I've been surfing all the posts on the site learning about the Prius and am getting ready to find one. I'm looking for one with leather which really limits my choices. I did find one that I'm interested in and wanted to get your opinions. It's listed on Autotrader (ID AT-FF6EFD7): 2008 Touring Model Leather Interior Navigation JBL Audio Tinted Windows 35K miles Asking $18,900 KBB: $18,400 in excellent condition I think it's overpriced right now. What would be a good price for me to buy this? By the way, I'm in the midwest if that will impact prices. Thanks for reading! Brian
it is tad bit high ... check out this car that sold here http://priuschat.com/forums/private-sales/74727-2008-touring-pkg-6-nav-leather-18-250-a.html 2008 with 44K for $15.9 At 35,000 miles, you are just in manufacturers warranty. At $18.9 there are lots of cars that fit in that price, you could find a lower milage 2009.
Its a good deal. Prius Tourings still go for $23,000 in the Bay Area. Of course those usually have only 10k miles.
Much like real estate, car prices are local. Compare the prices on KBB, Edmunds and NADA. Look for vehicles with documented maintenance, as maintenance more than any other factor will determine the reliability of the vehicle over its life.
i'm not watching pricing very closely, but it seems to me that with all the talk about used toyota values going down due to the recalls, this is a bit high. but you can only go by what else is available and kbb etc. how much is a gen III with equivelent options?
Thanks for the replies. Another '08 Touring just came up for sale at a local dealer with 28K miles for $1000 more. I think I'll check that one out and take it for a drive. No idea how low they will be willing to go on price, but now is definately the time to get a good deal with the bad press on Toyota. I'm in no hurry to buy, so I'll walk away if it's not a good deal.
