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Extended Warranty to Help Sale of 2007 Prius?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by dsmithpdx, Jan 5, 2010.

  1. dsmithpdx

    dsmithpdx New Member

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    Hello,

    I am trying to sell my 2007 Prius Touring Package #6, and I am having a heck of a time selling it. I had one couple put a deposit down and I though the deal was done, but they called a few days later saying that they are concerned about the hybrid system warranty and what happens when it expires. They were scared off by potential failures of the batteries/hybrid system down the road. I tried to explain that their fears were unfounded, but they wouldn't hear it.

    Now I am considering purchasing an extended warranty to try to lure more buyers. What are your thoughts on that idea? Have any of you ever purchased an extended warranty on a car that has almost 30k miles on it? Do you have any recommendations for a reputable company from which to purchase an extended warranty?

    Anyone want to buy a Prius? ;)

    Thank in advance,
    Doug
     
    #1 dsmithpdx, Jan 5, 2010
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  2. Boo

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    Hi Doug,

    If I were to get an extended warranty, I would get one of the genuine Toyota extended warranties through PriusChat's vendor, Troy Dietrich/WarrantyShack.com/Toyota of Greenfield, MA, who sells the Toyota Extra Care - Platinum Plan - 7 years/100,000 miles/$-0- deductible for $1055 (it retails for $1850). Check out the main thread here on the subject:

    http://priuschat.com/forums/sponsor...rius-extended-warranty-service-contracts.html

    Note that the extended warranty does not cover the hybrid system and hybrid battery -- they're already covered by their own special warranty that's for more years and miles than the extended warranty.

    Personally, I wouldn't bother to buy the extended warranty just to sell the car.

    Sorry you're having trouble selling the car. If I were looking for a used Prius I'd be pleased to find a real Touring Edition Prius for sale.

    Good luck.
     
    #2 Boo, Jan 5, 2010
  3. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Ditto Boo. You will sell it a lot faster if you reduce the asking price by $1000 instead of spending $1000 on an extended warranty.
     
    #3 richard schumacher, Jan 5, 2010
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  4. dsmithpdx

    dsmithpdx New Member

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    I've already dropped the price $1500 as of today. We'll see what happens! Thanks for the advice.
     
    #4 dsmithpdx, Jan 5, 2010
  5. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    THe hybrid battery has a 10-year/150,000 mile warranty. That's pretty good, I'd say.
     
    #5 macmaster05, Jan 5, 2010
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    150,000??
     
    #6 tranders, Jan 5, 2010
  7. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    Only for 2004 and later Prius first sold, licensed, and operated in CA and the other PZEV states following CA.
     
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  8. Bill M

    Bill M New Member

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    I am driving a 2007 Prius now and love it. The lease ends Feb 24 so I am trying to decide if I want to buyon the open market or buy the car I am driving.
    Where is your car and how much are you asking now. How many miles? E-Main is [email protected]
     
    #8 Bill M, Feb 1, 2010
  9. dsmithpdx

    dsmithpdx New Member

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    Sorry, I already sold it. Thanks!
     
    #9 dsmithpdx, Feb 1, 2010
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