FOR SALE

cfmx · 07-31-2007, 03:53 PM

We just purchased 07 Prius w/ Package 2. Blue w/ bisque interior July 2nd 07. Love the car but have to sell it. It has 800 miles on it. No accidents, non-smoker, and no pets in vehicle. It is in new condition other then miles. No scratches, dents, dings. We tented the windows w/ lifetime tent and added custome seat covers made for the prius. We are asking $23,000 and live in Palmetto, FL. Purchase price w/ deal admin fee was $25,000. click here to view car.
Send me a PM if interested or reply to post.

morpheusx · 07-31-2007, 06:52 PM

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We just purchased 07 Prius w/ Package 2. Blue w/ bisque interior July 2nd 07. Love the car but have to sell it. It has 800 miles on it. No accidents, non-smoker, and no pets in vehicle. It is in new condition other then miles. No scratches, dents, dings. We tented the windows w/ lifetime tent and added custome seat covers made for the prius. We are asking $23,000 and live in Palmetto, FL. Purchase price w/ deal admin fee was $25,000. click here to view car.
Send me a PM if interested or reply to post.
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Because I'm nosey, why do you need to get rid of it. I mostly ask because this is the second time this week I have seen an 07 prius for sale by an owner with less than 1000 miles on it.

cfmx · 07-31-2007, 08:44 PM

Not to sound like we are freaks but my husband and I don't feel safe putting our newborn and 2 year old in the backseat w/ the emf being so high. I know this is a huge topic that goes both ways.
My uncle who works for the National Cancer Institute in Washington said if it was his car he would not put his kids in it. That is good enough for us and now taking our loss on it.
We love the vehicle and are already getting avg 50 mpg before break in period.
I just know that if we where to keep it and one of my kids got sick from a possible side effect of emf I would feel horrible. Most likely we are just being over concern.
Anyone know how to keep the car running w/ out the battery & electric engine?? Let me know and we will keep the car.

Godiva · 07-31-2007, 08:58 PM

Please don't take this the wrong way, but I think your uncle is an alarmist that knows NOTHING about the Prius.

Your kids are more likely to get cancer from the tailpipe emissions of the SUV you are probably going to replace the Prius with.

I would suggest you read THIS THREAD in its entirety.

Then if you're not convinced, sell your Prius...and your cell phone, TV, microwave oven, TIVO, VCR, laptop/computer, etc. Get rid of that iPod (please, send it to me) and sorry, no iPhone for you! Stay away from that photocopier at work. You see where I'm going with this?

Uncle is full of it. I'd suggest he put another layer of tin foil on his beanie.

EMF in the workplace.

cfmx · 07-31-2007, 11:27 PM

Like I said we will take the loss. We are not looking into a SUV but another mid-size vehicle that is better on gas then what we traded in on the Prius.
Everyone is entitled to there option. I feel like there is not enough hard evidence either way on emf. Prius sold in Sweden are shielded why shouldn't ours?
I'm not concerned about emf w/ adults because it does affect us like kids. I don't place my kids in front of our microwave. I don't have a old tv that's not shielded (plus our tv is on maybe a total of 5 hours a week if that). Our kids don't use the cell phones.
We all know EMF dissipates very rapidly with distance. That is why this is not an issue w/ standard gas cars that have there battery upfront w/ the engine.
I'm not saying anything negative about the car. Like I said I love the car and hate to get rid of it. I just wish it was shielded more so we and others that have posted the same concerns don't have to worry.
BTW - not only did my uncle not recommend the kids ridding in it, but also our pediatrician. He said he has taught his kids to use a cell phone for emergency in order to REDUCE the risk of EMF. And since the Prius measured high where the car seats are he would say the same about the car.

**efusco** · 07-31-2007, 11:45 PM

Your pediatrician!!! Gimme a break. Pediatricians get ZERO training in EMF. My wife is a pediatrician, I'm and ER doctor, we have 3 kids and they've all been riding in the Prius almost daily for the last 4 years.

Have you looked at Godiva's link? What measurements have your uncle or pediatrican taken to determine the amount of EMF in the Prius and what amount are they concluding is a safe level of exposure?

Sell for whatever reason you wish, but the EMF excuse is just unfounded paranoia.

echase · 08-01-2007, 12:13 AM

Sorry the prius isn't going to work for you... have you considered sheilding the car seat, or the entire rear passenger area? A thin piece if steel (tin/aluminum/lead is not effective, it must be ferrous metal) sheetmetal is all it takes to block magenetic fields.

I share the OPs paranoia regarding EMF ... but I suggest further research.

The type of electricity, and if AC, it's frequency would have an effect on the type of field. Isn't the Prius running on DC? It is my understanding that DC does not have a buzz like AC, and thusly screws less with your nervious system. I could be wrong on this. Anyone?

Still, my one year old who is not allowed to watch ANY television sits in the center of the back seat, right over the battery.

I appreciate the posters concern for the health of his child, and I appreciate that he has weighed the mainstream sience against his gut. However... there are greater concerns. Check out your television, if it's a tube type TV, the cathode ray tube's electron gun is still aimed directly at the viewer, shielded or not, it's quite harmful... try upgrading to an LCD or Plasma for a more healthy alternative.

A larger concern for somomone concerned for the health of thier childern is this: organochlorides ... google it up... they are major bad news (science agrees on this) and they are EVERYWHERE. THey are generated by chlorine in tap water, in bleached paper products (diapers, anyone) and in massively high levels in swiming pools, and anywhere chlorine bleach has been used.

morpheusx · 08-01-2007, 12:32 AM

I agree with everyone else, what about everytime you walk in to a store and pass through the electronic frequency detector, or go in to almost every public building including most schools, restaurants, and recreation centers that are all wifi hot spots. I remember back in the 80's when I was a kid about hearing about how it was dangerous to be anywhere near a microwave while it was operating, in fact they used to put signs up in some stores and restaurants that said "microwave in use in this facility", 25 years later I have never ever heard of anyone actually having health side effects from the radiation.

I would be more concerned with the battery exploding from being overcharged and overheated then EMF and the fact is the Prius doesn't ever charge the battery to full capacity so the chances of that are probably about the same as your gas tank exploding in any everyday car. Which is far less then the fact that according to statistics over 50 % of americans will be involved in at least 1 severe car accident either as a driver or passenger in their lifetime.

I hope it works out for you though and some lucky new owner.

By the way it has also been proven that by breathing in fumes at the gas station while pumping your gas can be linked to causing brain cancer so make sure you hold your breath as you may need to pump a little more often.

**TonyPSchaefer** · 08-01-2007, 12:34 AM

People people people. . .

Clearly they do not want the car any longer. Why do you continue to waste your time?

If anyone is interested in a 2007, low-mileage Prius please contact cfmx.

Godiva · 08-01-2007, 12:38 AM

Now, given the concern over the health of their children I have to wonder why the original poster didn't consult Uncle and Kid Dr. before purchasing a Prius. It's not like no one knew about the batteries or the motor in the car.

I'm afraid the more I read the lower my esteem for the OP goes.

Didn't read my link. Didn't do any homework.

So I'm downgrading to either Troll or really.......let's be polite and say ......grossly uninformed and easily swayed by the totally uninformed and hysterical anti-hybrid crowd (which would include Uncle and Dr. Baby.)

cfmx:
You're entitled to your opinion. Go ahead and sell your car. But don't try to convince any of us here about the evils of EMF and how the Prius is all going to give us (or our kids) cancer. Because we know what we're talking about. You obviously don't. You have formed your opinion. But we are informed of the facts.

08-01-2007, 12:32 AM	#8
morpheusx Professor Chaos Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 1,222 My Car: 2007 Prius Package: #2 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 3	I agree with everyone else, what about everytime you walk in to a store and pass through the electronic frequency detector, or go in to almost every public building including most schools, restaurants, and recreation centers that are all wifi hot spots. I remember back in the 80's when I was a kid about hearing about how it was dangerous to be anywhere near a microwave while it was operating, in fact they used to put signs up in some stores and restaurants that said "microwave in use in this facility", 25 years later I have never ever heard of anyone actually having health side effects from the radiation. I would be more concerned with the battery exploding from being overcharged and overheated then EMF and the fact is the Prius doesn't ever charge the battery to full capacity so the chances of that are probably about the same as your gas tank exploding in any everyday car. Which is far less then the fact that according to statistics over 50 % of americans will be involved in at least 1 severe car accident either as a driver or passenger in their lifetime. I hope it works out for you though and some lucky new owner. By the way it has also been proven that by breathing in fumes at the gas station while pumping your gas can be linked to causing brain cancer so make sure you hold your breath as you may need to pump a little more often. __________________

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07-31-2007, 03:53 PM	#1
cfmx Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	We just purchased 07 Prius w/ Package 2. Blue w/ bisque interior July 2nd 07. Love the car but have to sell it. It has 800 miles on it. No accidents, non-smoker, and no pets in vehicle. It is in new condition other then miles. No scratches, dents, dings. We tented the windows w/ lifetime tent and added custome seat covers made for the prius. We are asking $23,000 and live in Palmetto, FL. Purchase price w/ deal admin fee was $25,000. click here to view car. Send me a PM if interested or reply to post.

07-31-2007, 08:44 PM	#3
cfmx Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Not to sound like we are freaks but my husband and I don't feel safe putting our newborn and 2 year old in the backseat w/ the emf being so high. I know this is a huge topic that goes both ways. My uncle who works for the National Cancer Institute in Washington said if it was his car he would not put his kids in it. That is good enough for us and now taking our loss on it. We love the vehicle and are already getting avg 50 mpg before break in period. I just know that if we where to keep it and one of my kids got sick from a possible side effect of emf I would feel horrible. Most likely we are just being over concern. Anyone know how to keep the car running w/ out the battery & electric engine?? Let me know and we will keep the car.

07-31-2007, 11:27 PM	#5
cfmx Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Like I said we will take the loss. We are not looking into a SUV but another mid-size vehicle that is better on gas then what we traded in on the Prius. Everyone is entitled to there option. I feel like there is not enough hard evidence either way on emf. Prius sold in Sweden are shielded why shouldn't ours? I'm not concerned about emf w/ adults because it does affect us like kids. I don't place my kids in front of our microwave. I don't have a old tv that's not shielded (plus our tv is on maybe a total of 5 hours a week if that). Our kids don't use the cell phones. We all know EMF dissipates very rapidly with distance. That is why this is not an issue w/ standard gas cars that have there battery upfront w/ the engine. I'm not saying anything negative about the car. Like I said I love the car and hate to get rid of it. I just wish it was shielded more so we and others that have posted the same concerns don't have to worry. BTW - not only did my uncle not recommend the kids ridding in it, but also our pediatrician. He said he has taught his kids to use a cell phone for emergency in order to REDUCE the risk of EMF. And since the Prius measured high where the car seats are he would say the same about the car.

07-31-2007, 11:45 PM	#6
efusco Troll Slayer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Nixa, MO Posts: 14,229 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 1 Time in 1 Post TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 24	Your pediatrician!!! Gimme a break. Pediatricians get ZERO training in EMF. My wife is a pediatrician, I'm and ER doctor, we have 3 kids and they've all been riding in the Prius almost daily for the last 4 years. Have you looked at Godiva's link? What measurements have your uncle or pediatrican taken to determine the amount of EMF in the Prius and what amount are they concluding is a safe level of exposure? Sell for whatever reason you wish, but the EMF excuse is just unfounded paranoia.

08-01-2007, 12:13 AM	#7
echase Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 203 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 2	Sorry the prius isn't going to work for you... have you considered sheilding the car seat, or the entire rear passenger area? A thin piece if steel (tin/aluminum/lead is not effective, it must be ferrous metal) sheetmetal is all it takes to block magenetic fields. I share the OPs paranoia regarding EMF ... but I suggest further research. The type of electricity, and if AC, it's frequency would have an effect on the type of field. Isn't the Prius running on DC? It is my understanding that DC does not have a buzz like AC, and thusly screws less with your nervious system. I could be wrong on this. Anyone? Still, my one year old who is not allowed to watch ANY television sits in the center of the back seat, right over the battery. I appreciate the posters concern for the health of his child, and I appreciate that he has weighed the mainstream sience against his gut. However... there are greater concerns. Check out your television, if it's a tube type TV, the cathode ray tube's electron gun is still aimed directly at the viewer, shielded or not, it's quite harmful... try upgrading to an LCD or Plasma for a more healthy alternative. A larger concern for somomone concerned for the health of thier childern is this: organochlorides ... google it up... they are major bad news (science agrees on this) and they are EVERYWHERE. THey are generated by chlorine in tap water, in bleached paper products (diapers, anyone) and in massively high levels in swiming pools, and anywhere chlorine bleach has been used.

08-01-2007, 12:34 AM	#9
TonyPSchaefer Ruler of Omicron Persei 8 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Far-North Chicagoland Posts: 8,418 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 4 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 16	People people people. . . Clearly they do not want the car any longer. Why do you continue to waste your time? If anyone is interested in a 2007, low-mileage Prius please contact cfmx.

08-01-2007, 12:38 AM	#10
Godiva AmeriKan Citizen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 10,010 My Car: 2005 Prius Package: #1 Nominated 3 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 6	Now, given the concern over the health of their children I have to wonder why the original poster didn't consult Uncle and Kid Dr. before purchasing a Prius. It's not like no one knew about the batteries or the motor in the car. I'm afraid the more I read the lower my esteem for the OP goes. Didn't read my link. Didn't do any homework. So I'm downgrading to either Troll or really.......let's be polite and say ......grossly uninformed and easily swayed by the totally uninformed and hysterical anti-hybrid crowd (which would include Uncle and Dr. Baby.) cfmx: You're entitled to your opinion. Go ahead and sell your car. But don't try to convince any of us here about the evils of EMF and how the Prius is all going to give us (or our kids) cancer. Because we know what we're talking about. You obviously don't. You have formed your opinion. But we are informed of the facts.