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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by dcrist66, Jan 3, 2013.

  1. dcrist66

    dcrist66 New Member

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    Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself to the community.
    Just traded from my 5 series BMW for a Prius Plus because I couldn't in good conscience commute at 16 MPG any longer. I have followed the Prius for many years and feel good to finally make the switch. I am still on the first tank of dealer provided fuel but I have enjoyed reading all the good input on the forums and try to practice the good driving advice given here in an attempt to maximize my MPG and fun factor.

    Just wanted to say hello and thanks for all the advice shared here on the boards.

    Drew
     
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  2. spiderman

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    Welcome aboard Drew, and enjoy the ride! What color?
     
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  3. dcrist66

    dcrist66 New Member

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    Thanks Spiderman... I have never been a white car fan in the past but I did fall in love with the Blizzard Pearl and bought it.
     
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    Very good. Be sure to sign up for the Blizzard Brigade.
     
    #4 spiderman, Jan 3, 2013
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    Congrats--enjoy.

    I went from a BMW 545i to my Prius V.
     
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    all the best!:)
     
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  7. dcrist66

    dcrist66 New Member

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    It's funny that my biggest concern about taking the plunge was giving up my BMW but I enjoy the Prius so much that it has been painless. I suppose there comes a time that the economical and environmental payoffs are a lot more important and I didn't feel right commuting alone in a huge gas guzzler anymore.
     
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  8. PriusGuy32

    PriusGuy32 Prius Driver Extraordinaire

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    Congrats on the new Prius!!
     
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    Welcome and congratulations on your switch. Enjoy your new ride.
     
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  10. TonyPSchaefer

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    I'm right there with you. I was never a fan of white until I saw the Blizzard Prius. That's a sharp looking car.

    Congrats on the switch. Believe it or not, I've seen many BMW owners trade in for the Prius.
    Enjoy the ride and when you have questions, let us know.
     
    #10 TonyPSchaefer, Jan 4, 2013
  11. dcrist66

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    It's crazy Tony,
    The salesman showed me the line of BMWs they have taken in trade this month and half of them were traded on a hybrid. Of course this was a car salesman telling me this so you be the judge ;-)
     
    #11 dcrist66, Jan 4, 2013
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    Welcome to PC. Enjoy your "Toy"ota. Have fun driving your car and playing the MPG game... and don't forget to
    wave at the gas station as you pass....... by.......:)
     
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    Congrats! Enjoy the ride and the savings!
     
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