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Advice on buying 2010 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by parbarry, Oct 24, 2010.

  1. parbarry

    parbarry New Member

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    Hello:
    I put down a deposit on a 2010 Prius II that has only 7400 miles on it. It was a local corporate car and purchased in December of 2009. I'm am buying it from a reputable local dealer, but it is not Toyota Certified. The Car Fax record is clean.

    Would you suggest I have a mechanic check it out before I pick it up? Or, would it be a safe purchase because it is still under warranty?
    Thank you!
     
    #1 parbarry, Oct 24, 2010
  2. Paul58

    Paul58 Mileage Miser

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    What does your gut tell you to do? If it's screaming to have it checked, then do it! BTW, is there really such a thing as a reputable used car dealer?
     
    #2 Paul58, Oct 24, 2010
  3. Teakwood

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    :thumb:
     
    #3 Teakwood, Oct 24, 2010
  4. Blackwlf

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    I agree with going with your gut. Also go with your nose. Does the car dealer smell like too much deodorant? Often times that is done to cover up someone sweating while lying.
     
    #4 Blackwlf, Oct 31, 2010
  5. JimN

    JimN Let the games begin!

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    #5 JimN, Oct 31, 2010
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