Is it a good idea to buy a used Toyota Prius ?
One fact that goes unnoticed is that the Toyota Hybrid not only saves money on fuel but also cost less to maintain. When new they cost $40,000 but a used one can be purchased from $6000 – $9000. If it last 5 years the cost of ownership at a little over $1000 a year is very low indeed You will half your current fuel and maintenance cost and so will most probably recoup your investment in the first year. The weakness is the HV battery. The HV battery In the Toyota Hybrid was expected to last between 8 to 10 years. The HV battery in the series 1 hybrid manufactured between 1998 to 2000 are failing or have failed. The problem is that a replacement battery cost more than the car is worth. The Battery Clinic is the only company that specialize in restoring and reconditioning these HV batteries and give them a new lease of life. We charge a fix fee of $1500 for this service. Knowledge is power and we have had a few people bring in vehicles that they have bought for $2500 – $3000. We reconditi
