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2005 Prius—Anticipated Maintenance Costs?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Maria marinos, May 26, 2018.

  1. Maria marinos

    Maria marinos Junior Member

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    i love my 2005 Prius. I’m the original owner, 188,000 miles, with no major maintenance issues until recently. The hybrid battery died two mos ago, so replaced it with a new one at a cost of $2800. My car is like an old friend and it looks great. I don’t want to sell it, but I’m concerned about increasing maintenance costs.

    Any advice about when to sell it?
     
    #1 Maria marinos, May 26, 2018
  2. JC91006

    JC91006 Senior Member

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    You just got a new battery, I wouldn't think of selling it unless another major repair comes up. You'll most likely be dealing with small stuff like inverter pump failure. $500 here and there repairs.

    I'd say if the repair reaches near $3000 again, then it's time to sell
     
    #2 JC91006, May 26, 2018
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  3. Aaron Vitolins

    Aaron Vitolins Senior Member

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    Honestly, with a new battery, you should be good to go for a long time without any more major repairs. Now thats not to say any thing else will come up.. But I'd just make sure to check oil, change both coolants, make sure both cabin and engine air filters are good. These older Prii are tanks!
     
    #3 Aaron Vitolins, May 27, 2018
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  4. Aaron Vitolins

    Aaron Vitolins Senior Member

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    You might also want to look into changing the transaxle fluid. Its easy to change and only takes 4 qts of Toyota WS transmission fuild.
     
    #4 Aaron Vitolins, May 27, 2018
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