Hi all:
I was debating on getting rid of my 2015 Kia Rio 64k miles and I pay $300/mo for a 2008 Toyota Prius, one owner, 150k miles, and took a personal loan to cover the negative equity of the Kia and pay for the Prius ($230/mo for personal loan, total $7000). Carfax is clean. Is this worth it in terms of costs, reliability, etc.?
A 14-15 year old used hybrid with 150,000+ miles is not a good idea. Expect in the not-too-distant future to pay many thousands replacing the battery and eventually the generator (those 2 items can add up >$10,000). Finding a competent mechanic who knows how to work on hybrids (that’s not the dealer) will be even more challenging. Pass on this.
A 14-15 year old used hybrid with 150,000+ miles is not a good idea. Expect in the not-too-distant future to pay many thousands replacing the battery and eventually the generator. Finding a competent mechanic who knows how to work on hybrids (that’s not the dealer) will be even more challenging. Pass on this.
Thank you for this. Someone just paid and walked away with it anyways. Check engine light was on and seller claimed it was the 02 sensors. Maybe this is a blessing in disguise.
I'm prob not in a good headspace to make a financial decision, so I'm really grateful for everyone's advice. I'll prob just return the money and focus on maintaining the Kia.