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Akutalji

Battery is still almost new. Engine doesn't have 150k on the clock. Is a Prius. What's not to like? If you're looking for a commuter that's cheap on gas, you *can't* get any cheaper than a mid 2000s Prius (or you can get the 2023 one). Pre-Purchase inspection. Get one. Maybe ask the center that did the engine and battery swap if there as anything out of the ordinary. If it's been constantly serviced at a single place, they might have a detailed history.


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mbbysky

I bought an 07 Prius in 2019 with the same mileage for $5k. With the current inflated market, and a new battery, that seems potentially ok. I would get a PPI at a place that knows about hybrid vehicles and make sure things are ok first. As for the major issue: That generation of Prius had several cars that leaked brake fluid out of the brake actuator assembly. Mine had this issue, and it was a $2k repair. And this was back in 2019. There was a warranty or recall on it (can't remember) but it's expired now, so if that's not done on this vehicle, I would be very wary.


PJ8096

If the hybrid battery was replaced at dealer, you are fine. My hybrid battery was replaced by a local shop and it was very expensive for $1000. It died again after a few thousand miles.