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Smitten by my Prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by billarb, Jan 29, 2008.

  1. billarb

    billarb New Member

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    I'm a pretty cynical (Brooklyn, NY-born) curmudgeon and it takes a lot to make me feel giddy. I got my new Prius over a month ago and would have though that I'd have gotten past the "new car joy" by now. Not so!

    This past weekend, my wife was sick and I stayed with her to take care of her until she felt better. I must confess, however, that I found myself thinking (more than once) of excuses to brave the cold and drive to the store for "necessities."

    I just love driving this car and at my age (61 yrs), I am amazed that I get so jazzed up about taking it for a spin. People are tired of hearing my talk about it, my milage, the gadgets, etc. It really is fun to drive...and the car I gave up was a 2006, red Dodge Charger! I'd rather drive my Prius any day over the Charger!

    I sure hope my wife doesn't begin getting jealous of my latest love-interest. If she does, I'll have to go out and buy her one.
     
    #1 billarb, Jan 29, 2008
  2. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    lol.

    Congrats on your new car!!
     
    #2 Tideland Prius, Jan 29, 2008
  3. TeamWenz

    TeamWenz New Member

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    enjoy the ride and have fun
     
    #3 TeamWenz, Jan 29, 2008
  4. ksstathead

    ksstathead Active Member

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    Here in conservative KS, you can't cancel your infidelity by finding a new love for your spouse...

    Glad to hear you like the car, hope to have mine soon.
     
    #4 ksstathead, Jan 29, 2008
  5. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    So good it feels like a sin.
    Congrats on the new wheels and good luck with the wife.
    Let us know which trim level you get her.
     
    #5 patsparks, Jan 29, 2008
  6. JimN

    JimN Let the games begin!

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    Show her how much you care by turning over your beloved Prius to her then buy yourself the new one.

    We owners can be an insufferable lot. It seems to come with the territory. Enjoy the car & welcome.
     
    #6 JimN, Jan 29, 2008
  7. hobbit

    hobbit Senior Member

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    I thought from the title it was going to be a story of leaving
    it in D on a slightly uphill driveway, getting out to open the
    garage door, and having the front bumper hit you in the knees!
    Glad it's just an emotional impact...
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    _H*
     
    #7 hobbit, Jan 29, 2008
  8. N3FOL

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    Congrats on the new ride. Oh yes, it is never too late to love again. :rolleyes:
     
    #8 N3FOL, Jan 30, 2008
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