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2008 Toyota Prius / Leather / Navigation / Backup Cam / 2 Owners / Clean Carfax on 2040-cars

Year:2008 Mileage:96835 Color: GUNMETAL GRAY /
GRAY

Location:

Richmond, Virginia, United States

2008 TOYOTA PRIUS / LEATHER / NAVIGATION / BACKUP CAM / 2 OWNERS / CLEAN CARFAX, image 1

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Transmission:AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSMISSION
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.5L 1497CC l4 ELECTRIC/GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:ELECTRIC/GAS
For Sale By:Dealer

Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): jtdkb20u983343210
Year: 2008
Make: Toyota
Model: Prius
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Touring Hatchback 4-Door
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: FWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 96,835
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Sub Model: TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID HATCHBACK
Exterior Color: GUNMETAL GRAY
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: GRAY
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Doors: 4

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We are a Licensed Independent Used Car Dealer in the State of Virginia. We strive to offer hand picked vehicles at rock bottom wholesale prices while giving the attention and courteous support to each individual client. We are with you every step of the way including assisting with arranging transportation for your vehicle after the deal is done. We stand behind ALL of our cars 100%. We do our very best with listing and describing our vehicles on eBay. Please enjoy the extensive amount of photos and video we include to help bridge the gap of buying a vehicle sight unseen. By reading our feedback, you rest assure you are buying from professionals. Please READ OUR TERMS before bidding. By bidding, you are entering into a legally binding contract. If you don't have financing in place for this vehicle, do not bid until you have financing in place. All cars are sold with a clean and clear title along with 30 day tags. Some titles may take up to 2 weeks to receive. Good luck bidding and if you need anything, please let us know by email or call. If you have any questions, ask before bidding. Thanks!!

2008 Toyota Prius Hybrid Hatchback

Thanks for viewing this 2008 Toyota Prius Hybrid Hatchback offered by Davis AutoSports!!!! Like with all of our vehicles here, this is a Carfax Certified Buy Back Guarantee Vehicle. This Prius is in Great Condition in for the year and miles!! This is a Carfax Two Owner Vehicle and the Previous Owners took Great Care of this vehicle!! This Prius has good miles for the year with Only 96k!! This Prius comes with a VA State Inspection to ensure this vehicle's Safety and Great Mechanical Condition!! This car Looks and Drives Great as you will see in the pictures and video!! These Toyota Prius' are Perfect cars for those with longer commutes and are in high demand especially with gas prices these days!!

Highlights & Options

Navigation

Leather Seats

Back-up Camera

2 Smart Keys

Fog Lights

New Tires

2 Owners & Clean Carfax

Exterior Condition

The Exterior of this vehicle is in Great Condition for the year & miles. I tried to include as many pictures as possible, and a video, so you can see the true condition of this Hybrid. This car is a Dark Metallic Gray or Gunmetal Gray. All the body panels have the Toyota Badging and from what I can tell is All Original!! Please keep in mind this is a Pre-Owned vehicle so it will show some very minor wear. The Wheels look virtually New and show extremely minimal wear if any and are wrapped with New Tires!! This vehicle is Extremely Clean and overall, the exterior is in Excellent shape as you will see in the pictures and video!!

Interior Condition

The Interior of this '08 Prius is in Great Condition for the year and miles!! The carpets look great as you will see in the photos. The Floor Mats are in the rear hatch area!! The Seats are very clean with no stains, rips or tears and very little wear if any!! All dash areas and door panels are Extremely Clean as you will see in the photos as well!! The AC is ICE Cold. This was a Non-Smokers car and has no odors or cigarette burn holes!! The photos below will show EVERY part of the interior so you can see for yourself how clean this Prius truly is!! This Car comes with AC, Power Windows, Power Locks, Power Outside Mirrors, Cruise Control, Tilt Steering Wheel with controls for the Radio and Climate, AM/FM/CD Player, NAVIGATION, BACKUP CAMERA, Manuals in Glovebox, 2 Smart Keys/Remotes, Push Button Start, Anti-Lock Brake System, Airbags, 60/40 Folding Rear Seats, Rear Cargo Mat & More!! This Prius has the key feature to where you can walk up to the car and press the button on the door handle to unlock the vehicle without having to click the remote. Also, you do not need to take the key out of your pocket or purse and put it in the ignition to start the vehicle...the car will recognize the key and start when the START button is pressed!! The Interior is Super Clean and gets a 9 out of 10 rating!! Please keep in mind this is a pre-owned vehicle and will show some minor wear. Please view all the Pictures and the HD Video to see the truly Great Condition of this Toyota Prius!!

More Info

This 2008 Toyota Prius is in overall Excellent Condition!! The Hybrid Electric/Gas Engine Runs Great and just as it should....Strong and Starts up and Runs with No Issues!! All driving components work just as they should. The CVT Automatic Transmission is very smooth!! Overall, the complete Drive-train has No Issues and runs and drives as it should!! The Tires are New and give this car a Super Smooth Ride!! The Navigation & On-Board Computer System work Perfectly. As Great of Condition as this Prius is in, Please Remember IT IS a Pre-Owned vehicle. Therefore you will find some minor wear from it being driven, both Interior and Exterior. Thank you for viewing our listing and good luck bidding on this Loaded Up '08 Toyota Prius!!

Two Owners, Clean Carfax with Service Records!!

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Ownership History The number of owners is estimated	Owner 1	Owner 2

Year purchased	2007	2011
Type of owner	Personal	Personal
Estimated length of ownership	3 yrs. 5 mo.	2 yrs. 4 mo.
Owned in the following states/provinces	Virginia	Virginia
Estimated miles driven per year	20,025/yr	---
Last reported odometer reading	70,121	74,965

Title History

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GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. Register | View Terms | View Certificate

Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX	Owner 1	Owner 2

Total Loss No total loss reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Structural Damage No structural damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Odometer Check No indication of an odometer rollback.	No Issues Indicated	No Issues Indicated
Accident / Damage No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Manufacturer Recall Check with an authorized Toyota dealer for any open recalls.	Ask Your Dealer	Ask Your Dealer
Basic Warranty Original warranty estimated to have expired.	Warranty Expired	Warranty Expired

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Detailed History


Owner 1
Purchased:	2007
Type:	Personal
Where:	Virginia
Est. miles/year:	20,025/yr
Est. length owned:	12/27/07 - 6/20/11 (3 yrs. 5 mo.)

Date:	Mileage:	Source:	Comments:
12/17/2007		NICB	Vehicle manufactured and shipped to Virginia
12/27/2007	5	Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle
01/03/2008		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Roanoke, VA	Title issued or updated First owner reported
05/04/2009	19,846	Carbone Auto Group 315-724-4216 carbonecars.com	Oil and filter changed
08/27/2009	24,070	Carbone Auto Group 315-724-4216 carbonecars.com	Oil and filter changed
11/03/2009		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Roanoke, VA	Registration issued or renewed Loan or lien reported
01/04/2010	34,691	Carbone Auto Group 315-724-4216 carbonecars.com	Oil and filter changed Three tires mounted and balanced
04/01/2010	42,034	Carbone Auto Group 315-724-4216 carbonecars.com	Oil and filter changed
06/08/2010	45,750	Haley Toyota of Roanoke Roanoke, VA 540-345-1666 haleytoyotaroanoke.c om	Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed
08/13/2010	50,600	Haley Toyota of Roanoke Roanoke, VA 540-345-1666 haleytoyotaroanoke.c om	Maintenance inspection completed Battery/charging system checked Oil and filter changed
10/26/2010	55,875	Mechanicsville Toyota Mechanicsville, VA 804-559-8000 mechanicsvilletoyota .com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed
12/31/2010	60,725	Mechanicsville Toyota Mechanicsville, VA 804-559-8000 mechanicsvilletoyota .com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed State safety inspection completed
02/17/2011	65,384	Mechanicsville Toyota Mechanicsville, VA 804-559-8000 mechanicsvilletoyota .com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed
06/20/2011		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported
06/27/2011	70,121	Mechanicsville Toyota Mechanicsville, VA 804-559-8000 mechanicsvilletoyota .com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed


Owner 2
Purchased:	2011
Type:	Personal
Where:	Virginia
Est. length owned:	8/2/11 - present (2 yrs. 4 mo.)

Date:

Mileage:

Source:

Comments:

08/02/2011

Virginia
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Richmond, VA

Title or registration issued
New owner reported

09/12/2011

Virginia
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Richmond, VA

Registration issued or renewed
Loan or lien reported

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11/21/2011

74,965

Mechanicsville Toyota
Mechanicsville, VA
804-559-8000
mechanicsvilletoyota
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Recommended maintenance performed
State safety inspection completed

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ALL OF OUR CARS HERE AT DAVIS AUTOSPORTS COME WITH A VIRGINIA STATE 12 MONTHS INSPECTION WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

INSPECT BRAKES FOR:

    * Worn, damaged or missing parts.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective linings or drums.
    * Leaks in system, proper fluid level.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective disc pads or discs.
      (NOTE: A minimum of two wheels and drums must be removed from each vehicle at the time of inspection. Consult the official inspection manual for exceptions.)

4. - INSPECT PARKING BRAKE FOR:

    * Broken or missing parts.
    * Proper adjustment.
    * Standard factory equipment or equivalent.

5. - INSPECT HEADLIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, aim, and output.
    * Condition of lamp, wiring and switch.
    * Beam indicator.

Top of page6. - INSPECT OTHER LIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Aim of fog and driving lamps.
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.
      (NOTE: Every vehicle must have a rear lamp showing a red light to the rear, a white light illuminating the rear license plate; vehicles over 7 feet wide or extending 4 inches or more beyond the front fender extremes must be equipped with approved clearance lamps and reflex reflectors. Count load in measuring.)

7. – INSPECT SIGNAL DEVICE FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Correct indications and tell-tale (visual or audible).
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.

8. – INSPECT STEERING & SUSPENSION FOR: (Jack up front end as shown in Manual)

    * Wear in bushings, kingpins, ball joints, wheel bearings, tie rod ends.
    * Looseness of gear box on frame, condition of drag link and steering arm.
    * Play in steering wheel.
    * Wheel alignment and axle alignment.
    * Broken spring leaves, and worn shackles.
    * Shock absorbers.
    * Broken frame.
    * Broken or missing engine mounts.
    * Lift blocks.

9. – INSPECT TIRES, WHEELS & RIMS FOR:

    * Condition of tires including tread depth.
    * Mixing radials and bias ply tires.
    * Wheels that are cracked or damaged so as to affect safe operation.

10. – INSPECT MIRROR FOR:

    * Rigidity of mounting.
    * Condition of reflecting surface.
    * View of road to rear (Truck mirrors must extend at least halfway beyond edge of body) – (Visibility 200 feet to rear).

Top of page11. – INSPECT HORN FOR:

    * Electrical connections, mounting and horn button.
    * Emits sound audible for a minimum of 200 feet.

12. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD AND OTHER GLASS FOR:

    * Approved type safety glass.
    * Cloudiness, distortion or other obstruction to vision.
    * Cracked, scratched or broken glass.
    * Stickers. ALL UNAUTHORIZED STICKERS MUST BE REMOVED.
    * Sunshading material attached to the windshield to ensure it does not extend more than 3 inches downward from the top of windshield, unless authorized by Medical Waiver Certificate.
    * Operation of left front door glass.

13. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER/DEFROSTER FOR:

    * Operating condition.
    * Condition of blade.

14. – INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR:

    * Exhaust line-manifold, gaskets, pipes, mufflers, connections, etc.
    * Leakage of gases at any point from motor to point discharged from system.

15. – INSPECT LICENSE TAGS FOR:

    * Illumination of rear plate.

16. – INSPECT HOOD AND AREA UNDER THE HOOD FOR:

    * Operating condition of hood latch.
    * Presence of emissions system -Evidence that any essential parts have been removed, rendered inoperative or disconnected.
    * Fluid levels that are below the proper level
        1. Brake fluid.
        2. Power steering fluid.
    * Power steering belt - proper tension, wear, or absence.

Top of page17. – INSPECT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM (1973 and Subsequent Models) FOR:

    * Installation.
    * Operation.
      (NOTE: This includes the catalytic converter and the fuel tank filler pipe.)

18. – INSPECT DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Anchorage.
    * Location.
    * Condition.

19. – INSPECT SEAT BELTS FOR:

    * Approved type.
    * Installation.

20. – INSPECT AIR BAG AND AIRBAG READINESS LIGHT FOR:

    * Any defects in the air bag system noted by the air bag readiness light, or otherwise indicated; or
    * The air bag has been deployed and has not been replaced (and is not deactivated because of a medical or other exemption and a notice is posted to indicate that it has been deactivated); or
    * Any part of the air bag system has been removed from the vehicle; or
    * If the air bag indicator fails to light, or stays on continuously.

21. – INSPECT DOORS AT THE RIGHT & LEFT SIDE OF THE DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Handle or opening device which will permit the opening of the door from the outside and inside of the vehicle.
    * Latching system which will hold door in its proper closed position.

22. – INSPECT FUEL SYSTEM FOR:

    * Any part that is not securely fastened.
    * Liquid fuel leakage.
    * Fuel tank filler cap for presence.

23. – INSPECT FLOOR PAN FOR:

            (a) Holes which allow exhaust gases to enter occupant compartment.
            (b) Conditions which create a hazard to the occupants.

Terms of Sale Overview



Payment Terms:

The successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via paypal within 48 hours of auction close to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance within 7 days of auction close. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.

Acceptable Payment Methods:

Cash (In Person), certified check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, or third party approved financing. Please call prior to bidding to insure your third party financing is acceptable terms of payment. All checks are made payable to Davis AutoSports.

Fees and Taxes:

Davis AutoSports charges a $179.00 processing fee. All buyers are responsible for state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title or registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Buyers are responsible for tax, title & tag fees in the state the vehicle will be registered.

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You can reach us via email at Ted@DavisAutoSports.ComCall Ted Lambert at the numbers below:Office (804) 737-1505Cell (804) 852-4907Fax (804) 737-1506 We are located at 5701-A Oakleys Pl. Richmond, VA 23223

Term and Conditions:

All vehicles are sold AS-IS with NO Warranty unless noted differently above. We sell late model, low mileage vehicles that may still have existing manufacturer's warranty. All inspections must be completed and financing arranged prior to bidding. Pre-sale inspections are welcomed and encouraged. Inspection companies are available on the internet as well as eBay. We will gladly take the vehicle to your choice of inspection station within 30 mins of our dealership. Additional keys, owners manuals, key fobs, CD cartridges, and navigation disc may not be available if not included in the listing. These vehicles are sometimes on eBay up to 3-4 weeks before being sold, are driven by employees and test driven by customers, therefore the mileage can be up to 1000 miles more that listed above but is typically only up to 100 miles more than listed above.

We reserve the right to notify bidders and cancel this auction. We reserve the right to cancel bids from those with excessive negative feedback. Please email or call us if you have negative feedback or zero feedback prior to bidding. Zero feedback bidders who don't contact us will have their bid canceled. Upon final inspection of the vehicle, if the vehicle is not as described the purchaser does not have to complete the transaction. We shall gladly refund your deposit IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED. If your vehicle is shipped and upon it's arrival, if it not as described we will gladly accept the vehicle back for a 100% refund of the vehicle price ONLY if the vehicle remains with the transportation company. The vehicle Must remain with the shipping company in these cases. Buyer pays for all shipping charges. Please expect wear associated with age, miles, and vehicle history. We do our very best to describe the actual condition of each vehicle, but please dont rely solely on our content, pictures or even videos. We may use adjectives to describe a vehicle which are the opinions of our staff, not fact. The entire content of the above listing is simply an opinion and not fact. The vehicle listed above may have dings, dents, paint chips, faded paint, clear coat peeling, previous paint work, windshield chips, windshield cracks, wheel scuffs, worn tires, frame damage, frame rust, fluid leaks, scratches, undercarriage rust and/or other wear & defects that are associated with age and mileage that are not visible in the pictures & video, or even mentioned. Please expect stains in carpets, stress lines, worn spots on seats, and other common interior wear even if NOT shown in photos. We attempt to accurately describe our vehicles condition with photos and text. The content in this listing is subjective and should be used as a guide to determine a vehicles condition prior to bidding. If you do not see something photographed or specifically described, please do not assume anything as we are here to answer all questions. Please expect wear and flaws standard on most used vehicles. Maintenance, check engine lights and related issues are the responsibility of the new owner. In efforts to satisfy all of customers, we highly recommend Pre-Puchase Inspections PRIOR to winning or agreeing to purchase a vehicle. We will Gladly bring the vehicle to ANY inspection station of your choice within 30 minutes of our dealership. The customer can make arrangements to get vehicle to ANY inspection station if farther than 30 minutes from our dealership at your cost. Please make an appointment prior to picking up your new vehicle. Allow up to 30 days upon receiving the vehicle title. Prior to bidding, arrangements must be made with our company if your vehicle is not to be picked up in person or if shipping is arranged by the buyer within 7 days. Storage fees of $35.00 per day incur after the 7th day if no prior arrangements have been made in WRITING. Non paying bidders are subject to the following guidelines, a $500.00 re-listing fee and also eBay's non-paying bidder’s recourse. All non-paying bidders that do not communicate with our company are subject to judgments up to $500.00 with Henrico County Small Claims Court. Suits are filed automatically with our legal department. All transactions are taken place in Henrico County so thats where all claims from buyer and seller would be filed. By bidding, you agree to all terms and conditions stated above. If you do not intend on paying for your purchase, we highly recommend you not to bid on our auctions. We pursue all non paying bidders. Deposits are non refundable. We value the integrity of our company, products, employees and most of all, our customers, so by bidding on our auctions you are in agreement to our complete terms of sale.

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