Toyota Prius: So here's what I think I will get...

G-Man wrote: 



I probably know 50-60 Prius 2G owners (Prius Club) casually, and
10 of them pretty well. I have never met even ONE that had a
single regret of any sort regarding what they have.

However, a few regret what they did NOT have. They look at mine,
which I purchased loaded in Oct '03 with GPS, Bluetooth,
intelligent locks, pinstripes, and every other feature possible.
I did aftermarket leather, side molding, upgraded audio, video,
100# of professional soundproofing, and a few other upgrades.
They say "I wish I had more features because THIS car I'll keep
forever!"

My car has HOV-lane stickers good till 2011 - and that's a
wonderful convenience. I covet some of the new luxury cars
appearing on the market, and can afford most of them, but am
certain to keep the Prius at least till those stickers expire.
So far repairs = zero, and I seriously doubt that it will need
any work in the next four years.

Bottom line, though I've owned luxury and performance cars worth
as much as a house, this is by far the BEST car purchase I ever
made!!

I am very interested in your aftermarket side moldings. Can you tell me
where you got them?

I have a portable Garmin NAV. I have Factory NAV in my Accord, and I like
the portable unit better!

G-Man


"notaguru" <com> wrote in message
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On May 31, 9:57 am, "G-Man" <com> wrote: 

Although you really cannot see the color of the car from the inside
(except maybe the side mirror shells), you'll still have to look at
the car in your driveway... So go with whatever color you like best,
or else you'll never be happy with the car.

(I've had a black Prius, and I really don't see what the fuss is about
with black supposedly showing dirt. salt in winter, maybe, but it's
not that bad.)
 

What is the option code for your #2? each region likes to renumber
the packages... http://www.toyota.com/prius/options.html

If that is an additional 6 disc changer on top of a basic in-dash 1CD
player, you could ask the dealer to remove the 6CD changer to give you
that storage slot back and give you the cash off of the purchase price
(that should cover your costs to get an aftermarket iPod integration
kit).

The only option that I feel should be required when searching is the
VSC, which any new 2007 with a factory option package seems to have
now...

alarm, 6CD changer, autodimming mirror, satellite radio, can be added
after the fact.

HID headlamps, foglamps (factory ones, at least), Bluetooth phone,
Navigation (factory one, anyways), SKS, VSC, JBL amp, CANNOT be added
to a Prius not equipped as such from the factory. So, if you think
you MIGHT want one of these items, find a Prius with it in the first
place!
 

Several people seem to prefer the black rubber rear bumper protector
as found on the Matrix, as opposed to the clear film embossed with
"Prius" that is the rear bumper applique.

Applique:
http://www.metrotpn.com/ProductDetails.aspx?CollectionID=25&ProductID=87&S ortIndex=10
or
http://priuschat.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/81

Protector:
http://www.metrotpn.com/ProductDetails.aspx?CollectionID=25&ProductID=172& SortIndex=19
or
http://priuschat.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/80

Several car mat options are available.

carpeted rear cargo mat:
http://www.metrotpn.com/ProductDetails.aspx?CollectionID=25&ProductID=31&S ortIndex=2
or
a customized WeatherTech cargo mat:
http://priuschat.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/72

Do be aware that the cargo mat does make it a little more difficult to
access the storage compartments under the floor of the cargo area.

since you asked for side moldings:
http://www.metrotpn.com/ProductDetails.aspx?CollectionID=25&ProductID=147& SortIndex=15
or
http://priuschat.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/1/products_id/57

In article <googlegroups.com>,
"net" <net> wrote:
 

Why the HELL would anyone pay $2000 for navigation built into the car,
and then buy it AGAIN when you trade cars in 3 years, when it's far
inferior to an aftermarket piece that you can use while you're on the go
and that you can take from car to car--for anywhere from $200 to $2000
(for the huge screen one with all the bells and whistles)?

On 31 May 2007 14:22:37 -0700, "net" <net> put together some
random words that came up with:
 

Get the HID headlights. You see better at night.

As far as the Nav is concerned, the Denso NAV sux. I installed a KenwoodNAV
where the smoky door to the 6 disk changer is. The display is 8" and it is
fantastic. This was three years ago. Today, I would get the Garmin StreetPilot
7500 and hang it in the same place as the Kenwood. The big screen is really
worth it.

Steve

In article <googlegroups.com>,
"net" <net> wrote:
 

A lot depends on the color of the dirt. I wouldn't get a black car for
two reasons. First is that I don't like black cars. Second is that I
live in the Phoenix area; it gets hot here.

--
Support the troops: Bring them home ASAP.

Steve wrote:
 

Yes, they are great for dazzling other drivers too. Nothing says "I'm a
prize a-hole" more than HID headlights (expect maybe bull bars. Or
driving a Hummer of course).

Paul

Paul Russell wrote: 

Well, for some folks, they allow nighttime driving while the
lack thereof may be severely or totally limiting.

--
Jean B.