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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Zephyr, Aug 8, 2004.

  1. Zephyr

    Zephyr New Member

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    Hi all,

    Just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I pick up my Salsa Red / Tan #9 Prius in two weeks from the dealer. As a technohaulic, I am like a kid in a candy store reading about all the goodies in this car.

    Just a word of encouragement to anyone on a long waiting list: I decided I wanted the car last week and only spent a few days perusing the various web sites before I found one with the color and options I wanted. I do have to do a little travel to pick it up, but my wife and I are looking forward to a nice long weekend drive home with the new toy. So from decision to delivery was a total of 3 weeks. There are cars out there if you are willing to do a little hunting.

    One big question is what to look and test for before leaving the dealership that I will most likely never visit again? I have read the FAQ articles and read the dealer prep checklist. Is there any additional advice before hitting the road for the long trip home?

    Thanks,

    Mike V. <><
     
    #1 Zephyr, Aug 8, 2004
  2. LeVautRien

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    Not meaning to pry, but did you have to pay over MSRP for getting it so quickly?
     
    #2 LeVautRien, Aug 8, 2004
  3. Zephyr

    Zephyr New Member

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    Yes, I spent about $900 over MSRP but I needed the car now and it was that or passing on the Prius altogether. Given that the price of the car would have been $300 more by the time I got one (2005 model most likely) I consider the gouge to be only around $600. That I was willing to pay to not have a 6-9 month wait.

    So I happily join the ranks and am counting the days to delivery (work prevents me from picking it up sooner).

    Cheers,

    Mike
     
    #3 Zephyr, Aug 9, 2004
  4. LeVautRien

    LeVautRien Member

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    Thanks. I'd personally pay a 900 markup too for a quicker delivery, so I understand.
     
    #4 LeVautRien, Aug 9, 2004
  5. Danny

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    Don't forget to check out the Long Island Local Club forum!
     
    #5 Danny, Aug 10, 2004
  6. ebiancarelli

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    I just took possesion of my #7 from a dealer about 2hrs away from Denver. They were a small place and as far as I could tell were very honest. The car looked and drove great, so I had no reservations. If something should need to be repaired, I'll just take it to my local Toyota dealership.

    What are you concerned about specifically?

    Ernie
     
    #6 ebiancarelli, Aug 10, 2004
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    Ernie,

    Where abouts in CO? How long did you have to wait? etc.

    Chris
     
    #7 cnetter, Aug 10, 2004
  8. Zephyr

    Zephyr New Member

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    Danny,

    Do you have a link to the LI Club forum?

    Thanks,

    Mike V. <><
     
    #8 Zephyr, Aug 10, 2004
  9. Zephyr

    Zephyr New Member

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    n/m I found it!
     
    #9 Zephyr, Aug 10, 2004
  10. GeoffM

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    Any more close to LI?

    I'm on the Island as well, and just placed an order with a dealer in PA who says I should have mine "in about 3 months." Do you know if the dealer you bought from has any more available?

    Thanks,

    Geoff
     
    #10 GeoffM, Aug 10, 2004
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