Which of these two Toyota Prius to buy?

Which Prius should I buy? I got two Toyota Prius offers recently. First one is 2005 with 67k miles for €6,000. Second is 2008 with 120k miles for €7,500. The 05 Prius has been looked after better than the 08 one. I am thinking go for the 08 one, but worry about the high mileage.

Could you offer me some advice please?

David Zhao (Dublin)

Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi David,

If the 2005 one has been better looked after, then go for that one. Condition is always far more important than age or mileage, and given that there’s no mechanical difference between the two cars, you won’t benefit from the newer model if it’s been less well cared for.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe