Package 5 vs. Package 3 - worth it?

[rookie]

I REALLY want a package 4 but its impossible to find in Texas anyway it seems...

I am ordering the Salsa (most likely) Prius on Monday.

I can't make up my mind between package 3 and 5.

Package 5 gives me homelink and autodimming mirror - which i think is not a big deal for me as I plan to tint the Prius anyway, darkest allowed by law.

It gives me the JBL system, but I am reading that JBL in the Prius is not all that great.

Hmmm... questions, questions... the price difference is $1100. ANy tips for a newbie?

[Dave]

What does the package 3 have? I have a 2004 with side air bags, VSC, and HID headlights, and I love it. I did get the homelink autodimming mirror installed, and that's nice too, although definitely extravagant.

[rookie]

What you are describing is Package #4, exactly what I really want, but I called 4 dealerships and they ALL say that they do not make them anymore / they can't get it even if I am ready to wait??

Package #3 Includes Smart Key System,
-Package #3 Includes: Smart Key System
-Driver/Passenger Side And Curtain Airbags

Package #5 Includes Smart Key System,
-Package #5 Includes: Smart Key System
-Ec Mirror W/Homelink
-Driver/Passenger Side And Curtain Airbags
-Security Alarm
-Jbl Am/Fm/Cass/6 Disc Changer W/9 Speakers

Package #6 which has all of the above + NAV etc is out of the range I am willing to pay.

[Ray Moore]

I have the package 9(now called 6). My wife is getting the package 5. The mirror and homelink are great and I have the best tint money can buy. I find the JBL to be adequate but not fantastic. She does as well. If you really value a kickass stereo in your car, you will be disappointed. If you just want a nice stereo for the commute then the integration is great and the sound is OK. All the controls on the steering wheel is something I wouldn't want to give up. The security system is a big plus as well.

[Tideland Prius]

Note the mirror w/Homelink can be added later and the same goes for the CD Changer. (And Danman has a tip on the security alarm) so unless you really want those 9 speakers, go with 3. However, may I also suggest dealerships in nearby cities or just across the state line. You may find a #4 there.

[Ray Moore]

Just across the state line means 500 miles for us.

[Tideland Prius]

ohh.. ops: Sorry, I just heard lotsa stories about people crossing states to get it so I thought I'd throw that suggestion out

[spknicks]

remember, you can order any package you like if you are willing to wait, Toyota will build certain packages during certain times. In my region (mid-atlantic) 2,4,and 6's are getting built. I can take an order on another pkg. (1,3,4,5) the wait is about 3 months, but you will get what you want.
we are an MSRP dealer on in stock or order (same with the Hybrid Highlander due out any day).

cheerio

Steve Knickerbocker
Conicelli Toyota
Springfield,Pa,
610 690 6000 ext 5010

[DanP]

I REALLY want a package 4 but its impossible to find in Texas anyway it seems...

I am ordering the Salsa (most likely) Prius on Monday.

I can't make up my mind between package 3 and 5.

Package 5 gives me homelink and autodimming mirror - which i think is not a big deal for me as I plan to tint the Prius anyway, darkest allowed by law.

It gives me the JBL system, but I am reading that JBL in the Prius is not all that great.

Hmmm... questions, questions... the price difference is $1100. ANy tips for a newbie?

I don't think it's worth it. I wanted a package 3 back in 2004, but after waiting 8 months with no end to the wait in sight, I snapped up a 2005 package 6 just because it was available. In retrospect I'm glad I got the pkg 6 because I really like the Nav system, but I would hardly miss Homelink, the autodimming mirror, or the JBL stereo.

[Sufferin' Prius Envy]

Just across the state line means 500 miles for us.

And the problem is?

Remember, you would be driving a Prius!

Sounds like 500 miles of fun to me. :wink: