Just got my license plate frame in. :)

What do you guys think of my new license plate frame?

 

You made some good points from your perspective, but I have a completely different perspective. Here is the truth, there are tons of negative stigma that comes along with owning a Prius or just being seen in a Prius. I originally bought the car for fun, just another toy to screw around with. Not for environmental nor cost saving reasons. But soon after we bought the car we became very impressed with the hybrid technology and found that we were able to drive "almost" for free. When you are coming from 13 MPG fill ups, getting 40 MPG is like driving for free.

I believe majority of "other" drivers on the road associate Prius drivers as another recent post described. "smug" Also associate them with being slow, incapable drivers with terrible driving skills. It is what it is, I don't need to beat a dead horse anymore on that subject. Here is my perspective regarding the message on the frame. The message says, yes I know you folks laugh at a Pruis but it's ok to own a Prius as your other transportation even for a Ferrari owner. It's just as fun even if you own a Ferrari. I think this sends a different message to an entirely different group of car owners that otherwise would never associate a Ferrari owner to actually also own and drive a Prius. So this message actually helps "other" car owners become open minded and consider buying a Prius. So in the long run I am actually helping with Prius sales.

In addition, I drive fairly fast in the Prius. Not just going from one block to another, straight line acceleration jack rabbit take offs. But fast through twisty roads, roads that require somewhat of skill to manage. In any case cars behind me that can't keep up will wonder how is it possible that a Prius can out drive them. (Again, not car issue but driver and owner issue) So when they see the message on the frame they would understand, oh this is nor your average Prius owner here. So the car is actually quit capable in the right hands, so again this would open up their minds about taking a look at a Prius.

Again, like I said. The message would tailor to a completely different group of folks, folks most traditional Prius owners wouldn't want to do anything with.

P.S. Ever makes anyone wonder why when someone see a fast Prius on the road they video tape it and upload it to youtube? Because it's an exciting sighting.

This is the group of folks I am tailoring and referring to, most of them would never consider buying a Prius but next time when they see me show up at the next car meet with one they would ask a lot of questions. Or even considering buying one, well... might take more than one car meet.
Toyota PRIUS with a Flowmaster Muffler (Hippie Support Vehicle for the Married Hot Rodder) - YouTube

 

Also because he is not a car guy, cars don't excite him like would to others. His enjoyment in life is to be able to make the right prediction and make a lot of money. I know a lot of people who's hobby is to make money, and are very wealthy. But they are very boring people.

 

You would only feel insecure if the Prius is the only thing you can afford. Definitely not an insecure thing for me, just like to be wacky. Because I can.

 

Actually not an bad idea, thanks!

 

Because just by looking at the way I drive they would know I am not your "regular Prius owner"

 

Also come to think of it, I have a pretty nicely decked out Prius so it's actually believable.

 

I am in LA a 3 model old Ferrari is hardly a show off. For me the frame is more of a "" statement. LOL!