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Replying to: quasar4 (Oct 12, 2006 9:31 pm) Thank You, MidCow
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We're not here to argue about things. This discussion is for new Prius owners to post their first impressions, not "I like the Prius, why don't you" Let's move on please.
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Replying to: midnightcowboy (Oct 13, 2006 5:06 am) Hmmm....is someone afraid of open discussion? Looks like I touched a nerve. My post in no way prevents Priusman2007 from responding. I'm free to comment like anyone else in this forum. P.S. Message #50 is directed to you. I would appreciate an answer unless you're waiting for someone else to answer for you. 
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Oct 13, 2006 5:09 am) |
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Replying to: lynsam (Sep 29, 2006 11:06 am) My report: no problems with loose steering; no problems with misalignment; no problems with the steering shaft at any speed. The only time I've ever noticed a negative effect on handling was in strong crosswinds. |
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Replying to: quasar4 (Oct 13, 2006 5:23 am) Sorry didn't realize you were asking me questions. Okay I will answer. "How do you like apples compared to oranges?" I like diversity and competition, fosters innovations and improvements at a faster pace. Why not accept that fact that when someone says they have fun driving a Prius, they are telling the truth? Yes, I believe they are telling the truth. However sometimes, it is an attempt to overcome buyer's remorse. You are aware, that most advertisments are viewed by people who have bought a car to assure them they made the right decision. A car purchase is the second largest purchase a person makes, with a house being first. "Do you think that people are just saying they love driving the car when secretly they hate it?" No, I think they are justifying their purchase and many really do like their car  But then again many who say they love driving, I would venture to say have not driven some cars that really handle well, example BMW; however, I could be wrong, just my opinion. Compared to other economy cars, the Prius does drive very well. Many Prius drivers are looking for high miles per gallon. A few are environmental "green" And each has paid quite a bit to get their Prius ($22K-$30K). There are clearly much less costly new cars and used cars, so absolute TCO is not the reason. Much of it is the unknown fear of rising gas prices. "Who cares what the reason is? If it's fun, it's fun. I love chocolate cake and I love sushi. Is is unbelievable that I can love both? " Just discussion of trying to understand car owners and what they like and what they perceive. I am a car nut, like new technology, I am entralled with the Prius: Toyota, new technology, interesting HSD system, etc. I also like handling, performance and manual shift. There, did that answer you questions in a reasonable manner? Have a Nice Day , MidCow P.S.- By the way, I still thought and think the 325 Hp SS Camero was an awesome car, too bad it lost out to Mustang. Then again Chevrolet is coming out with a brand new design Camaro. Like Priusman2007, I am toying with sacrificing performance, handling, and maybe even manual shift for economy maybe even a Prius. That why I am interested in his thoughts as a new owner of a Prius, coming from a V8 MUSCLE car.
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http://psychologytoday.com They have many nice forums to explore the "secret meaning" behind people doing & saying what they do. People bought Edsels, they buy Mini Coopers, and before that the MG Midgets. IMO, I couldn't see it, but when a person finds one they love, its a beautiful thing, no?
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Replying to: midnightcowboy (Oct 02, 2006 9:21 am) . But for most other V8's, V6's, BMW's, trucks, SUV's you name it, the Prius is almost always first to go...then it just goes faster. One cool feature seldom mentioned is coasting at 65 mph past, say a 'less' efficient vehicle, with the MFD showing 80-99+ mpg. It does drift as posted by another above and that's about the only part of driving it I don't like. With new tires and the BT brace it might be more stable. The part I like best now after 10.5 months and 30,600 miles is... the seating. It's much more comfortable than the four previous Camry's I had. Summary to date: 30,600 miles since 11-30-05 Fuel : 630 Gal, Cost $1649 Oil/filters : 6 changes, Cost $0 Avg FE : 48.6 mpg or 2.06 GPC Tire rotations: 5 rotations, Cost: $94 Air Filter : 1  $42 Engine Flush : 1 $94 Blown Tire : 1 $90 Total cost of maintenance: $1969 Cost / mi : $0.064 /mi |
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Replying to: yardstick (Apr 24, 2006 6:03 pm) There's no proof that that is true. How do you know the manufactures wouldn't have lowered thier MSRP's in the absence of the credits?
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