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05/20/2006: "Prius"

music: Errol Garner
mood: Good

After much trouble with my "certified pre-owned" Volkswagen Golf, I decided to cut my losses and get my self a new car. I figured I'd give the Toyota Prius a try, Toyota makes good cars, I can definitely use the gas mileage now, and I have to say I like the space, the quiet, and the amenities in the Prius.

It's a litte strange not hearing the engine and having it shut off when it feels like it ;-) but they have done a good job of giving you feedback other ways and I'd have to say compared to the Honda Civic Hybrid this car has pickup and passing capability that the Civic really didn't.

It also has a nice solid road feel and generally it sounds and handles solidly.

Anyhoo we'll see how it goes, gotta be better than the last one.

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on Sunday, May 21st, Roy said

Hi James,

The new Prius looks nice! Congrats.. I hope it works out for you. Maybe you can take me for a spin in it some time!