299,999+ Mile Club

But your car has a different engine, maybe it'll go to 1 million miles

 

It really is an interesting question. I'd tend to think about it like this:

Say a $23,000 Prius is good for 400k miles, then each 1000 miles costs $57.5. If a replacement battery costs $2000, the car has to be good for ~ 35k miles after repair to break even.

 

well the unknown is if the car itself is holding together. after that many miles, all the bolts start rusting and other repair costs can add up. The upkeep on a Prius's first 400k miles won't be the same for the next 400k miles.

 

Right, the condition of the car besides the battery matters. But not for 400k miles, more like 35k+ miles.

The other piece of the puzzle is the owner. Brownsnotouk is I gather a very accomplished DIY'r. That makes repairs much cheaper than for someone who heads to the dealership with any problem.

 

399,000 on my 2006 with option #6. In service in July, 06.
I'm amazed, and so are people that ride in it and see it. Oil, filters, 3 trans fluid changes by me, 2 windshields, wipers, 4 sets of tires, 2 sets of HID lights, 1 pair of LED taillight bulbs, and 1 radio (under warranty). I added soundproofing to all the doors and as much of the dash as possible. Currently averaging 50 mpg with my new Ecopia tires (best mpg, slippery tire in the dry, weak sidewall-not quite as bad as GY Integrity)
Original batteries, struts, brakes, etc. Yes, the odometer works after 300k miles.
Lifetime average ~50.2mpg. Typical commute (1 way) is 30 miles 60mph 2 lane, 75 mpg freeway for 75 miles, stop and go for 5 miles.


Total cost per mile of ownership is insanely low = 14.6 cents/mile:
$25k purchase, $2k taxes, $1900 tires, $2700 oil changes (mobil 1), $200 HID lights, $150 trans fluid, $550 windshield, $100 misc = $32,600 plus gas (8,000 gals x $3.25/gal avg = $26,000) , plus salvage catalytic convert $600 = $58,600 total = $ 0.146 per mile (insurance not included)

UPDATE: Sold it for $3,300. So total cost is now $58,600 - $3,300= $55,300 for a new total cost per mile of only $$$$$ 0.138 per mile (insurance not included)

We'll be buying a Prius V, only because we want more room.



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WOW! Do you jave a pic of the odometer? did you tell toyota? snoutuk, post: 2020963, member: 44299"]600,xxx today[/QUOTE]

 

brownsnoutuk any pics of your car that you can post?

 

another prius?

 

I have a 2005 prius that I bought in 2006 with 35000 miles. Just got to 299999 tonight and its stuck. Looks like I need a new combo meter from what I read. Best car I have ever had. had to replace the transmission at 150000 miles but been going good since. Amy suggestions on where to get a combo meter and should I replace it myself??

Thanks

 

did you ask your local toyota dealership? don't mean to sound too obvious, but i think i would only trust this car to them.

 

On the subject of 'stuck' odometers, I came across an ad for a Prius here in the Netherlands which said the car has 299,999 km on the clock. Found that a bit of a coincidence but in the photos, there it is to see. Then I read this thread and understand why!

 

Yep, this thing happened in early 2Gens km odometer clusters also.
In Portugal, heard of one '06 hitting 299999 late year 2014, and was replaced OEM at no cost.

PRIUS 2G: Odómero parou aos 299.999 - Prius-PT

 

I have made it to the 299,999 club. Just been a bit busy to post. I'll need to check the brakes too. almost thought I would not make it with the traction battery failure at 291K this past summer.

1) Did you replace the HV battery pack? yes 1 module
2) Did you replace the hybrid transaxle fluid? yes
3) Did you replace the brake pads? no, but only owned it since 205K
4) Your lifetime MPG (if available)? between 40-48 mpg
5) How often do you change your oil? What brand / product did you use? 5000 Toyota 0w20
6) How about post a picture of 300,000 miles on ODO? no
7) Are you the original owner? no
8) How many miles under your ownership? 96k
9) Feel free to add anything else you wish to share. very economical and dependable car.

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I am at 322K now and I will be replacing the Catalytic Converter next week. Mileage is down to barley 40mpg.

 

Longbow - how does a 'bad' catalytic converter lead to bad fuel economy? Do they become blocked?

 

Thank you.
About your module replacement, how much did it cost?
And regarding brakes, you mean finding a cause to the warning lights in the panel?

 

When the check engine light came on and the code indicated the Catalytic Converter I asked my tech what could I expect if I basically ignored the light. He said that over time I would see a very noticeable decline in mileage and eventually the unit would break up. I have let it ride for about 30K miles now and I have experienced a10-15% decline in mpg. I can barely achieve 40mpg now. Since i intend to keep the car rolling and I drive about 800 miles a week on average it makes sense to drop the $2k on the new unit.

I checked into after market but after reading many comments it seems to be a crap shoot if they will function properly so I will go with authentic Toyota parts for this one and get the car back to good working order.

 

I wonder if Toyota Corporate would buy you a new combo meter. A nice letter explaining the history of your car and how you got to 300K might convince them to invest in you a little for customer sat and some future business. I think it's a no-brainer. Besides, it's no fault of yours that the Toyota design doesn't allow for proper clocking on the speedo. Give it a try.

 

I bought 5 modules from a fellow on ebay for $50. He gave me a deal and I was grateful. I was only trying to save on shipping but he came to Houston and I paid him for the extra modules even though I only needed 1. I bought 3 4x chargers with wires from a PC forumer for $350. I used them to cycle the batteries. In total just under $400. I have 4 of the weakest modules as backup for when another module fails. I can probably recoup the $350 by selling the chargers, but I still have 3 hybrids so I am keeping them until I dont have hybrids. That might be a while.

Brakes, just lit up. I will check them this weekend.