S2000 to Prius
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From: Culpeper Virginia
Originally Posted by KrazyKarl' timestamp='1313305422' post='20876057
My suggestion would be a 90s Honda Civic. I have one and while it doesn't get the mileage of a Prius I still average around 37MPG in the city, plus it will be significantly less expensive to insure, maintain and purchase then a Prius.
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Driving a lot of Zipcars when I was in NYC, I actually liked the Altima Hybrid over the Prius. It felt least like a "hybrid" with smoother transitions. Prius was ok but very disconnected feeling. The newer Insight was kind of crappy.
But just thought I'd throw that alternative out there. Although I think the Altima hybrid is regional and may have been discontinued. Prius would still be cool if that's your thing. Maybe the Prius V if you need the space?
The instant MPG in my TL drives me crazy. It's like a game to get it as high as possible.
But just thought I'd throw that alternative out there. Although I think the Altima hybrid is regional and may have been discontinued. Prius would still be cool if that's your thing. Maybe the Prius V if you need the space?
The instant MPG in my TL drives me crazy. It's like a game to get it as high as possible.
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Originally Posted by Ronss2k' timestamp='1313298442' post='20875928
I have an offer though a dealership, am I making a mistake?
Really? Didnt know it was a 2.
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Obviously not a sincere recommendation. But i would at least personally consider it.
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After driving the s2000 for over a year as a daily driver I might want to get into something more practical
A Prius is on the mind...
Reasons our
-4 seats instead of 2
-no more premium gas cost.
-save over $1000 on gas alone annually according to how much o spend now
-save about $279 annually on car insurance
-51+ plus mpg
-more space and leg room.
What do you guys think? I love the s2k but it might be time for change. I'm willing to give up the thrills for the practicality.
I know the Prius isn't the prettiest car, or sportiest but it does get to point a to b more efficiently.
I have an offer though a dealership, am I making a mistake?
A Prius is on the mind...
Reasons our
-4 seats instead of 2
-no more premium gas cost.
-save over $1000 on gas alone annually according to how much o spend now
-save about $279 annually on car insurance
-51+ plus mpg
-more space and leg room.
What do you guys think? I love the s2k but it might be time for change. I'm willing to give up the thrills for the practicality.
I know the Prius isn't the prettiest car, or sportiest but it does get to point a to b more efficiently.
I have an offer though a dealership, am I making a mistake?
I got a 1993 civic, and while its pretty beat up, it does its job. $150 insurance for 6 months. 35+ mpg. Cheap tires (13").
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From: Bellaire, Texas
Originally Posted by Ronss2k' timestamp='1313298442' post='20875928
After driving the s2000 for over a year as a daily driver I might want to get into something more practical
A Prius is on the mind...
Reasons our
-4 seats instead of 2
-no more premium gas cost.
-save over $1000 on gas alone annually according to how much o spend now
-save about $279 annually on car insurance
-51+ plus mpg
-more space and leg room.
What do you guys think? I love the s2k but it might be time for change. I'm willing to give up the thrills for the practicality.
I know the Prius isn't the prettiest car, or sportiest but it does get to point a to b more efficiently.
I have an offer though a dealership, am I making a mistake?
A Prius is on the mind...
Reasons our
-4 seats instead of 2
-no more premium gas cost.
-save over $1000 on gas alone annually according to how much o spend now
-save about $279 annually on car insurance
-51+ plus mpg
-more space and leg room.
What do you guys think? I love the s2k but it might be time for change. I'm willing to give up the thrills for the practicality.
I know the Prius isn't the prettiest car, or sportiest but it does get to point a to b more efficiently.
I have an offer though a dealership, am I making a mistake?
I got a 1993 civic, and while its pretty beat up, it does its job. $150 insurance for 6 months. 35+ mpg. Cheap tires (13").
One more vote for a '90s Civic. My daughters had a '98 EX 5-speed and with the windows down and the roof open, it was almost like a convertible. Cheap to buy and maintain, great gas mileage, more fun to drive than most vanilla sedans, and if I'm not mistaken, at about 100k miles you don't need to plop down another $10k for replacement batteries. With the price of an older Civic, you can use it as your DD and keep the S for a weekender giving you the best of both worlds.