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It could be that I have mistaken the tread wear number on the OEM Prius tires. The same Goodyear Integrity tires on the 05 Corolla we had were rated at 460. Bubkis says his are 260. I did see that low of a figure on some Scion Goodyear tires before we decided to go with Prius. I had never seen a treadwear figure that low before. Pays to take a closer look, apparently. I'm unhappy that Toyota would put that low quality of tire on their products. Disappointing.
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Replying to: rick294 (Jul 15, 2008 12:00 pm) The Prius OEM tires are V rated which typically means "higher quality" softer compound with stiffer sidewalls, faster speeds (Corvette speeds) (and lower Treadwear) Why they put them on Prius is unknown to me.... Check out tirerack.com for the specs on the Prius OEM tires. The UTQG # is 260 for this tire. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Spec.jsp?make=Bridgestone&model=Turanza+EL400-02&p- artnum=955VR6EL40002&vehicleSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes&place=18 195/55VR16 Load Index 86 = 1168lbs (530kg) per tire Speed Rating “V” = 149mph (240kph) 86V SL Treadwear: 260 Traction: A Temperature: A260 A A
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Replying to: bubkis (Jul 15, 2008 3:04 pm)
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Replying to: 210delray (Jul 15, 2008 7:07 pm) The 15" tires (Non touring Model) are indeed rated at 460. Based on these subjective tread wear numbers, they should last much longer than the 16" touring models.  Check out tirerack.com. They have all the specs on OEM and replacement tires. Its an excellent resource including Customer reviews of tires. |
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I bought a used 2001 Prius in 2007 from N. Hollywood Toyota. There were a number of problems that the dealer needed to fix that were not taken care of before they sold it to me. I think I paid too much for the car and could not afford an extended warranty but the original warranty still had some time left on it. I had problems with the car not starting periodically but they seemed to have fixed that finally. Now, though, the problem has returned and the warranty has run out. It will cost $215 dollars just to get to the problem, which seems to be with the high voltage system, according to the diagnostic. In addition, a slow break fluid leak appeared a few weeks ago and I am told that it will take 5 hours and $500 just to get to the leak area because it is so buried under other things. Don't get me wrong, I love the car but I am disappointed with the reliability and the cost of the repairs, which I can't afford. Does anyone know if it is possible to buy an extended warranty at this late date? Also, I may need to buy a car - does anyone know of a good car broker? I don't want to make another mistake on price paid. |
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Replying to: sarahdance (Jul 31, 2008 6:42 pm)
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Replying to: rick294 (Aug 01, 2008 7:44 am)
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Replying to: sarahdance (Aug 02, 2008 4:07 pm) My suggestion would be to fix-er up now and sell ASAP if you're uncomfortable with the car. There is no better time to sell a Prius than when Gas prices are around $4/gal. Prius's no matter what yr, have never been in such high demand... Call a dealer and find out how long the wait list is for a new one. Last I checked in our area it was 3-4 months. |
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Replying to: sarahdance (Aug 02, 2008 4:07 pm) |
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A reporter with a large financial magazine would like to speak with hybrid owners and their experiences. If you are a hybrid owner, please respond to ctalati edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than Wednesday, August 6th.
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