Posted by mrv@kluge.net on October 18, 2006, 4:55 pm
Dick Byrd wrote:
> If you really want to know how the Prius works, go to Graham Davie's
> absolutely fabulous Prius web site:
> http://www.jantzen.nl/prius/Techniek/
Looks like someone has copied Graham Davies' site... The original
lives here:
http://www.ecrostech.com/prius/original/PriusFrames.htm
(and check the "Understanding the Prius" area)
Posted by on October 18, 2006, 8:25 am
>I am thinking of buying a Toyota Prius Hybrid, but I am not sure how it all
> works. I'm not sure how reliable the whole hybrid system may be, or of any
> maintenance issues with them. Any comments from current owners would be
> appreciated.
You drop the "Hybrid". The Prius only comes in one form.
mark_
Posted by jstox on October 18, 2006, 4:22 pm
On Tue, 17 Oct 2006 20:52:03 -0400, "FKru"
>I am thinking of buying a Toyota Prius Hybrid, but I am not sure how it all
>works. I'm not sure how reliable the whole hybrid system may be, or of any
>maintenance issues with them. Any comments from current owners would be
>appreciated.
I just bought a 2007 Prius and had the same concerns. Honestly, I
don't know what to expect. The only way I could get comfortable
with the purchase was spend another grand on an extended warranty.
One option is with http://priuschat.com/forums.html
Top menu has Prius accessories with sub-category Discounted Extended
Warranty. It's only been a couple days since the money was authorized
and I'm still waiting for the paperwork. Seem's legitimate.
Added some stuff, side moldings, clear mats to go over the carpeted
mats, rear mats, cargo net, mudguards, I'm the worst on directions,
the NAV system had really relaxed my driving somewhat. I'm happy with
the purchase, fun to drive and pretty sure you will enjoy.
Posted by richard schumacher on October 19, 2006, 9:56 am
> On Tue, 17 Oct 2006 20:52:03 -0400, "FKru"
>
> >I am thinking of buying a Toyota Prius Hybrid, but I am not sure how it all
> >works. I'm not sure how reliable the whole hybrid system may be, or of any
> >maintenance issues with them. Any comments from current owners would be
> >appreciated.
>
> I just bought a 2007 Prius and had the same concerns. Honestly, I
> don't know what to expect. The only way I could get comfortable
> with the purchase was spend another grand on an extended warranty.
>
> One option is with http://priuschat.com/forums.html
> Top menu has Prius accessories with sub-category Discounted Extended
> Warranty. It's only been a couple days since the money was authorized
> and I'm still waiting for the paperwork. Seem's legitimate.
Extended warranties are insurance, and like all insurance policies they
are priced to make a profit for the seller, not the buyer. If one can
afford to keep cash on hand to cover repairs it's less expensive to
self-insure than to buy an extended warranty.
As the third year of the model a 2007 Prius should be the most reliable
of what was already a very reliable line. Drive with confidence.
Posted by jstox on October 19, 2006, 5:11 pm
On Thu, 19 Oct 2006 04:56:51 -0500, richard schumacher
itimate.
>Extended warranties are insurance, and like all insurance policies they
>are priced to make a profit for the seller, not the buyer. If one can
>afford to keep cash on hand to cover repairs it's less expensive to
>self-insure than to buy an extended warranty.
>As the third year of the model a 2007 Prius should be the most reliable
>of what was already a very reliable line. Drive with confidence.
I like the positive vibes, but I ain't very lucky. Thought the same
about my 2 yr old Mitsubishi wide screen TV (65713). They just
ordered a new DM module, part and labor $100. Warranty was
only good for a year and we didn't get the extended, really sucks.
The Prius is a computer on wheels, With my luck, $90 probably a
good investment.
> absolutely fabulous Prius web site:
> http://www.jantzen.nl/prius/Techniek/