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I finally gave in!

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Spaz, Nov 30, 2011.

  1. Spaz

    Spaz Junior Member

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    So for a couple of years I have been looking at different prius models all the time drawing the same conclusion: anything with that mileage is good enough for me. Well, last Saturday was the day...went to the dealership and came home with a black 2011 Prius III with a grand total of 95 miles on it. It's my first new car and couldn't be more pleased with it. The last vehicle I owned was a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder, a car that runs like a tank...and unfortunately consumes fuel like it as well. With about the same horsepower as a Prius and a whopping 12mpg...no...I'm not exaggerating...I filled it every 4 days. But anyway, I had to bring it back to the dealership to fix a couple of scratches and just got it back today. This weekend I'm looking to debadge and possibly get window tint done, and I'm looking to get a 10" sub installed soon too...I'll see you guys around!
     
    #1 Spaz, Nov 30, 2011
  2. fotomoto

    fotomoto Senior Member

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    Assuming you financed, you should be able to make all or most of your new car payment on the fuel savings! :eek:

    Congrats. :rockon:
     
    #2 fotomoto, Nov 30, 2011
  3. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Welcome aboard Spaz, enjoy the ride!
     
    #3 spiderman, Nov 30, 2011
  4. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    congrats and welcome. all the best!
     
    #4 bisco, Nov 30, 2011
  5. jdcollins5

    jdcollins5 Senior Member

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    Welcome and congrats. Enjoy your new car and gas savings !
     
    #5 jdcollins5, Nov 30, 2011
  6. fulltank

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    I have the exact same year and color and my window tints are absolutely one of my favorite features!!! Congrats and welcome aboard!
     
    #6 fulltank, Nov 30, 2011
  7. cycledrum

    cycledrum PSOCSOASP

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    Congrats! Just keep your badges around in case you want to resell the car. It will have more value the closer it is to stock.
     
    #7 cycledrum, Dec 1, 2011
  8. Whiteyprius

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    Well -- that'll take care of the "Pri are too quiet" problem, huh? Lol! Enjoy the ride. Welcome!

    -Phil
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    #8 Whiteyprius, Dec 1, 2011
  9. Michgal007

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    Congrats and welcome to the club, Spaz.
     
    #9 Michgal007, Dec 1, 2011
  10. Spaz

    Spaz Junior Member

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    Yea man, its a 10" speaker with a 300rms amp. It's my first true love when it comes to car audio systems...and I've had my fair share.

    Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. It's always nice to have more then 1 reply on these intro threads

    ADR6350 ?
     
    #10 Spaz, Dec 1, 2011
  11. F8L

    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    The Prius is great for bass and stereo systems in general once you fix the rattles. I've downgraded from 1,900w RMS to 900w RMS and a single 12" sub in a vented enclosure. I'd go down to a 10" at this point but I'm tired of spending money. lol

    Congrats on the new car. I really like the GenIIIs! My car is still driving like new despite 151,000 miles so I'll keep her a while longer.
     
    #11 F8L, Dec 1, 2011
  12. Spaz

    Spaz Junior Member

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    Nice idea, but I'm looking for something no so huge, I like having a trunk...does anyone on here make boxes? I found threads before but I can't find them now...

    ADR6350 ?
     
    #12 Spaz, Dec 1, 2011
  13. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Oh yeah, going to be doing this mod soon. I have a big 'ol Hertz HX250 on the way and plan to do the work over Christmas break. Looks like a bit of work but I am up for it. :cool:
     
    #13 spiderman, Dec 1, 2011
  14. Rebound

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    Congrats and welcome to Prius! You've found a great car-loving community here. Good luck with your mods.
     
    #14 Rebound, Dec 2, 2011
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