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Buying a Used Prius in 3 HRS! - What do I need to know?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by macmaster05, Sep 28, 2009.

  1. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    In about 3 Hours (!!!) I will be buying going back to the Toyota Certified PreOwned Dealership to buy a Used 2009 Prius Touring. I've test driven it before and believe there is nothing wrong with it. It's prior owner was the dealership; it was used as a track car and has about 10,000 miles. However, before I go there, I want to know;

    1. What, specifically, should I check for on the car?
    2. Will someone at the dealership show me how to use all the features (NAV, Bluetooth, Garage Link)?
    3. What other things should I ask to see?

    Thank you! I'm so excited....
     
    #1 macmaster05, Sep 28, 2009
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    1. If you can get a mechanic to check it out.
    Get a CarFax report.
    Look at the reflections on the doors and body panels. Ripples will tell you that they have been dented and repaired.

    2. They should. Dealers vary considerably on how much they know and how much they will tell you. Some will tell you wrong stuff. You can test him/or her by asking what "B" on the shifter means, and when to use it (Braking mode, to be used only onl lond downhills to avoid overcharging the traction battery).

    Make sure they have the owner's manual. Plan to read it twice. It is long.

    3. Look in the storage areas under the hatch to see if the tire changing tools are there.
     
    #2 Doc Willie, Sep 28, 2009
  3. a_gray_prius

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    1. Don't be excited. A calm car purchase is a smooth car purchase. Being excited often leads to overlooking important details.
     
    #3 a_gray_prius, Sep 28, 2009
  4. jpadc

    jpadc Type before I think too often

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    Make sure its really a touring model... Another PC member recently said he was deceived about that...
     
    #4 jpadc, Sep 28, 2009
  5. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    How do I make sure it is a touring for sure. It has the bigger looking wheels (7 spoke) and the bigger spoiler. I can't tell the suspension though, or can I?
     
    #5 macmaster05, Sep 28, 2009
  6. paprius4030

    paprius4030 My first Prius

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    Make sure you get 2 sets of Keys. See if the original window sticker is in the glove compartment and make sure you get all the options listed, ie. floor mats ect.
     
    #6 paprius4030, Sep 28, 2009
  7. Frayadjacent

    Frayadjacent Resident Conservative

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    Don't get too excited. If anything looks fishy, put on the brakes and sort it out. If you can't sort it out, walk away. You can find another one.
     
    #7 Frayadjacent, Sep 28, 2009
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    jpadc Type before I think too often

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  9. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    Thanks everyone! I DO have the car and have only driven it home. But I love it. I programmed my HomeLink, radio stations, and bluetooth phone, so far. Still have to learn the navigation system.
     
    #9 macmaster05, Sep 29, 2009
  10. tredstone

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    Awesome! What mods do you have planned?
     
    #10 tredstone, Sep 29, 2009
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    Geeez... let him drive it for a few days....
     
    #11 Sandy, Sep 29, 2009
  12. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    Oh did I.
     
    #12 macmaster05, Feb 16, 2011
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    what are you doing?
     
    #13 bisco, Feb 16, 2011
  14. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    Nothing anymore. I'm retired. I've completed every mod I ever wanted to do...except rims. Rims are dependent on tires, and I don't need new tires yet.
     
    #14 macmaster05, Feb 17, 2011
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