Something Doesn't Add Up

[ekpolk]

Originally Posted By: LS2JSTS

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You have to admit, taken as a whole, this guy in CA has helped Toyota, not hurt them. The focus has clearly shifted from real UA incidents in others models to this circus. That serves Toyota well IMO.
Point well taken. Quite frankly, I had not considered the problem from that angle, but given the way people are commenting about this, I think you're right.

Originally Posted By: LS2JSTS
How you think that the "other" side is stupid enough to pull this stunt is beyond me. . . .
Point NOT well taken. Please re-read my comment. I hope my "light edge of sarcasm" will be more evident. . .

 

[M1Accord]

Addititional information on Prius Boy:

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The is a little more vehicle history in his bankruptcy filing:

1. 2007 AMG SL55 that was repossessed 3/08 worth $122,000.
2. 2004 Harley Heritage Edition sold for 14k
3. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser sold for $10,000
4. Two 2005 Vespa Motor Scooters sold for $1500 each
5. 2007 Dodge Ram
6. 2005 Monaco Motorhome – property returned to seller 5/08 worth 179,871.00
7. 2003 Sea Ray Yacht – returned to seller 2/08 worth $160,000

The Prius was leased and due to expire 12/2010

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According to the bankruptcy filing, it looks like he ran up debt on 17 credit cards. Some of the larger amounts:

Citi $27,965.00
Citi $10,124.00
Discover $4,150.00
Discover $11,530.00
USAA Savings $19,653.00
USAA Savings $27,662.00
Bank of America $12,436.00

Of course, these are classified as undefined debts in California because you can just walk away from them. The USAA Savings accounts are actually credit debt and not his saving funds. This Prius Boy is going down.