Hybrids - Page 4

Rsv1000R · 11-17-2008, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Ebbs15

actually I think he's right about the premium... but the cost benefit isn't there...

Any links? Cause I disagree

It does tolerate more advance, which makes more power(usually) but it's energy content isn't higher. And some racing fuels contain oxidizers, which allows you to run richer which makes more power, But I've never seen any references that say it has more energy.

derf · 11-17-2008, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Hondahugger

The Bluebook at the time I bought it was $24,000.00, I paid $17,000.00 out the door.

In the last year and 3 months, I've put about 32,279 miles on it. DAM I DRIVE A LOT!!!! So, with that in mind, cost of vehicle, miles that I drive, I'm still kind of figuring that if it doesn't even out, it should come pretty close.

You aren't doing too bad actually, as far as gas savings vs cost of vehicle then. I'm guessing though that the car was already a year or 2 old, and it already had a few miles on it. So while according to the amount paid vs savings you are probably somewhere (by my guesstimation) about breaking even.

The only thing though is that now you are driving a 17k car that is 3 years old with 60k miles on. By that math will you still be driving a reliable car when you are ready to sell it, or when you want to move onto a new one in a few years?

Though 17k is a real good deal for a used hybrid, and that bluetooth in the ear while you negotiate is a great trick, but I prefer to be a dick about it and make the phone call in front of the salesman or manager, so I can watch their reaction when I repeat numbers bellow what is actually given to me.

VatorMan · 11-17-2008, 11:13 AM

Never been much of a gas saver-3/4 ton 4X4 Chevy, M/C that turns gas into noise instead of HP and a Corvette. I do have to say that I can get 28-30 MPG at 80 MPH in the vette. In 6th gear the tach hovers at 1400 RPM.

Rider · 11-17-2008, 11:26 AM

Now that gas is $1.88 a gallon you hybrid buying suckers are crying now that you spent an extra $10K on a vehicle.

VatorMan · 11-17-2008, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Rider

Now that gas is $1.88 a gallon you hybrid buying suckers are crying now that you spent an extra $10K on a vehicle.

Serious. Can you imagine how many upside down loans are out there-dumping SUVs for a Prius ?

Mr Lefty · 11-17-2008, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Rsv1000R

Any links? Cause I disagree

It does tolerate more advance, which makes more power(usually) but it's energy content isn't higher. And some racing fuels contain oxidizers, which allows you to run richer which makes more power, But I've never seen any references that say it has more energy.

I don't... I've read it a few places... doesn't mean it's correct though

Gas Man... can you chime in?

Gas Man · 11-17-2008, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

hey gas dont you mean ls2?

Yeah whatever... its a cage... FTW

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Originally Posted by Rider

Now that gas is $1.88 a gallon you hybrid buying suckers are crying now that you spent an extra $10K on a vehicle.

No shit... got it for 1.80 yesterday... I can handle that!!

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Originally Posted by Ebbs15

I don't... I've read it a few places... doesn't mean it's correct though

Gas Man... can you chime in?

Fuckin ignorance.... damn

come on ebbs... I have explained this like a bizzilion times... can't you find it.

Octane only works for you if your motor is setup for it. octane delays the combustion. If the motor is setup and you are getting pre-ignition knock, then you need a higher octane to delay the combustion.

If not setup to need the octane its a fuckin waste of money.

And "energy content"??? You're kidding right?

And don't even start saying "cleaner gas" either cause if you (anybody) does, you obvoiusly have no fuckin clue.

There is a reason why my screen name is Gas Man... and its not cause I fart allot.

Mr Lefty · 11-17-2008, 05:10 PM

well I knew you posted about the gas... just wasn't sure if it partained to octaine persey... but thanks for clear'n it up

oh and noobs... don't be fooled... dude is gasy as fuck

Gas Man · 11-17-2008, 06:12 PM

I fart in your general direct Sir Ebbs!!

Mr Lefty · 11-17-2008, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Gas Man

I fart in your general direct Sir Ebbs!!

good thing I have my gas mask sitting right here

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11-17-2008, 11:13 AM	#33
VatorMan Wrap Yo Ass in Fiberglass Join Date: Feb 2008 Moto: Feet Posts: 1,605	Never been much of a gas saver-3/4 ton 4X4 Chevy, M/C that turns gas into noise instead of HP and a Corvette. I do have to say that I can get 28-30 MPG at 80 MPH in the vette. In 6th gear the tach hovers at 1400 RPM.

11-17-2008, 11:26 AM	#34
Rider Moto GP Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,156	Now that gas is $1.88 a gallon you hybrid buying suckers are crying now that you spent an extra $10K on a vehicle.

11-17-2008, 05:10 PM	#38
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	well I knew you posted about the gas... just wasn't sure if it partained to octaine persey... but thanks for clear'n it up oh and noobs... don't be fooled... dude is gasy as fuck