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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by jgheels2003, Jan 28, 2008.

  1. jgheels2003

    jgheels2003 New Member

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    New Member from NC (pics inside)

    just wanted to introduce myself. I just picked up a new 2008 Spectra Blue Prius a few days ago. I'm currently brousing the fuel economy section to see how to maximize the mpg in this cold weather and it is very enlightening! I needed a good daily driver that was more eco friendly and I look forward to learning from the experts here.
     
    #1 jgheels2003, Jan 28, 2008
  2. NYPrius1

    NYPrius1 Active Member

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    Hello & Welcome!!
    I am sure you will learn a great deal.
    You must post a picture of your new baby.
     
    #2 NYPrius1, Jan 28, 2008
  3. Neicy

    Neicy Member

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    Hi and Welcome to PC. Lots of great info here from many experienced owners. Have fun driving!
     
    #3 Neicy, Jan 28, 2008
  4. Jiffylush

    Jiffylush New Member

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    Where in NC?

    I live in Waxhaw and work in Downton Charlotte.

    Only had mine for a week so far, but my MPG average is 47. I think it will pickup as we get back to warmer weather.
     
    #4 Jiffylush, Jan 28, 2008
  5. galaxee

    galaxee mostly benevolent

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    welcome! we're in the triangle. enjoy the new car!
     
    #5 galaxee, Jan 28, 2008
  6. jgheels2003

    jgheels2003 New Member

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    Here are some pics of the new car! (with the beast lurking in the garage...:cool:)

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    #6 jgheels2003, Jan 29, 2008
  7. jgheels2003

    jgheels2003 New Member

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    I'm a little under that mpg right now, but mostly that is a result of my type of commute. It will improve though with learning to drive this thing more efficiently and the weather changes.
     
    #7 jgheels2003, Jan 29, 2008
  8. Michgal007

    Michgal007 Senior Member

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    Congratulations and welcome to PC.

    Shouldn't you put the horse/snake outside and keep the blue angel inside? :p
     
    #8 Michgal007, Jan 29, 2008
  9. jgheels2003

    jgheels2003 New Member

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    haha, not a chance :D but whenever it is possible to have an even larger garage it might move in next to it! My wifes Mercury Milan may have something to say about it but I think the Prius would win out
     
    #9 jgheels2003, Jan 29, 2008
  10. JimboK

    JimboK One owner, low mileage

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    Love that color! I sure wish it had been available in '05. :(

    Welcome to PriusChat and Prius-dom, BTW!
     
    #10 JimboK, Jan 29, 2008
  11. airman

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    We are in Cary! Would be nice to get a club started.......
     
    #11 airman, Jan 30, 2008
  12. jgheels2003

    jgheels2003 New Member

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    Wow is this car fantastic. After adjusting my driving style by monitoring energy consumption I've raised my mpg from ~39 up to ~45. Im still on the first tank of gas so its a great improvement so far.
     
    #12 jgheels2003, Feb 4, 2008
  13. Spectra

    Spectra Amphi-Prius

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    spectra, the color of champions :D
     
    #13 Spectra, Feb 11, 2008
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