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Re: Question to those in this group who actually own a Prius: Ill Eagle 06-02-2006
Posted by Michael Pardee on June 5, 2006, 8:52 am
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>>>> Is it a comfortable car?
> Better with "really thick" (1 inch) sheepskin covers than the stock seat
> if you have to travel long distances as I do.
>
Note - for models with side air bags, the seat covers must be compatible.

Mike



Posted by B. Peg on June 5, 2006, 11:27 pm
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> "Michael Pardee" wote:
>> Better with "really thick" (1 inch) sheepskin covers than the stock seat
>> if you have to travel long distances as I do.
>>
> Note - for models with side air bags, the seat covers must be compatible.

True. I had to pay extra for the Velcro stitch thing that opens on the side
for the airbags.

I believe I paid around $450 for the entire setup: front seatcovers with
their separate air-bag compatible back covers, the center console cover
(which is really nice!), and the separate headrest covers. They have many
various colors and they do not shed as synthetic covers do. Should last the
life of the car compared to the other Pep Boy's cheapy stuff that I changed
out yearly and constantly shed.

They did all the stuff at the local Sheepskin seatcover store in my area's
phonebook. Took about 3 weeks once they measured everything up.

B~



Posted by Bob Wilson on June 4, 2006, 12:10 pm
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> Do you warm up the engine or do you begin driving almost immediately?
Drive immediately to the point of backing in the night before so the
first trip the next day is a drive away, no backout.

> Where do you do most of your driving?
Five days a week I work and there are various errands and the occasional
trip to Kansas, 700+ miles each way.

> Do you use cruise control?
All the time.

> Do you maintain speeds in excess of 65 mph?
No but I have an NHW11. The NHW20 may do better at higher speeds.

>
> Are you using A/C?
As needed.

> The defroster?
As needed.

> The heater?
As needed.

>
> Do you anticipate traffic light changes or do you make sudden stops?
I coast to red lights and avoid heavy braking so most is regenerative.

> Do you allow enough space between you and the driver up ahead so you aren't
> tapping the brakes or accelerating to his or her every move?
I changed my route to use access streets and city streets which are
"less traveled."

>
> And lastly, how often do you use your car for short durations lasting less
> than 15 minutes?
Yes. After the first warm-up, the car is quite usable the rest of the
day for short trips. Try to make the first trip longer to allow full
warm up but "don't sweat it."

Bob Wilson

Posted by on June 8, 2006, 12:19 pm
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> >> Is it a comfortable car? Notice any quirks? What did you notice?
Comfortable, but less so than our '98 Camry - front seats could use
some adjusters. Stock stereo (not JBL) is OK, but has trouble handling
deep bass. Stock tires (GY Integrity) are terrible - these were also
stock equipment in the Camry. Almost anything else is better.
> >

> ------------------------------------------------------
> I have a few questions.
>
> Do you warm up the engine or do you begin driving almost immediately?
Drive immediately, but leisurely for the first 10 minutes or so.

> Where do you do most of your driving?
SoCal freeways and city streets.

> Do you use cruise control?
Occasionally on the freeway. Not possible in rush hour traffic.

> Do you maintain speeds in excess of 65 mph?
Yes. This is SoCal - you want to blend in and be anonymous, live
longer.

> Are you using A/C?
Yes, when it's hot.

> The defroster?
Very rarely.

> The heater?
Haven't yet.

> Do you anticipate traffic light changes or do you make sudden stops?
Anticipate as much as possible.

> Do you allow enough space between you and the driver up ahead so you aren't
> tapping the brakes or accelerating to his or her every move?
Yes - I try to keep away from others and hope they do the same for me.

> And lastly, how often do you use your car for short durations lasting less
> than 15 minutes?
About twice a week.

> TIA
> mark_


Posted by Dave on June 9, 2006, 8:06 am
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mvillasin@gmail.com wrote:
>>>> Is it a comfortable car? Notice any quirks? What did you notice?
> Comfortable, but less so than our '98 Camry - front seats could use
> some adjusters. Stock stereo (not JBL) is OK, but has trouble handling
> deep bass. Stock tires (GY Integrity) are terrible - these were also
> stock equipment in the Camry. Almost anything else is better.

On cars geared for fuel economy they usually put "low friction" tires
for less rolling resistance. Unfortunately that also mean less grip for
handling and braking. This is a trade-off I would be unwilling to make.
I would put on better tires with good grip.

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