Yesterday, I talked with Lynn Ross at Riverside Toyota still had a couple of Priii in stock (at MSRP). Riverside had 7 in stock last week, but apparently word is getting out, so they will go quick. Lynn said they had a couple in stock with a few more in-bound that aren't yet matched to a waiting list. I was *just* about to get on a plane from Dallas to Tulsa to get a grey package 6, when I learned from a local dealer that I finally received a positive allocation match on my desired package (green or grey, package 3 or 4, no port options). :blink: The worst part was deciding between an 'available now' that had a couple of 'really sweet' (but not absolutely necessary) options, or cooling my heels for 3 weeks and getting an exact package match. I reluctantly chose the latter, giving up the 'bird in hand'. :wacko: I could have been driving my new Prius right now Regardless, my search for a Prius is finally over. I have learned that if you are flexible, the cars *can* be found. Since I began my search three weeks ago, I have identified at least 6 cars available, but none with my 'desired color'. Here is the irony... The Prius is only available in 8 colors, and I would accept a green or grey. Every single car that came available was from the other six (sigh!) . I have learned that despite the long waiting lists, dealers have deals that fall through all the time for numerous reasonsCustomers disagree on trade in values, can't get credit, they buy another car model, or find an in-stock at another dealer. For example, on Friday a Prius came available when the customer decided to get the Highlander hybrid at the last second. The dealer called me, but it didn't match my color. However, with persistence, an acceptable color/package/option combination will come up. Of course, there is always the 'allocation lottery' :lol: Here is their website: http://www.riversidetoyotatulsa.com ... and their phone: (800) 225-2769
There's MSRP and there's MSRP Here's one they list, with the 'options' that are on it Package #7 Includes: Voice-Activated Dvd - $5,730 Gps Navigation System; JBL Am/Fm 6-Disc Cd Changer W/9 Speakers Aux Audio Jack Mp3/Wma Playback Capability And Hands-Free Phone Capability Via Bluetooth; Rear Backup Camera; Vehicle Stability Control; Driver And Front Passenger Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags; Front-And Rear Side Curtain Airbags; Smart Key System; Anti-Theft System; Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror With Homelink; High Intensity Discharge (Hid) Headlamps; Integrated Fog Lamps The Extra Mile Option Package A - $1,000 Cargo Net Glass Break Sensor Fabric Guard Custom Tape Stripe First Aid Kit Wheel Locks Rear Bumper Protector Mud Guards Carpet Mat Set (5 Pc) Carpet Floor Mats Rear Cargo Mat Road Hazard Tire Warranty (3 Years / 36,000 Miles) Roadside Assistance (3 Yrs/36,000 Miles Extra Mile Extended Life Tires (6 Years / 100,000 Miles) Vehicle Shield Package - $349 Lusterizing Sealant Sound Shield Sealant Cleaner Rental Car Assistance Leather Interior Upgrade. - $1,160 Incl: Leather Faced Seat Liquicell Comfort Technology
Good point, and yes, I agree. I, too, am not a fan of the sealant or extra mile package. These are high profit packages with few *tangibles*. The one I let go had package 6 with *no* port options, which makes it one of the better 'MSRP's. The 'nice to haves' I was referring to are the HID, and bluetooth. Some people can't live without them, but I don't really need them.
