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    My 2001 just died

    I believe that the battery pack, wedged in behind the backseat like they are, was the reason the truck did not flatten me like a pancake. Very...
    Post by: fthorn, Nov 30, 2020 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    Sorry, I don't think I ever replied with photos. Not sure how to embed photos here. So I uploaded them. Hopefully that works for others. Since the...
    Post by: fthorn, Nov 29, 2020 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    Seats are funny things. I have many thoughts on them. I need to articulate those one day.
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    The Lexus is great. I just find myself missing my old car. (and fuel economy..hehe)
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    I have found your statement to be true. I do think, though, that if given the opportunity to own a Prius C, those would fall into similar favor...
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    2001 Prius Main Traction Battery Failure/Replacement

    Now that I no longer own the Prius, I feel that I can offer more info. The dealership I took it to, the regional Toyota service rep must have had...
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Dianne's SoCal Prius Deals for March and April 2013 - liftbacks and v wagons and PHEVS!

    Did I miss Prius C listings? Do or can you recommend dealers in/around Indianapolis? Not sure if you ever hear good or bad things on any? I would...
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Dealers & Pricing
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    My 2001 just died

    Someone at work is parking a silver Gen I now. I see it every day. I miss mine. I am searching for Prius deals. sigh...
    Post by: fthorn, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    I'll give her one Mulligan. :)
    Post by: fthorn, Oct 13, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    2000
    Post by: fthorn, Oct 12, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    I'll still try to eek out as much FE as I can! :)
    Post by: fthorn, Oct 12, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    My wife felt that I might have used up my available 'good will' or blessings or luck in not being more severely injured or killed in this accident...
    Post by: fthorn, Oct 12, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    I think my time here is officially done. I pick up my replacement car. It's not a Prius. Fare thee well oh Prius comrades!
    Post by: fthorn, Oct 12, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    Sorry, it was not daylight out when I was near the car. And I have an old, old simple phone. Good point about the traction battery to be sold. I...
    Post by: fthorn, Sep 5, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    My 2001 just died

    Semi truck smashed into my backside on highway 2 hours ago. My 2001 Prius is officially dead. 153,000 miles; averaged 50 MPG over its lifetime. At...
    Post by: fthorn, Sep 5, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion