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New Prius II in Los Angeles

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by pokerdawg, Mar 13, 2011.

  1. pokerdawg

    pokerdawg New Member

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    We picked up a Prius II lease tonight. We traded in a Chevy Tahoe V8. We look forward to seeing how this will change our life and budget.
     
    #1 pokerdawg, Mar 13, 2011
  2. Fraydenz

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    Quite a lot, I would guess. Based on what I saw at the dealership I was at today, a lot of people are doing the same thing - lot's of big V8's being traded in for the Prius, Corolla, and Camery (according to dealer). Gonna get me a Prius II too, shortly. Enjoy!
     
    #2 Fraydenz, Mar 13, 2011
  3. drunkin master

    drunkin master Contributing Member

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    Welcome, hope you enjoy saving the planet and saving some money.
     
    #3 drunkin master, Mar 13, 2011
  4. twittel

    twittel Senior Member

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    Wow a Tahoe for a Prius. What will you do with all the money you'll be saving from MPGs, insurance, maintenance and more? You'll have enough money left over to pay off the mortgage!

    Welcome to PriusChat. Read the owner's manual and check out the forums.
     
    #4 twittel, Mar 13, 2011
  5. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Welcome aboard and enjoy your new ride!
     
    #5 spiderman, Mar 13, 2011
  6. KK6PD

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    You will find the monthly fuel payment for the Tahoe was considerably more than your car payment and new monhly fuel payment combined [​IMG]!

    Welcome, enjoy yourself!
     
    #6 KK6PD, Mar 13, 2011
  7. pokerdawg

    pokerdawg New Member

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    After doing some math it looks like it's pretty even. About 270 to fuel the Tahoe monthly versus 270 monthly to cover lease, 1 tank of gas, and full coverage insurance. I'll have pay 250 more in DMV fees but I don't have to pay for maintenance for 2 years.

    If I messed up my calculation, it can't be by much. Driving a new car and using less gas is way better than driving a 10 year old Tahoe. We are happy.

    Thanks for the welcomes.
     
    #7 pokerdawg, Mar 14, 2011
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    Welcome!
     
    #8 dpmcdonald, Mar 16, 2011
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