Hardest-To-Get Cars

mot · 07-01-08, 01:18 AM

Hardest-To-Get-Cars: Yahoo Autos

The range of hard-to-get vehicles is as diverse as consumer tastes and budgets in general. Case in point: As expected, the most-wanted vehicle on our list is the fuel-sipping $21,500 Toyota Prius hybrid sedan that gets an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) combined estimate of 46 mpg. No. 2 on the list? The not-so-expected gas-guzzling $74,700 Lexus LX Series full-size luxury SUV that gets a combined 14 mpg.

How knew?

OZCAL · 07-01-08, 02:18 AM

I remember looking at used 91-93 80's in Southern California in 94-95. Simply couldn't find one for sale. Used market is different, but I'm sure in the LandCruiser market that was somewhat reflective of the new car demand. Finally found a 93 at a Chrysler dealer in Palm Springs in 1995.

LC_Hamma · 07-01-08, 06:59 AM

I guess many mericans still aren't taken to diesels yet as I thought the TDI beetle would be the #1 choice. If only they knew the diesel would

slam that Prius at the most miles per gallon in the gas vs. diesel debate

D'Animal · 07-01-08, 07:40 AM

I thougth the Mecedes Gull Wing from the 50's or early 60's was one of the hardest cars to get.

Many are buying the Prius since they have the carpool lane decal on them and they do not have to pay on toll roads in CA. I read that the sticker is worth more than the car.

Randy88FJ62 · 07-01-08, 08:16 AM

People don't understand that small diesel vehicles are efficient. There's a reason why europe uses them. Most people get scared by the price of Diesel and look no further.

D'Animal · 07-01-08, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy88FJ62

People don't understand that small diesel vehicles are efficient. There's a reason why europe uses them. Most people get scared by the price of Diesel and look no further.

I am getting 19.8 mpg in my tow rig. I can't complain.

Trunk Monkey · 07-01-08, 08:19 AM

Local dealer has a waiting list for Prius' and sells used ones the day they get them. I've been wondering about the used ones for awhile. With the battery pack having a 10 year warranty and costing like $5k to replace, how is that going to affect resale on them?

Jan-78FJ40 · 07-01-08, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy88FJ62

People don't understand that small diesel vehicles are efficient. There's a reason why europe uses them. Most people get scared by the price of Diesel and look no further.

People understand that, but can't get the cars, since they are not offered for sale here.

Vitesse_6 · 07-01-08, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trunk Monkey

Local dealer has a waiting list for Prius' and sells used ones the day they get them. I've been wondering about the used ones for awhile. With the battery pack having a 10 year warranty and costing like $5k to replace, how is that going to affect resale on them?

You also need some Blue Water in your life

D'Animal · 07-01-08, 09:58 AM

I would buy one of these if they were available in the USA and were reasonably priced.

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Hilux · 07-01-08, 10:04 AM

yeah, it's sad. The Diesel thing has been hashed to death but you just can't can't beat the stupid out of some (most) people. Me and you would kill for a Diesel, and know what they can do...The average Joe though, doesn't know and unfortunately represents the biggest share of the market.

When we do get them, they will be so choked with this emissions BS a V8 will have the power of a V6. And who is gonna want an under powered, over priced motor that the fuel for it is more expensive than high test?(see sig)

I hope I'm wrong...but then again looking to the future and knowing what has happened in the past, all the information is supporting me.

07-01-08, 02:18 AM	#2
OZCAL IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Queensland Posts: 1,000 Blog Entries: 1	I remember looking at used 91-93 80's in Southern California in 94-95. Simply couldn't find one for sale. Used market is different, but I'm sure in the LandCruiser market that was somewhat reflective of the new car demand. Finally found a 93 at a Chrysler dealer in Palm Springs in 1995. __________________ OZ - '97 80, 269,000 k's (Australian GXL) RHD, subtank, CDL, hand throttle, steel wheels w/Dueler 285/75/16s, cloth seats; dual batts, George's LEDs, Yakima rack CAL - '97 LX 450, 136,000 miles (US spec) stock + CDL, George's LEDs.

07-01-08, 06:59 AM	#3
LC_Hamma The Anti-Leafer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Dallas, Georgia TLCA# 3343 Posts: 1,699	I guess many mericans still aren't taken to diesels yet as I thought the TDI beetle would be the #1 choice. If only they knew the diesel would slam that Prius at the most miles per gallon in the gas vs. diesel debate __________________ '73 FJ55 http://forum.ih8mud.com/fj55-iron-pig-preservation-society/76835-pig-chebby-avalanche-trim-%3D.html '73 FJ40 http://s132.photobucket.com/albums/q...&addtype=local '78 FJ40 - future crawler in pieces '93 Ram W350 5 spd. SRW CTD '99 Ram 3500 4X4 5 spd. DRW CTD '74 BMW 3.0CS future project

07-01-08, 07:40 AM	#4
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 10,078	I thougth the Mecedes Gull Wing from the 50's or early 60's was one of the hardest cars to get. Many are buying the Prius since they have the carpool lane decal on them and they do not have to pay on toll roads in CA. I read that the sticker is worth more than the car. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan)

07-01-08, 08:19 AM	#7
Trunk Monkey IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Salt Lake City TLCA# 11251 Posts: 2,865	Local dealer has a waiting list for Prius' and sells used ones the day they get them. I've been wondering about the used ones for awhile. With the battery pack having a 10 year warranty and costing like $5k to replace, how is that going to affect resale on them? __________________ Cory Fillmore TLCA Western Individual Representative 99 UZJ 100 Series Wheels FOR SALE-CLICK HERE

07-01-08, 09:58 AM	#10
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 10,078	I would buy one of these if they were available in the USA and were reasonably priced. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited J8 - Jeep JT Pickup - 4 Wheel Drive & Sport Utility Magazine __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan)

07-01-08, 01:18 AM	#1
mot I ruin surprises. Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 4,017	Hardest-To-Get Cars Hardest-To-Get-Cars: Yahoo Autos The range of hard-to-get vehicles is as diverse as consumer tastes and budgets in general. Case in point: As expected, the most-wanted vehicle on our list is the fuel-sipping $21,500 Toyota Prius hybrid sedan that gets an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) combined estimate of 46 mpg. No. 2 on the list? The not-so-expected gas-guzzling $74,700 Lexus LX Series full-size luxury SUV that gets a combined 14 mpg. How knew? __________________ My e-bay Links New Item: LC80 Rear Plate Holder TEQ Collectibles JDM Toys R/C FJ40 Chassis OEM foglights and HID's JDM LC60/62 Goodies JDM Powered Fender Mirrors, etc... JDM LC80 Goodies JDM LC100 Goodies

07-01-08, 08:16 AM	#5
Randy88FJ62 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North of LA California Posts: 757	People don't understand that small diesel vehicles are efficient. There's a reason why europe uses them. Most people get scared by the price of Diesel and look no further.

07-01-08, 10:04 AM	#11
Hilux IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: I don't feel tardy? TLCA# 9h9-69 Posts: 761	yeah, it's sad. The Diesel thing has been hashed to death but you just can't can't beat the stupid out of some (most) people. Me and you would kill for a Diesel, and know what they can do...The average Joe though, doesn't know and unfortunately represents the biggest share of the market. When we do get them, they will be so choked with this emissions BS a V8 will have the power of a V6. And who is gonna want an under powered, over priced motor that the fuel for it is more expensive than high test?(see sig) I hope I'm wrong...but then again looking to the future and knowing what has happened in the past, all the information is supporting me. __________________ Originally Posted by Hilux I want to be the Ben Braddock of the apocalypse And Resident headache getter ridder of-er for the ladiezzz...

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