So far, this is the only real response I've gotten to my dealer quotes requests and various emails: Thank you for your inquiry on the 2008 Prius. I do have a Magnetic Gray with a package #2. Along with the standard factory equipment and the Package 2 it also has the following: HZ - Includes, cruise control, heated outside mirrors, 15" alloy wheels, Toneau cover, seatback pockets, P4 - Vehicle shield package L2 - Leather interior upgrade B4 - Security system upgrade, carpet mat set, trunk mat, mud guards, cargo net, rear bumper protector, custom tape stripe, first aid kit, wheel locks, road hazard tire warranty, roadside assistance and the service rewards program. The MSRP for this vehicle is is $26,405. We have added window tint and door edge guards which brings the price to $26,804. The internet sales price is $25,303. This price does include our dealership fee. If you would like me to check for other colors please let me know. Please do not hesitate to call or respond via Email. ---- Some of this is pretty cool (leather, tint, carpets etc..) Some of it is pretty useless to me (vehicle shield...wax right?, security upgrade, roadside assist...I have it etc...) ----- Edmunds TMWV shows #2 at $23,513 for my area with invoice at $21,736. With the extras, I'm not sure. Also, I need the dealer fee $$$. Thoughts???
HZ is package #1, NOT #2. MSRP on a Prius #1 is $21,610. The other options, AFAIK, are not valid ordering codes. Somebody else please correct me if I am mistaken. It sounds like the dealer is buying the Prius stripper model (#1), throwing on a bunch a dealer-added accessories (probably on the cheap), and marking up the price by many thousands. You can do WAY better elsewhere. I would RUN the other way.
Thanks for the feedback. I'm not going to pull the trigger until I get some more dealer quotes, choices etc... I thought I'd post the reply as it's the only one I've even recieved back. "HZ is package #1" -a quick look at Toyota's site seems to indicate that most of the things he's listed in his "HZ" are part of a package...not standard. Maybe he doesn't know his codes well.
Those features are included in the HZ package, but it's the lowest-priced Prius you can buy. I have never seen a package #1 (HZ) for sale in my parts. Only package #2 (HG) and up, probably because everything at that price point and above includes an upgraded stereo, smart key, backup camera, and stability control. The HZ package includes none of that. A deal breaker for me, and probably most other people.
I spoke with the guy. The only thing they did at the dealer was door edging and window tinting. It's a #2 w/ the "extra mile option A" , leather seats and anti-theft device. I think if I can get him at $24k, I might do it. Some of you guys seem to be finding smoking deals. Around here, it seems to be a bit more demand than supply.
