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MetroMPG · 08-27-2012, 08:46 PM

Why no lean burn? The Hondas that had it were among the most efficient available. (2000-2006 Honda Insight hybrid with lean burn & manual transmission was the most efficient car ever sold in the U.S.)

I also wonder a bit about purchasing a really old car if you're not mechanically inclined (for repair frequency).

I'm sure you'll get lots of suggestions. It might help if you put a dollar figure on your search. Also, are you pursuing efficiency above cost as a goal?

Welcome to the forum!

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