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Can someone tell me if I'm getting a good deal?

Discussion in 'Dealers & Pricing' started by bdetdesign, Mar 8, 2015.

  1. bdetdesign

    bdetdesign New Member

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    Hello all,
    I'm in the market for a Prius, and found a local dealer selling a 2007 Prius with keyless start and backup cam. It's got 105,000 miles and has some minor body damage (scuffs and a couple of golf ball-sized dings).

    The price is $6000 and includes a 2-year warranty that covers everything including battery issues.

    Is this a good deal or should I keep looking?
     
    #1 bdetdesign, Mar 8, 2015
  2. LeakyPrius

    LeakyPrius Junior Member

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    Looks like a decent deal but be sure to get that warranty in writing and preferably have a lawyer look it over. Batteries often fail as time and mileage piles on and they're not cheap to fix/replace.

    Also for some peace of mind, jot down the VIN and look it up, Toyota's site has a dealer service record database and ask for other receipts/proof of service.
     
    #2 LeakyPrius, Mar 8, 2015
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  3. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    sounds decent, run a car fax report. is it a toyota dealer?
     
    #3 bisco, Mar 8, 2015
  4. littlehandegan

    littlehandegan Junior Member

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    Sounds like a good deal..

    1. Check carfax

    2.Ask what provider is issuing the warranty, read the fine print.

    3. Is it a major dealer or a rinky dink small place?
     
    #4 littlehandegan, Mar 8, 2015
  5. Paul Schenck

    Paul Schenck Active Member

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    7000+3000 is still a good deal for a car with 150,000 left in it.


    iPhone ?
     
    #5 Paul Schenck, Mar 9, 2015
  6. Yakoma

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    Make sure when they're talking about warrantying the battery, they're talking about the HV battery and not just the 12V.

    If it includes the HV battery, it sounds like a pretty good deal to me. I agree the other posters about getting the Carfax and service history, if possible. If it's a former rental, run away.
     
    #6 Yakoma, Mar 9, 2015
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