1. Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs.

JUST BOUGHT USED,, WHAT TO CHECK?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Baldbubba, Apr 10, 2013.

  1. Baldbubba

    Baldbubba Member

    Joined:
    Feb 18, 2013
    142
    25
    0
    Location:
    in PRIUS down by the river
    Vehicle:
    2008 Prius
    Model:
    II
    I have purchased a used 2008, checked TOYOTA registration ,, not much info on it as far as history,, so car runs great and I want to keep it that way.... What do i check, have changed (oil, fluids, battery). or at least check so i am up to speed an everything keeps working as it is now,,, tires seem good, but am headed to discount tire to checked,, any recomendations as far as replacement tires would be appreciated. With 78k on it i am sure this is at least 2nd set of tires,,, but want to stay on top of all this..
    really looking to find another fob to so i have the 2nd one,, but refuse to pay the STEALER (dealer) the outrageous prices for 2nd fob.
     
    #1 Baldbubba, Apr 10, 2013
  2. skwcrj

    skwcrj Member

    Joined:
    Nov 25, 2011
    278
    68
    5
    Location:
    Gig Harbor, WA
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius v wagon
    Model:
    Two
    I'm kind of surprised no one has given you an answer. I would take it to a reputable dealer and have them go over the car. You may or may not need a 12V battery. A lot of times, this can be a source of declining mpg. If you haven't already, repost the question on the Gen II forum. As far as tires, there are stickys above each forums with some excellent discussions on the subject.
     
    #2 skwcrj, Apr 12, 2013
  3. SteveLee

    SteveLee Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 15, 2012
    645
    180
    0
    Location:
    North Carolina
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    I
    #3 SteveLee, Apr 12, 2013
    MillennialWay likes this.
  4. Baldbubba

    Baldbubba Member

    Joined:
    Feb 18, 2013
    142
    25
    0
    Location:
    in PRIUS down by the river
    Vehicle:
    2008 Prius
    Model:
    II
    thanks for your response,,, the words "reputable dealer" are difficult to swallow. You are very lucky if you have found that. But thanks for your help. I may just purchase a new 12v battery so I know I am starting out on solid ground.
     
    #4 Baldbubba, Apr 12, 2013
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)