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Bought A Lemon Hybrid

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by boughtalemon, Aug 16, 2009.

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  1. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    It's just the thread title that causes trouble. It's a very inflammatory title. Had the OP said "Beware of this scam", "Taken by a shark", or "Bought a defective used Prius" there would be no issue. "Lemon" implies a car that is bad from the start, not one that has failed over time.

    Tom
     
    #61 qbee42, Aug 30, 2009
  2. boughtalemon

    boughtalemon New Member

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  3. a priori

    a priori Canonus Curiosus

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    I know you didn't intend to stir up such strong feelings, though you've acknowledged you intended to get attention with the title. You've said your piece and attempted to set things straight, but you'll still be paying a bit of a price for the selection for the title of the thread. At least you can't complain you haven't received attention!! Continue looking for the great positives that come from the interaction available on this site.

    FYI: You've just picked on a couple of the nicest and most helpful long-time PCers. Though I understand you are frustrated, I plead with you to develop a bit thicker skin for awhile. You'll find much more support than ridicule or attack on this site -- just hang in there!!
     
    #63 a priori, Aug 30, 2009
  4. boughtalemon

    boughtalemon New Member

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    Taking time to respond to redundant comments only adds frustration to an already frustrating situation. Title or not if my original OP ed is read then these comments wouldnt be necessary.
     
    #64 boughtalemon, Aug 30, 2009
  5. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    I'm in no way calling you a troll and I really don't want to continue this discussion. I was just answering your implied question.
    The last part of my previous post was for the benefit of others who might fall for the same trap. Lets all learn from this so at least something is gained. I am truely sorry for your losses in this.

    I wish you every success in finding the best solution to your problem.

    Thank you for the compliment.
    <My last entry in this thread>
     
    #66 patsparks, Aug 31, 2009
  7. boughtalemon

    boughtalemon New Member

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    Hi everyone,

    I would like to update you all on my car situation.
    After much research I decided to fix my car rather then sell it. I went to Luscious Garage, a Hybrid specilized garage in San Francisco, CA. They did a great job! Im so happy with my car now (Yay Prius!). I appreciate the advice that I received on this forum.

    I hope you all are well.


    Rose
     
    #67 boughtalemon, Sep 24, 2009
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    Thank goodness this drama is over!!
     
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    My first clue would have been what seller in their right mind would have:
    signed an agreement stating that if any problems arose in a one months time that he would be responsible for repairs.
    ????
     
    #69 jaywolf, Sep 24, 2009
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    What did they fix?

    Tom
     
    #70 qbee42, Sep 24, 2009
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    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Score another one for Luscious!
     
    #71 richard schumacher, Sep 24, 2009
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    . . . . and you're in Oakland for cry'n out loud where crime is king

    "... In a November 2008 Congressional Quarterly Press publication, the city of Oakland was rated 5th worst in a nationwide ranking of violent crime. The ranking counted six crime categories: murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary and motor vehicle theft. ..."

    Oakland, California - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
     
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    This tranaxle stuff is very uncommon as repairs on Prius. In fact the CAC (canadian automobile club) have stated that Prius where the most reliable cars any category and any generation ! I presume your P-1 had suffer bad treatements in the past.
     
    #74 Omni-TaG, Oct 3, 2009
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    Huh, sounds just like Winnipeg
     
    #75 jayman, Oct 4, 2009
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    Sorry about the dupe job.

    Just for info, Toyota service will do 'pre-purchase inspections' on cars for sale for about $150.

    This would be wise before buying a car out of powertrain warranty.
     
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    Interesting info to know, thanks cycledrum. Any ideas how thorough the inspection is ?
     
    #77 SageBrush, Oct 4, 2009
  18. a priori

    a priori Canonus Curiosus

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    Good info.

    Is this a Toyota corporate or Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) policy, or is it something certain dealerships offer?
     
    #78 a priori, Oct 4, 2009
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