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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by jdemar85, Jun 5, 2015.

  1. jdemar85

    jdemar85 Junior Member

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    Just picked up a 2015 Prius five. For the 1st week, I have been averaging 44 mpg on my short commute (~25 miles per day). A lot more comfortable and better one gas compared to my 2003 Mustang.

    Had the windows tinted, roof wrapped gloss black, and added bumper plugs to fill the ugly dealership drilled license plate holes. Plan on having them install the LED door sills when they fix a scratch on the front bumper next week.

    Here's a couple pics...
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    #1 jdemar85, Jun 5, 2015
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  2. Burna J

    Burna J Knot Right Performance....

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    Welcome....
    Some people find them hard to keep stock. (y)
     
    #2 Burna J, Jun 6, 2015
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  3. apt5020

    apt5020 Senior Member

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    How much did it cost you to wrap the roof? Just wondering. I look real nice and welcome to Priuschat my friend.
     
    #3 apt5020, Jun 6, 2015
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  4. jdemar85

    jdemar85 Junior Member

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    Thanks guys,

    $200 for the roof.

    And yes, I am finding it very difficult to keep the car stock. I keep talking myself out of the TRD springs and sway bar. But, they may be on there by the end of this year...
     
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  5. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    gorgeous! congrats(y)
     
    #5 bisco, Jun 6, 2015
  6. apt5020

    apt5020 Senior Member

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    Before you do any mod. Buy an alarm. I got an aftermarket alarm with engine start and installed for $400. Just to protect your investment.
     
    #6 apt5020, Jun 6, 2015
  7. DoubleDAZ

    DoubleDAZ Senior Member

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    I love the wrap. I actually wanted a solar roof just for the black look. I may have to look into that, though I'm not sure where here in Phoenix.
     
    #7 DoubleDAZ, Jun 6, 2015
  8. jdemar85

    jdemar85 Junior Member

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    Do a yelp search for vinyl car wraps. There are two in my city that get a lot of work. Look into them before you spend the money. Some do crappy work. This was a "small" job for the place I went. They had 3 cars in there getting full wraps.
     
    #8 jdemar85, Jun 6, 2015
  9. DoubleDAZ

    DoubleDAZ Senior Member

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    Thanks, I just did and found Apex Customs. I may take a ride over there to see what they have to offer and get some ideas. They do PlastiDip too, so I can check on prices to have the black alloy wheels dipped white.
     
    #9 DoubleDAZ, Jun 6, 2015
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    Starbrand Senior Member

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    gas money saved = money for mods :D
     
    #10 Starbrand, Jun 7, 2015
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