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Originally Posted by igo
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The dealer said on the phone that the transmission is messed up and the batteries aren't working. Seemed like they weren't looking to sell it. So I didn't look at it today. No big deal because I found another Insight on craigslist...
So, the one I am checking out tomorrow (private seller)...2002 Red, 5speed, 200,000miles, Battery not working! Asking price $3,500
He was telling me how a lot of insights have messed up 1st and second gears. But, they are fine on this one....He is a total insight nut (I think he owns 3 and is doing an engine swap on one).
So, buying and old 200k insight??? Not for the faint of heart? I am a little worried but, I am pretty mechanical. Think I can handle common problems that pop up on old insights?
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Everyone likes to talk up the price of old insights but honestly, 10 years old, 200k and bad battery to me = $1500-$3k, if you figure its worth the bank, go for it. Just see if he has any maintenance records.
If the XMSN, clutch and other goodies are all original, me thinks less.