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Which of these 4 would you buy?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Pylodictis, Oct 7, 2020.

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  1. Pylodictis

    Pylodictis New Member

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    Need help deciding between the following cars. Body and interiors are all similar and are all clean, no rust, major accidents etc.:

    From an individual
    2008 Prius 100k miles, good service records, new tires, original hybrid battery and ABS. Most options. $5300.

    From dealers (includes fees)
    2008 Prius 92k miles, good service records, new tires, Toyota hybrid battery in 2018. Most options. $7500

    2009 Prius 126k, good service records, new tires, newer ABS. Touring package. $8000

    2007 Prius 96k miles, good service records, new tires, brand new battery. Most options $8500

    I'm leaning toward the 2008 for $5300 if the Dr. Prius App battery tests rates the battery as "good". Any input appreciated!!
     
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    Welcome to PriusChat!!

    Did you have a chance to run any, or all of the VINs at : Track Your Service Records with Your Toyota Owners Account

    Not a bad call on the 08, then take that saved 2-3k and buy/make a grid charger to bring back some health into the pack.

    How long do you plan on keeping this vehicle, and what is the expected usage pattern?
     
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  3. lexidium

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    Are they all T spirits or different ones?
     
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    Thanks for the welcome and info! I did not know about the VIN search on the Toyota page. Will take a look at that. My use will mostly be around town (about 150 miles a week of driving) and then monthly or so longer drives (800 miles round trip) to help family members. I usually hang on to cars about 4 years until my needs change or the car becomes prohibitively expensive to maintain. Prius is a small move to help reduce my carbon footprint.
     
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    All the same, "gen 2"
     
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    But there are different models with different trim and accessories and engines.
     
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    I'm not sure if you're specifically looking for low-mileage Prii, but mileage makes less of a difference in a Prius than age, especially for the battery. You might want to consider any good deals on higher-mileage cars as well, just so you're not missing an even better deal. I just can't see spending more than $6000 for any Gen 2 Prius now, no matter how low the mileage or how new the battery.
     
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    I have a car very similar to the first car you described. For five grand, I will drive it to Gainesville, hand you the keys, and buy you a beer.
     
    #8 egg_salad, Oct 9, 2020
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