Just bought a 2007 Prius. Hi!

Hi! My name is Rome. My wife and I just bought a 2007 Prius. I have a 90 minute commute round trip to work every day, so we needed something that got excellent gas mileage. We will see how it goes.

I have been reading a bunch online about "pulse and glide" and differing opinions on how to maximize MPGs. The game of it all is what appealed to me as I'm a part time nerd and a big videogame player. I used to get 25 city/32 hiway in my old inline-4 hatchback. I hope to get close to doubling that with this car. I'm sure it will take a lot of learning and trial-and error.

I bought the car used from a local dealer, a 2007 with 98k miles. Price seemed fair and it was in good condition inside and great condition outside. I know what I'm looking for with normal cars, but I felt very stupid trying to look under the hood and at the underside of the Prius to inspect it before buying. I feel like I took a big chance on this car that it is functioning correctly, particularly with the expense and importance of the electrical systems in the car.

I am looking forward to "meeting" you all and getting the most of this car.

Things I will be looking into right away on this forum:
1.) Collectively agreed upon methods for maximizing MPGs
2.) Tips on tires, particularly for winter driving in the snow where I live

 

Well, here she is!

 

No. I got this 2007 with 98k miles for $9400 after taxes and fees, which means the dealer price was about $8500.

$1000 less, but for 70k miles more? No thanks. I would pass.