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Does anyone know where to locate fitted rubber mats? I want to keep my 04 looking clean for as long as possible. I've searched online but can't find a front end protector (bra) or the mats for my Prius. I think I'd also like mud flaps. Any ideas where to get any of the above? Alice |
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| On the floor mats, I have the original carpet floor mats with the Prius logo. Went to a hardware store and bought clear PVC carpet runners. Cut these carpet runners about 1/2" beyond the original floor mats. I don't get my carpet mats wet when it's raining and don't get sand and dirt in it. It's almost invisible and the Prius logo still stands out. I also ordered some mudflaps on ebay for about $53 incl. shipping. I'll get them next week and will find out if they are exactly the OEM mudflaps available in Japan. A rear camera is also available overseas for the Prius. An EV switch is also available in ebay. I may have to get a wiring diagram manual to find out if the US Prius is prewired for these things. | |
I have the Silver Prius with the light grey "sueded" cloth seats. I want to protect these with easy on/off plain cloth covers. I saw just what I needed in catalog but they were not able to provide them to fit Prius. Couldn't find anything on internet. Anyone know a good source for custom covers? P.S. I love driving my Prius but have not been able to get anywhere near advertised mileage. Salesman said "break-in" period needed first. How many miles break-in before I make complaint about mileage :}?
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> How many miles break-in before I make complaint about mileage :}? Break-In is typically regarded as no sooner than the first oil change... which is when many owners do that first system modification: switching to synthetic oil. My first noticable clue of loosening due to Break-In was around 7,000 miles. And in the grand scheme of thing, the car (like any) is pretty new even then. JOHN
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Hi! I am a soon to be proud owner of a 2004 Prius. I am in need of finding out what the base cost of a Platinum warranty for the Prius actually costs the dealer. I am already paying sticker price and really would prefer a reasonable deal on some part of this vehicle purchase. The dealer has been pretty good (read as, not selling the vehicle over the sticker's invoice), but I got a quote of $2552 (most likely this is a before tax price) for the combo 'deal' of the Platinum warranty and the environmental protection plan(also known as undercoating, scotch-guarding and paint protection). Supposedly it was a "really" discounted price, not sure if that will be the same if I finance with my primary financial institution rather than theirs. Please, if anyone has any info on this subject, I kind of need to know asap (as I need to call the dealer and finalize the financing and registration tomorrow (Th) morning.) Thanks so much for your assistance on this topic! TIA- luvbeingreen |
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Replying to: abennett (May 15, 2004 8:37 am) Saw your request on the website. I just purchased two Prius vehicles. The carpeted mats sold by Toyota may look nice, but they are not practical. Toyota does sell a high endurance/high end rubber mat...but they are not out for the Prius as of yet. The company that makes the best high end rubber car mat with grooves that are sold in all the car stores...is called Weathertech....they are a Canadian company... They make them for the Prius. You can buy them direct through the internet at www.weathertech.com. A full set (front and back)..in matching colors...runs about $90 foir black and $100 for beige...plus about $8 shipping for each. I got a black set for my silver car (grey interior) and a beige set for my black car(has beige interior). It lasts forever and is worth every penny. It is a simple example of quality matching price. Grant gmlitadog  aol.com
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Replying to: john1701a (May 28, 2004 2:07 pm) |
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Replying to: grant (Jun 18, 2004 6:22 am) $$$$$$$!!! |
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One quirk I've come across with the 04 PRIUS is a strange baffling noise that seems to irritate the ears when you open various window combinations. Sometimes it can be quite annoying. I'd be curious to know if anyone else has noticed this oddity. It doesn't do it all the time nor does it do it at all speeds. I've been thinking it has something to do with the aerodynamics of the car or possibly because it's a hatchback for 04. Anyone experience this quirk? jim
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