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DAMNIT - I just CAN'T do it..... :angry:

Discussion in 'Fred's House of Pancakes' started by Mystery Squid, Apr 19, 2006.

  1. Mystery Squid

    Mystery Squid Junior Member

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    Again, I've had the opportunity. This time, I was enamored by the convertible Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, or a blinged out Accord Coupe. Damnit, it's like I almost can't justify any other car or truck but the damn Prius. :angry: :angry: It's one of those dimesions of owning a Prius that sort of creeps up on you when you start thinking about something else. Sort of like an indirect marketing ploy.

    :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry:


    edit: heh, I just glanced through the trade-for-Camry-hybrid thread... Couple of people in the same boat it seems.... lol

    must be getting old...
     
    #1 Mystery Squid, Apr 19, 2006
  2. TonyPSchaefer

    TonyPSchaefer Your Friendly Moderator
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    Funny. When I had the realization I considered it my passage into maturity and responsibility.
     
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    galaxee mostly benevolent

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    screw diamonds, the prius is forever.
     
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    You know, the only semblance of that problem I have is that I am really interested in the upcoming generation of Prius =)
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(geologyrox @ Apr 19 2006, 06:06 PM) [snapback]242309[/snapback]</div>
    Im waiting for the Tacoma Hybrid with full leather.
     
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    My wifes not happy as she just told me her Prius is only averaging 47 mpg in the city /hwy... Hmmmm, I wonder if its be cause I put 195.60.R15s on it???? She had me look at other vehicles last night.. closest milage was the *corolla* <gag>

    I told her shes stuck with the prius until 08, lol
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(SirGreen @ Apr 19 2006, 03:15 PM) [snapback]242313[/snapback]</div>
    Be still my heart.....but it isn't going to get 45+ mpg......

    Plus the dog is like 10 years old and can't jump that high anymore. Nope, got to stick with the Prius!
     
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  8. hyo silver

    hyo silver Awaaaaay

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TonyPSchaefer @ Apr 19 2006, 04:25 PM) [snapback]242288[/snapback]</div>
    Apparently not all of us age so gracefully, present company included. :)

    Between the two, I'd definitely go for the Spyder.

    Between the three, it's the Prius. Welcome to maturity, Squid!


    Psst: Hey, you're keeping the bike(s), right? :D
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Salsawonder @ Apr 19 2006, 04:33 PM) [snapback]242328[/snapback]</div>
    Yeah...it's the only thing holding me back--the mpg.
     
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  10. Mystery Squid

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(hyo silver @ Apr 19 2006, 06:47 PM) [snapback]242334[/snapback]</div>
    DAMNIT, I don't want to be welcomed. :angry: Unfortunately, maturity=mediocrity, for the most part anyway...

    Oh HELL YEAH I'm keeping the bike though.... If there's been one toy in my life that has been constantly amusing, it's the bike/s. It's the only toy I've ever had where after riding it for like 8 hours, you come home, jump off the thing all sore, swear you're not going to ride it for a month, and end up jumping back on it an hour later for a "quick rip"... :blink: Plus, leaning waaaaaay over on lone Florida highway sweeper curves holds a bizarre fascination I cannot even attempt to describe... :ph34r:

    Of course, it's also nice to retain the ability to blow away Ferrari's, Vipers, and other exotics, with the mere twist of the wrist... B)

    Wait, what was all that business about maturity? :lol:

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    daniel Cat Lovers Against the Bomb

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    Hey, it's a car, not a woman. I'll keep driving it as long as it's the best car on the road. When a better one comes along, I'll trade up. I imagine that will be the '09 (???) Prius. But if Honda surprises us with something better (an EV ???) I'll get that.
     
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    Hey Daniel,

    Why Honda? According to Malorn it will be GM if only it weren't for those/that **&(% *$^*%. :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(priusguy04 @ Apr 19 2006, 05:17 PM) [snapback]242316[/snapback]</div>
    Yea, but remember the other reason for owning a Prius....low emissions. I own a Toyota Matrix which I will be trading in soon for a Prius, and I get 29/30 miles to the gallon. As I've been waiting, I keep on thinking "Why am I trading in my Matrix?". Better gas mileage but for me, and more importantly, low greenhouse gas emissions.

    The Prius is the greenest ICE car on Earth! That's pretty cool.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(eyeguy13 @ Apr 20 2006, 03:18 AM) [snapback]242536[/snapback]</div>
    Doesn't that distinction go to the Insight?

    Anyway - Squid, you got the new car fever again???? <_<
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(2Hybrids @ Apr 20 2006, 05:34 AM) [snapback]242547[/snapback]</div>
    Nope, not the 05-06 Insight at least. NY has an EZPass discount program for hybrids. But the 05-06 Insight doesn't qualify because of their emission is higher. I don't know why Honda will do that... :wacko:

    http://www.nysthruway.gov/ezpass/greentag.html
    "Note - Honda Insights - model years 2005-2006 do not meet the eligibility criteria because they do not meet California Air Resources Board SULEV emission requirements."
     
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  16. 2Hybrids

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    Heck, I didn't know that!
     
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  17. Mystery Squid

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(2Hybrids @ Apr 20 2006, 05:34 AM) [snapback]242547[/snapback]</div>
    ALWAYS. :lol:

    Nah, it's more like a weird urge that hits me every few months, as you know... :lol:

    ...just sort of keeping an eye on what's out there, and looking out for deals here and there... :ph34r:
     
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  18. TonyPSchaefer

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    Squid, I just want to let you know that I saw a commercial for the new Eclipse convertable last night. All I can say is 'wow.' Now I understand.
    I certainly wouldn't trade Priapus but I would look at it to have 'on the side.'
     
    #18 TonyPSchaefer, Apr 20, 2006
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