Funny noises coming from new (used) 2007 Prius

Hey all,

I've been lurking on these forums for a couple weeks and, because of everyone's apparent enthusiasm for the Prius, I decided to buy one. My car has a totally flawless car fax report and has 80,000 miles on it. I didn't find anything when I searched the forums about this, but I've been having some concerns about some noises that are coming from under the hood. The first noise occurs when I get up to speed, usually around 55-65 mph. The noise sounds like a quiet propeller plane under the hood. I don't have any idea what this is, but intuition tells me that it could possibly be something with the CVT. The second noise is a repetitive clicking (almost sounds like a gas range trying to start) that sounds like its coming from somewhere right behind the steering wheel. The final noise is simply some electric sounding noise coming from under the hood after I shut off the car. Anyone know what these could be? These may be normal sounds, but because this is my first Prius, I'm not sure. I'm taking it to the dealer tomorrow to get it checked out, but any thoughts that you all have could help ease my nerves about possible big problems that I might be looking at.

Thanks in advance!

 

Oh, quick addition. The first noise is coming from the front left side of the engine bay, behind the steering wheel.

 

Awesome. Thank you so much for the virtual diagnoses! I really appreciate it. I'll let you know what the dealer says. It's still under warranty, so whatever it is should be covered.

 

Hey guys,

Just wanted to let you know that the noise was, in fact the bearing and they replaced it under warranty. Thanks again for your help!