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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by DJ-of-E, Oct 25, 2012.

  1. DJ-of-E

    DJ-of-E Junior Member

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    Hello everyone,

    I'm a software consultant working for a medical IT company. I'm planning on selling my Nissan 370z and shopping for a new Barcelona Red Prius III. Gas mileage of 18MPG, insurance, lack of cargo space, and monthly payments is a killer, especially when I am going to work and school with student loans.

    I'm hopping and envisioning the Prius would be a great car to use as a daily.
     
    #1 DJ-of-E, Oct 25, 2012
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  2. PruisAz

    PruisAz Member

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    I went from a 31mpg Toyota Matrix and my Prius has exceeded all my expectations. The post 51/48 milaege is well below what I'm getting. Sitting at a light with the engine off, with the a/c ON was awkward the first time I drove the car. So be prepared for a different approach, all for the bottom line...savings.

    Hope you get onboard!
     
    #2 PruisAz, Oct 25, 2012
  3. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Welcome aboard! Perhaps an older used Corolla would be more economical?
     
    #3 spiderman, Oct 25, 2012
  4. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    #4 JimboPalmer, Oct 25, 2012
  5. PriusGuy32

    PriusGuy32 Prius Driver Extraordinaire

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    I love my Prius. I went from 15mpg --->51mpg. Havent regretted it one day!

    Good Luck and post some pictures when you get it!
     
    #5 PriusGuy32, Oct 25, 2012
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