New Prius question

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by xerox6135, Mar 22, 2014.

  1. xerox6135

    xerox6135 Member

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    Is rust proofing needed on a prius let me know your thoughts. I have never seen a rusted out prius yet
     
    #1 xerox6135, Mar 22, 2014
  2. RRxing

    RRxing Senior Member

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    It's only needed so the dealer can make a boat payment. Skip it.
     
    #2 RRxing, Mar 22, 2014
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  3. Okinawa

    Okinawa Senior Member

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    It's a ripoff. You do not need it.
     
    #3 Okinawa, Mar 22, 2014
  4. jhinsc

    jhinsc Senior Member

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    Just say no.
     
    #4 jhinsc, Mar 22, 2014
  5. retired4999

    retired4999 Prius driver since 2005

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    Ditto!
     
    #5 retired4999, Mar 22, 2014
  6. xerox6135

    xerox6135 Member

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    Thanks for all the answers I told them no thank you they talked to me for what seemed like a hour telling me all the great things about rust proofing
     
    #6 xerox6135, Mar 23, 2014
  7. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    fast talking car salemen.
     
    #7 bisco, Mar 23, 2014
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