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Q1: Does the car still have the Manufacturer's warranty?
Until recently, we always said that the manufacturer's warranty is voided. However, after spending some time talking to Toyota
USA and Toyota Canada we were informed that the dealers still honor the warranty even though the car was involved in a collision.
To be 100% sure we ask the customer to call Toyota Canada and USA to verify. Please remember that the cars are sold with a
REBUILT title so please mention that fact when you speak with the customer service representative from Toyota.
Q2: Do you provide warranty on your work?
YES. If there ever is a problem with the repairs we performed we always fix those free of charge. We depend on the customers
to spread the good word and that's the only way we can extend our customer base.
Q3: Can I get a warranty (other than Manufacturer's) from you?
Yes. We can sell a third party warranty from Lubrico (www.lubrico.com). Prices vary depending on the coverage but they're
reasonable.
Q4: Is there additional modifications I need to perform after I buy a car imported from USA?
No. We take care of all the necessary modifications and inspections.
Q5: Who pays the taxes?
The buyer pays the taxes (both 5% GST & 8% PST) to us. At the time of registration the buyer pays only for registration &
sticker ($10 + ~$80). REMEBER: for hybrids you will get back up to $2000CAD when you apply for the RST rebate (see Links section
to obtain the rebate form).
Q6: Is there additional fees beside the taxes?
The only other expense is the registration with the sticker and plates (if you require new ones). Registration is ~$10, sticker
~$80 (one year), and new plates are ~$20.
Q7: Is it true I have to change the main/big/hybrid battery every X years?
No. To our knowledge, there have not been a reported case of a failed battery. The system is designed in a way to extend the
battery life. There are Toyota Prius on the road with over 300,000kms and are still using the original battery.
Q8: How expensive is the hybrid battery?
New from the dealer they came down in price from $5000USD a couple of years ago to $3500USD. Used batteries can be located
for anywhere from $500USD to $800USD.
Q9: Does the car require additional maintenance due to the hybrid components?
No. The hybrid components (generator, inverter/converter, battery) do not require additional maintenance. The car will probably
require less maintenance due to regenerative braking and the fact that the combustion engine is helped by the electric system
when propeling the car.
Q10: Can I buy the car from you AS IS and get it fixed at my body shop?
Yes. Please let me know which car you're interested in and we'll explore the possibilites of selling it.
Q11: What does REBUILT title mean?
Definition of Rebuilt brand taken from MTO website:
* Vehicle was written-off, branded as "Salvage" and was repaired.
* To qualify as "Rebuilt", owners must have photographs, documents and receipts of vehicle damage.
* Vehicle must have had a Structural Inspection Certificate from an authorized technician at a Ministry of Transportation
branding criteria. These vehicles must be reported licensed Motor Vehicle Inspection Station.
* "Rebuilt" or "None" are the only acceptable brands for a consumer buying a used vehicle for on-road use.
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