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Originally Posted by MetroMPG
Yessir! I'm on the hunt for a Prius.
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About 3/4 of the cars listed on CL in my area have a rebuilt title. These cars can be had for about 70% of the non-branded price. I bought my 2012 plug-in model for $13k with a rebuilt title. It has been perfect so far, with full range on the battery, MPG as expected, and all features in working order.
The oldest model I was looking at was a 2007 since there was a mid-model refresh that year, with more options being made standard. I'm a tech-geek, so I like my Bluetooth, and require heated seats for my wife.
Our requirements for a vehicle are likely different. One thing is true though, you have to jump on the good deals quick and be prepared to pay in cash. It never hurts to propose lowball offers on any car you see. The guy I bought from wanted $1.5k more, I offered $13k, he countered with $13.5k, and I didn't budge from my $13k offer. Eventually he accepted.
I spent a little more than I wanted on a vehicle, but I just couldn't resist the extremely rare Plug-in. This was a good way for me to learn about EV tech without the range limitations.
I'm now hooked and will eventually replace my most excellent TSX with a used EV.