Should I repair my 2014 Prius or let it go?

All things considered, I decided to sell my Prius as is to a local car buyer that offered $2k for it. (Got a confirmation from Geico that this is resolved as at-fault on us.) A little negotiation was done by my husband and it seemed we could try even for more but they didn't give me time to shop around (of course) and at least they beat the other price I had been offered, so we signed the paperwork on the spot. They will come back with a tow truck this week. My heart's torn since this was my dream car I was finally able to buy (with 0% APR!) 5 1/2 years ago.. Even though the upfront cost was high, the gas savings was amazing and helped my frugal budgeting so much over the years. Currently I am eyeing on this same 2014 Prius (Four instead of Three) with 128K miles on it for a little less than $10K, also 2013 Prius C with 87K miles for a little less than $9K..2014 Prius looks good but don't know why it was auctioned while there is no damage/accident history on Car Fax report. Is it normal? And 128K miles is a little concern although mine was perfectly fine and seemed like it was going to go strong for years to come. Prius C seems like a very good deal considering it has a clean title and the lower mileage. I think under $10K these are the only choices for me, it's not easy to find a good Prius/Prius C with a good record and price at the same time! Anyways thank you all so very much for all opinions from all aspects. And all the kind, warm words!

 

Here’s my last update: I couldn’t go see that 2014 Prius four, the dealer was closed today, not”meant-to-be”, next. Went to see 2013 Prius C and test drove it, it was fine but the space was tight. Wasn’t 100 % sure and not very excited. Then in the warehouse where the owner stored his inventory I saw a 2010 Prius Three with 95k miles on it, and he said he would match the price to the other one if I pay cash. Even though it is an older Prius seriously you don’t feel that way because it’s super clean, and the previous owner took a really good care of it. It was such a steal and I had no doubt, my husband said I was glowing and he knew this was it. Clean title, one owner and 90k service was done at a toyota dealer right before it was sold to this dealer. It really doesn’t look like 4 year older than what I had, super impressed! I’ll be picking it up tomorrow and this time of course putting collision coverage back on Thank you!

 

Oh! I don't know much about the recent models of Honda Insight but when I was shopping for a new car back in 2014, I actually test drove Honda Insight 2014! (I used to own Honda Fit and love Honda car designs in general) I liked the fact that it's hybrid but the overall space was a little tight. After all Prius was more impressive and won over Insight.. but thanks!

 

Yes, I got it on Monday. 2010 Prius III. I'm happy about it. Only thing is the smart key, the same trim III (my 2014 Prius was also Three) but the unlocking by the touch on the handle won't open all doors + trunk, and the passengers side door& the trunk don't have the sensor either. (I hope I'm describing it right, English is not my 1st language ）I liked that feature on my 2014 Prius especially when you have stuff full of a shopping cart and want to open the trunk without searching for the key in my purse. But oh well. I'm still happy that I was able to find such a good deal.

 

Oh wow, yay! I will try this today when I leave my work. Thank you!!

 

Oh no! I'm so sorry. I hope someone here will be able to give you advice. Or maybe it might be better to post a new thread so people will notice yours. Was it exactly like my case, with no collision insurance? The guy at the dealer where I bought the used 2010 Prius told me even for 2007 Prius with over 100K miles insurance companies still pay close to $8K, and overall Prius retain values pretty well, and if I had kept the collision coverage I would have got easily over $14K for replacement.. I was like, dang it! A BIG lesson and I won't remove the collision coverage anytime soon this time. Hope you'll be able to find a way to fix it or replace it with not too much hassle