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2008 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Athena A, Apr 22, 2020.

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  1. Athena A

    Athena A New Member

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    Hi I have been offered a 2008 Prius with 180K/190K miles for a couple thousand dollars. I wanted to know whether if it would last me another 100K if it has been maintained well and has had regular service? What are the things I should look out for? Thank you.
     
    #1 Athena A, Apr 22, 2020
  2. nssdiver

    nssdiver Me digging' life

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    If it has no rust I will buy it sight unseen...


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    it will last forever if you keep fixing it. how much cash do you have for repairs?

    the big three are battery, brake actuator and a/c compressor
     
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  4. Stevewoods

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    Since no one wants to prod the elephant here, the major concern would be if the "Big" battery is getting ready to give it up -- meaning a repair/replace bill of about $3,300 or so, give or take.

    That age and that mile, that's the big thing to think about. If that doesn't scare you -- or if the battery has already been replaced, the Prius is one of the most reliable and trouble-free cars about lately.

    Go to the Toyota owners website -- the official one from Toyota and register yourself and the VIN of the car. It will give you a history of repairs done through Toyota dealers -- if any -- IIRC, sometimes it seems that repairs from elsewhere sometimes might it on that site, also.

    A car that old, lots can go, but again, the big concern is the traction battery.
     
    #4 Stevewoods, Apr 23, 2020
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