at what price.

I gotta believe those cars must be priced way over MSRP. It's either go on a 6-month+ waiting list at MSRP or get one now for $5k more.

[JimmyA]

Absolutely McShemp - a lot of dealers here in Central Florida are charging premiums on their Prii/ even for those on waitlists. Fortunately, the dealer I am on the waitlist for is not so greedy. I am not seeing any Priis on any dealer lots- couldn't even get my hands on one to test drive. When they arrive on the lots- they are gone. If I had my hands on one, I would not even consider getting rid of it. All who have one are lucky and those of us waiting - well that's just it/ we are waiting.

[rsforkner]

Here's one....

2008

Cars For Sale: Car Details - AutoTrader.com

Ran across it yesterday...

Bob

[dwdean]

Originally Posted by stanleyjohn

I have to tell you that full price was tempting! I could then just go buy a 08 or 09!but this is my only car and i know there would be a long wait.

Boy'd you say it!

Neither love nor money could separate me from my Prius at this point (well, OK, maybe love, but that'd take a while.) I don't think I could deal with driving a "conventional" car and the wait for the new Prius would just be silly.

I really do feel for those who've been forced out of their Prius by accident, fire, flood, etc. and now find themselves having to wait in line to buy one at a premium. That really is the stuff of nightmares. Fortunately, these cars don't seem easy to steal, though the way our society is someone is going to give a good old college try sooner or later.

[orracle]

Originally Posted by Sheepdog

I reported it too. didnt see you had.

How can it be that a car with miles and one owner can bring so much money? If you do it you'd be able to get another here in Central FL if you'd like.
the dlr here has 20+ ready to go but I dont know at what price.

Who's the dealer? Maybe some of us would consider a road trip.

[freshmtt]

WOW,, this is kind of tempting especially if you could make some money off it. Although, I really need my car as well.

I never thought buying the Prius would end up being a money maker instead of just a money saver..

[priusmaybe]

I would be tempted also, only have 5000 ish miles on the new 2007 I traded for and about $17,000 in equity. I got more than a fair deal on mine in May 2007.

Could pay off some other bills, and be totally debt free in this kooky economy. There are other cars that get good milage, even though not as cool and efficient as the Prius.

I predict the mother ship will start cranking out the next model Prius in big numbers to take advantage of the market. Gas is not going to get cheap enough to matter.

[ski.dive]

sheepdog...
what is the name of the dealer you say has 20+ prius on the lot by your house?
are you B.S.?

[JimmyA]

Sheepdog ??? I too am still waiting to find out what dealer has 20 Priis on the lot for sale in Central Florida. What gives.