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Thinking about buying a used Prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by samemory, Jun 9, 2016.

  1. samemory

    samemory New Member

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    I am looking at buying a 2005 Prius from a friends friend. It has 170,000 miles and had the 12V battery replaced recently. This will be my first car purchase and I am looking for some pointers/advice.
    Is there anything in particular that I should be looking for or be concerned about before I buy this car?
    Is the bigger battery going to need replacing? I am aware that it is expense for that.
    Is this going to be good car for a college student?
    Also, I am looking for any cheap suggestions on installing an AUX line. I do not want to use an FM transmitter or the cassette adapter.

    Thanks for any advice/recommendations!
     
  2. Synthetic

    Synthetic Junior Member

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    Search for "What every newb should know" as a starting point.
     
  3. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    welcome! i don't think so. i would take your budget and look across the gamut of japanese cars for the best deal. you're paying a premium for a hybrid, and at 170k, any issue can pop up at any time and cost serious money. all the best!(y)
     
  4. Munpot42

    Munpot42 Senior Member

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  5. dorunron

    dorunron Senior Member

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    Bisco said it all. Look elsewhere.
     
  6. Steve Savasky

    Steve Savasky New Member

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    I agree. One thing to consider is a program car.
    Toyota dealers will lease a New Prius and it will come back to the dealer in
    two years. Toyota will inspect it and give it a 100,000 mile drive train warranty.
    and put it back on the lot.
    A few days age I saw a 2014 Prius ..48000 miles ..$15000