Advice Please: About to Order 2012; Option Level Two OK?

$22,637 is the best price I have ever heard of if it is truly OTD. If it is before TTL, then that is different.

 

Thanks for the tip in looking up dealer incentives. This explains why I'm getting push back from my local dealers as it appears they do not have the $750 incentive available to them. I think the $500 is military discount, but could be wrong.

I have been playing the game as hisport outlines. The price you paid ($23,000) is about the best i have been able to get to in the Midwest right now.

 

I know you've already placed your order, but for other people in your situation debating II vs III I'd like to contribute my experience. I own a 2011 LVL II. The only item I wish I had was the backup camera. I'm not a religious man, but I say a prayer every time I back the car up.

 

WOW! Great price. I thought I got a good deal on my level 3 with $26K + TTL... Oh well. I too looked at the VW. And, I nearly bought the Jetta TDI. While I was waiting for the VW dealer to find me a white one, I test drove the Prius. I was sold!
I believe, for the price over a level 2, the Prius level 3 is the no-brainer. My new 2012 Prius level 3 has been great! The differences between the level 2 and level 3 are: upgraded audio/navigation, steering wheel voice commands controls and the 3-door Smart-key system.
Because of the poor visibility behind the Prius, while parallel parking, you will appreciate the back-up camera. Back-up cameras are supposed to become a requirement in new cars in 2013 or 2014. Also, I like the internal Navigation system since I prefer to not have GPS cords laying all over the inside of my car. The hands-free phone feature is awesome! I use it all the time.
The level 4 adds an upgrade to the lighting system, the seating and the rearview mirror. The level 4 adds: auto on/off headlights; leatherette seating with 8 way power seats and lumbar support; auto dimming mirror. Of all this the only thing I wish I had on my level 3 it is the lumbar support. But, for the price difference, it is not worth the extra costs.
Lastly, the level 5.... NOT worth the extra costs in my opinion.
Good luck with your purchase.

 

I second the comment about the backup camera. I am 62 and do not have the flexibility I used to and appreciate the comfort level backing up in a crowded parking lot. I am glad I went with a Three even though the other upgrades aren't that big a deal.

 

I was not confused about the OP's price, but rather by yours Rogerev.

In your post you say you got it for OTD, plus taxes and registration fees. I just wanted to clarify so we compare apples to apples when looking at prices by others.

No worries and congrats to the OP

 

I paid 20,600 for my C model 2. Got mats, rear bumper gaurd, rear tray, and side mouldings. That was before the aftermarket leather seats and taxes. It took me 5-10 minutes to cut the deal and sign the paper. Forgot my checkbook and had to go get it before I would drive the car home, even though they told me to take it with me. This forum and shopping the internet, along with visiting another dealer, gave me all the ammo I needed to make the deal that was good for me.
I started wanting the 4, got down to the 3, and then decided the 2 was what was best for my money. Push button, onboard gps, and fog lights not worth my money from a dealer. The simulated leather, I did not like either.
Always go armed. I learned that back about 1990. Once my ex wife got mad because I was about to walk on a Ford Cobra because they would not meet my price. Hey, there is another red one 60 miles down the road. She shut up and we bought the car at my price. Was the same dealer that I just bought this C from. They knew me when I walked in. I have probably bought 6 cars from them. But, they know I will buy elsewhere if I need to, and have. Salesman had a crush on one of my old girlfriends and mentioned her name before I sat down. I used that against him without him even realizing it..
I am telling you, life is good if you drive a Prius C.
Dan

Kope49,
I found that with the rear seats folded down I can see great with the mirrors. I am 58 years old and it is just my wife and I most of time in the car.
Dan
with 16 grandkids who love the C, I think it is the leather that gets them.

 

Germwise,
Is this the line that is confusing? "OTD is simply that, THE CAR plus all applicable taxes and registration fees." I attempted to define in that sentence what constitutes OTD. In hindsight, it would have been clearer had I substituted the words"the price including" for the words "the car plus."

 

Sorry rogerev, now I understand.

You got a great deal on your daughter's prius! i'll have to try costco next time!

 

I WOULD LIKE TO GET A BACK CAMERA WHERE DID YOU PLACE THE ORDER
I HAVE A 2005 PRIUS

 

I have one of the small, 2 inch monitor, systems in my vdub. I paid 25.00 for it used and that is all its worth. I cant say it does much for me, too small. Easy to set up with the license plate camera. I have a much better system in my motorhome with a 6 inch monitor. It is great. Your eyes may be better than mine and a small monitor might work.
Dan

 

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