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Replacement questions

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by John SD, Jun 5, 2019.

  1. John SD

    John SD New Member

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    I currently have a 2008 Prius I've owned for about 5 years. It has served me well for 150k+ miles(265k+ total), but I think it's reached end of life. The issues have been piling on over the past year.

    I'm inclined toward replacing it with another Gen 2 with far less miles.

    What price and odo reading would be a good balance?

    What inspections self done and paid would be recommended?

    I replaced the hybrid battery with OEM new about 80k miles and 2.5 years ago. Would it be worth paying to have it moved to the new vehicle?

    Any other considerations I haven't thought of?
     
    #1 John SD, Jun 5, 2019
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    welcome!

    the newer the better, tradeoff with higher miles. depending on what you find, it may be worth swapping batteries.

    best to reset the mpg's and take it for a good long test drive to see what she returns.

    2008 was a beast, i wouldn't hesitate to get another, or 2009.

    you definitely want to know ownership, accident and service history.

    i think the 2 most common issues are brake actuator and combo meter. a/c compressor might be another.
    oil burning usually comes with higher miles.

    all the best!(y)
     
    #2 bisco, Jun 5, 2019
  3. Skibob

    Skibob Senior Member

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    If you do get another Prius it would be a good idea to swap the battery before selling the old one. 2 1/2 years is pretty new.
     
    #3 Skibob, Jun 6, 2019
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