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Getting ready to buy my 3rd Prius

Discussion in 'Prime Audio, Electronics, and Infotainment' started by nhguy78, Aug 7, 2017.

  1. nhguy78

    nhguy78 whirr...........

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    Hey all, I'm getting ready to buy my 3rd Prius, 2nd Plug-in, which with be Prime Advanced. We went to go test drive and scout out the dealership we may buy it from.

    They didn't have an "Advanced" model but a Premium. That aside... I'm excited about it. Finally, a heated steering wheel and backup grid lines on the screen.

    On the other side, I'm not feeling the rear-end. Yeah, edgy. I want a more normal car without making a screaming statement. Plug-in hybrid is statement enough. LOL anyways. I will most likely overcome this distraction.

    Perhaps one day, they will start installing a USB charger in the back. Not a big deal. I'm alone in the car most of the time. Speaking of the rear seat: I love how much more roomy it is back there! On another note: that extra room comes at the expense of the cargo area.

    I need to get used to the dash and all the options ... kinda overwhelming. The infotainment is also overhwleming. I need to now find the option for fan speed on the screen instead of a simple button. pThen again, I've always thought there should be a fan speed button on the steering wheel of my current PiP Advanced.

    Is there a way to climate control units of measure? I see the option to change time to 24 hour time and other things. Just nagging distraction.
     
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  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    all the best!(y)
     
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  3. mercat68

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    Congrats! Just got my Prime Premium a week ago. There is a 12V receptacle on the rear face of the center console. Just get a USB adapter for it and you're set!
     
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  4. huskers

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    Congrats. It may seem overwhelming at 1st but in no time you will be cruising along with a big smile on your face. Advanced is also the way to go. Extra toys well worth it.
     
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  5. priuscatprimeguy

    priuscatprimeguy Senior Member

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    you really mean cruising? right, because why would anybody be cursing their Prime?:eek:
     
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