| maintenance costs for a $1 or $2k civic? LOL...russian roulette much? Totally apples/oranges Why buy a new Prius when you can buy a 2012 or 2011 model with warranty? The real question is whether $18-22k for a Prius is worth the price when you can get a Honda or Hyundai hybrid for far less. Or even a non-hybrid econocar like a Corolla or Jetta TDI? Now if you have no desire for a new-ish car, and you don't mind doing some DIY, then sure, go for a $2k beater, but it is a total crapshoot and you better be prepared to spend a lot more than $2k when all is said and done.
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