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Is it a bad idea to buy a new 2012?

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by FriarNurgle, Apr 18, 2013.

  1. FriarNurgle

    FriarNurgle Member

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    After researching it seems that the hv battery could develop issues due to inactivity/non use. Given this information would buying a new 2012 from the dealer be a bad idea even if the price is a little cheaper than a 2013?
     
    #1 FriarNurgle, Apr 18, 2013
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    Certainly no problem. There is an 8 year hybrid warranty in any case, 2012 or 2013.
     
    #2 1911Tex, Apr 18, 2013
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    No - you want the price to be much cheaper than a 2013. Somewhere in the 1,000 to $2,000 range.
     
    #3 xpcman, Apr 18, 2013
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    Check out someplace like KBB.com (Kelly Blue Book) and put in something like 5K miles on a 2012 and the same 5K on a 2013 - I would say that if the cost spread being offered by the dealer wasn't equal or greater, then pass on the deal.
     
    #4 Lee Bridges, Apr 18, 2013
  5. mikefocke

    mikefocke Prius v Three 2012, Avalon 2011

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    Nothing wrong or significantly different between the '12 and the '13. Use the perceived age of the car and its worth in the used car market to negotiate the price down, then keep the car for 10 years until the value depends on condition and not so much on age.
     
    #5 mikefocke, Apr 19, 2013
  6. ETC(SS)

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

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    How old is the '12?
    If it was manufactured late in the year, it might not be as old as you think it is.

    Also...as noted above the hybrid components are covered by a longer warranty - especially if you live in a CARB state.

    No worries.
     
    #6 ETC(SS), Apr 19, 2013
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