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wtb: 04-05 prius, Under $14k

Discussion in 'Local Prius Club Main Forum' started by comptechgsr, Apr 25, 2008.

  1. comptechgsr

    comptechgsr New Member

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    hey guys,
    was just wondering if anyone here was or knows someone selling their prius. So far, I've been checking out the finds on craigslist as well as edmunds.

    I have about $13k to spend on it and would like to to get one with the least wear and mileage on it.

    I also plan on having a pre-purchase inspection at the closest toyota dealership.


    BTW, do any of you have a buyers guide or pre-purchase inspection checklist that I can also do? I did a search but was unable to find a specific list.

    Thank you
     
    #1 comptechgsr, Apr 25, 2008
  2. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    Good luck,
    Maybe you'll find a high mileage '04 base package for that, but in California it's doubtful. They're just holding their value really well.
     
    #2 efusco, Apr 25, 2008
  3. kmstampe

    kmstampe Look out here comes Ozzie!

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    I've been looking online at used ones (although I'm still thinking I'll get a new 09 this fall) and even ones with SALVAGED titles are still in the $17,000's! I think I saw one on eBay for $8500 and it was wrecked/not fixed!
    Not much help, I know, but good luck to you!
     
    #3 kmstampe, Apr 25, 2008
  4. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    Maybe you should consider an '01-'03 Prius...bet you could get one in great condition in your budget.
     
    #4 efusco, Apr 25, 2008
  5. V8Cobrakid

    V8Cobrakid Green Handyman

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    you can't take out a loan for the remaining?

    it's a pretty reliable car. my 04 has 92k miles on it so far. no problems... (12v battery running low.. that's all)
     
    #5 V8Cobrakid, Apr 27, 2008
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