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Another 1st time Prius owner

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by crebble, Mar 17, 2012.

  1. crebble

    crebble Member

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    Hello everyone,

    I succumbed to the high cost of premium fuel and traded my beloved Infiniti G37x for a new Prius C. I was spending about $375/ mo. on gas (ouch) on my 100 mile per day round-trip commute. So, after watching every YouTube review and lurking here for a few weeks, I purchased the C and brought her home last night. 45 mpg indicated average so far through some very varied terrain, including some large hills. The C had no trouble pulling up the hills, even some steep highway grades with cruise and Eco mode on. That was my last fear allayed.
     
    #1 crebble, Mar 17, 2012
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    great choice, congrats and :welcome:, all the best!
     
    #2 bisco, Mar 17, 2012
  3. HyperFX

    HyperFX NIMFY (not in my front yard)

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    Welcome to the hybrid revolution. What color did you get?
     
    #3 HyperFX, Mar 17, 2012
  4. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Sweet! But, didn't you take a test drive up those hills before buying?
     
    #4 richard schumacher, Mar 17, 2012
  5. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Welcome aboard and enjoy the ride! You won't miss the HP after a while. :)
     
    #5 spiderman, Mar 17, 2012
  6. ETC(SS)

    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    Greetings!
    and....Welcome Aboard!!

    :welcome:
     
    #6 ETC(SS), Mar 18, 2012
  7. smokiejoe

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    Welcome the the Club. Keep us informed on the MPG.
     
    #7 smokiejoe, Mar 18, 2012
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