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#56 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [urbandude42] by railroadjames

Mar 01, 2007 (7:21 am)

Replying to: urbandude42 (Feb 28, 2007 9:44 pm)
You have my sympathy ...BUT...You speak of the 1st Generation Hybrid and not the 2nd Generation models ('04 & up). I own an '04 and have nothing but praise. Winter milage is 37-42 and summer is a pretty honest 46-48. I bought my 1st set of replacement tires (Goodrich)($200.00) 52K and have a total of 56K now on the Prius. Problems with the car ...other than 2 recalls 1) for gas tank modification) 2) Recalibrating computer, I have had only one problem with the car. Replacement of a burned-out headlight bulb that's next to impossible to do yourself. I finally took it to the dealer & let them struggle with it (20 minutes) no charge. I suppose not everyone can see the Prius as the miracle car but danged if it isn't close to it in my oppinion. One surprise I find amazing about my Prius....I'm still on the original brake pads 56K. Never had any other car go that long B/4.

#57 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [railroadjames] by stevedebi

Mar 01, 2007 (1:52 pm)

Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 01, 2007 7:21 am)
"You have my sympathy ...BUT...You speak of the 1st Generation Hybrid and not the 2nd Generation models ('04 & up). I own an '04 and have nothing but praise."
 
I should point out that you need to wait until 2009 to reach the same age. Also, the items he listed as failed do not come under the extended emissions warranty, so the owner pays.

#58 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [stevedebi] by railroadjames

Mar 01, 2007 (3:18 pm)

Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 01, 2007 1:52 pm)
Urbandude could help fill in some details....like you pointed out 1) how many miles? 2) Bought new or used? 3) Why the tire problem? 4) Do we all agree that the 1st gen is a much different breed from the much improved 2nd gen. Prius. We're all aware of the complexities of the hybrid Prius but with a more than outstanding warrantee I'm more than satisfied. Nuff said!

#59 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [railroadjames] by stevedebi

Mar 02, 2007 (12:42 pm)

Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 01, 2007 3:18 pm)
"Urbandude could help fill in some details....like you pointed out 1) how many miles? 2) Bought new or used? 3) Why the tire problem? 4) Do we all agree that the 1st gen is a much different breed from the much improved 2nd gen. Prius. We're all aware of the complexities of the hybrid Prius but with a more than outstanding warrantee I'm more than satisfied. Nuff said!"
 
Please report back in 2009...

#60 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [stevedebi] by railroadjames

Mar 02, 2007 (1:11 pm)

Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 02, 2007 12:42 pm)
Why not 2012, since that's when my "hybrid" warrantee expires. I hope we're not bumping heads here but I'd just like to say that the info from "urbandude" left alot unanswered. Obviously I consider the '04 Prius an incredible car and I've been aware that you have differing thoughts. I would like to point out that I've never had a car that exceeded my expectations like the Prius. As to urbandude, if he fails to fill in the blanks then I'd say a pass is in order cuz there are serious holes in his info. I can't speak about the '02 Prius but I have considerable knowledge as to the performance, handling, and quality of "my" Prius and with 3-1/2 yrs behind the wheel I can honestly state...2nd Gen. Prius is the car of the future here today. Nuff said!

#61 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [railroadjames] by stevedebi

Mar 05, 2007 (2:28 pm)

Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 02, 2007 1:11 pm)
"Why not 2012, since that's when my "hybrid" warrantee expires. "
 
Because the items he mentioned are not part of the "hybrid warranty", and have a 3 year / 36K (or possibly 50K) warranty.

#62 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [stevedebi] by railroadjames

Mar 05, 2007 (6:15 pm)

Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 05, 2007 2:28 pm)
You're right except I , like most prudent car buyers these days, have an extended warrantee, thus confident that my bases are covered. I have to admit though that the Prius has proven to exceed quality and dependability issues for me. Although there is no perfect car out there...This is as close as I've ever come to that holy grail of transportation.

#63 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [railroadjames] by stevedebi

Mar 06, 2007 (11:37 am)

Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 05, 2007 6:15 pm)
"This is as close as I've ever come to that holy grail of transportation. "
 
... for a smaller vehicle that doesn't provide the 70-80 Cubic feet of cargo space that a small SUV or CUV will provide. (or 35 Cubic feet with five passengers). The Prius fills it's designed space nicely, but isn't for everyone.

#64 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [railroadjames] by stevedebi

Mar 06, 2007 (11:40 am)

Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 05, 2007 6:15 pm)
"You're right except I , like most prudent car buyers these days, have an extended warrantee, thus confident that my bases are covered."
 
OK, good for you, I was responding to the quote about "2012, when the hybrid warrantee expires." [sic]

#65 of 75 Re: MY PRIUS [stevedebi] by railroadjames

Mar 06, 2007 (1:34 pm)

Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 06, 2007 11:40 am)
There is one other thing worth streeing here. This '04 Prius has turned out to be a far better car (especially in these times) than any I've ever owned b/4. Of course my desires and needs sure have changed over the years. I have owned a variety of cars from 63 Impalas to Opal G.T.'s with a sprinkling of Corvettes, Honda 600 Coupes, Mustangs, and even Lincoln Town Cars. I tend to feel wiser for ownership of this amazing hybrid, what with gas creeping up again. I wear a Prius smile these days. What can I say?

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