Should I buy a prius with 137k miles?

unfortunately for you, i'm the only guy on duty tonight. the mistake might not be in the mileage, as much as the accident. approach with caution, these cars are susceptible to post accident electrical ghosts.

 

Don't do it. I wouldn't. Just a big headache down the road. Always wondering when the big triangle will show up. Good luck if you purchase.

 

Sorry. I am the wrong person to ask. To tell you the truth, I don't know what the previous owner (s) have done with the car, so I always buy new. I know the depreciation is ridiculous but the peace of mind is worth it for me.

 

Depends on year, mileage, price, repair history and other factors. If I saw wrecked pics then personally I might consider at the right price. The battery is pretty far forward so I would much rather have one hit in back vs front.


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What happened to the rest if the crew?

The batteries tend to last for 9-10 years and usually 150k+ miles...feels like mine is getting shaky at 9 years. We've heard very few 2008's replaced yet, but the 2007's are just starting to report in. So a year from now we will be hearing 2008's just starting to report in. You and I are in non CARB states so we are off warrranty at 100k miles.

 

When I was in high school, years ago, I actually drove an old Buick regal 1972 that I inherited from my dad.

Then when I had a little bit if money I actually bought a stripped 1990 Honda Civic 4 door (salvaged) but clean. Only reason I got rid of it was because I modded it so much it would not pass smog.

When I could finally afford new, I went for it. It will come in time. Study hard. It will pay off.

 

There is a shop in Houston that offers new and rebuilt batteries. Price list:

Mobile Service Prices | Hometown Hybrids

I think prices should be around the same in other areas.

Also, I've been reading all your posts in Dwight's voice. Try to negotiate like him too when you make the offer on your Prius (reference when he bought Andy's XTerra)

 

My prius has well over 200,000 miles on it and is still going strong! (It's made multiple trips across the country.) That being said, it has never been in an accident (knock on wood) so I'm not sure how that would factor into things.

 

I don't care how cheap it is, I would never buy a car that has been in a moderate to severe accident. You are asking for trouble down the road and it will cost you more in the end.

Plus, I bet that car has a salvage title.

Good luck trying to get insurance on that car. No reputable insurance will give you full coverage.

 

Is the title clean?
Because I'm getting a psychic flash of a neon sign flashing salvage/reconstructed.

I have a feeling of impending doom that says this isn't just a red flag, it's a Red Wedding, and I'd run from it like a Stark Family member that notices the doors being locked. But similarly it sounds like it's too late. You're going to buy this thing aren't you?

You've got 5 grand saved up and a desire to be a Prius owner, and Winter is coming, so who am I to tell you a used Yaris would be a better choice? You're not turning back.

If somebody has told you they have a Prius that has been in a moderate to severe rear end accident? Let's just say my guess is that needle is pointing way closer to severe than it is moderate. And if that IS their sales pitch? And your response is, I'll meet ya tomorrow with some cash? Then get me to platform 9 and 3/4's because I've got a train to catch.

Good Luck, my instincts based on limited information COULD BE totally wrong here.
And since I don't think anyone can stop you....I hope they are.

 

if its cheap enough take it, rear end damage isn't as bad as front end...just remember this car will never be perfect and have very low value due to the crash..
the battery can die at any time without warning so unless you can predict the future ask yourself, do you really want this car?

 

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Your reply has comforted me , I have Prius with 135k and had my hand on my heart .