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How much would you buy a T-boned Prius for?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by galileofigaro, Oct 18, 2018.

  1. galileofigaro

    galileofigaro Junior Member

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    no, but that's just me. i don't have the skills to diagnose and repair all the damage possibilities.

    if you do, maybe it's worth a few thousand bucks, depending on frame damage.
    how many miles on her?
     
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    If there's structural damage then I'll buy it for $100, you'll need an entire new chassis frame to ensure car collision safety. Exterior damages only, buy for $1,000. Some car insurance won't insure rebuilt titles, if they do, it's just liability coverage.
     
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    looks like its above the frame, but a rebuilt title kills most of the value, nothing over 2 grand as the warranty is voided on rebuilds and they will not do recall work... at least most manufactures will not.
     
  5. galileofigaro

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    It looks like it was hit after the engine and before the battery, so I should make a good parts car. I worry about the transaxle, but it appears fine. If you already have a Gen 3 with a head gasket failure, this looks like a good plan.
     
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    31k is great for everything but the battery. being only 5 years old though, that can probably be rectified
     
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    3PriusMike Prius owner since 2000, Tesla M3 2018

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