Should I buy a used or new 2008 prius?

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  1. sachminu

    sachminu Junior Member

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    I was thinking of purchasing a new 2008 Prius in the next few months. However, I just found out a local dealer is selling a 2008 used Prius (black) with 3184 miles (factory certified) for $22500. I think its a package 2 or 3.
    Is it worth buying a used car or just pay a few thousand extra and get a new one? Also does 22K seem reasonable for the used Prius?
    Any comments welcome.
    thanks,
    SM
     
  2. sachminu

    sachminu Junior Member

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    Just checked the dealers website and it seems the same car is listed for 21.8K. On ebay its for 22K. So I guess I do have room to negotiate.
    SM
     
  3. edmcohen

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    With the cratering of fuel prices, the bottom has fallen out of new Prius sales. What with the third generation Prius coming in the Spring, I think there will be great opportunities to buy one of the last `09s new, or used ones much less expensively than in the past. I for one plan to do that!
     
  4. malibucarl

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    Hello,
    In Southern Calif. you can get a new, 2009 pkg #2, for just under 22K.
    Check around and see.
    Carl
     
  5. sachminu

    sachminu Junior Member

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    ok, so I guess I am going to pass on the used one and look into a 2009 prius.