[mpg_numbers_guy]

Hm, MIMA aren't MIMA units like $800-$1000 though?

I wonder if something could be programmed using an arduino.

So basically a dying IMA battery isn't losing its ability to be charged by the car, it's losing its ability to hold a charge?

There's got to be a way to wire something up to power the electric motor.

Isn't driving an Insight with the battery bypassed still faster and more fuel efficient than a Metro? 66 HP vs 50 HP and better drag coefficient, and similar weight?

Found two Insights today - a gorgeous blue one with 129K miles asking $2000 with 3 issues: 1) IMA light, 2) musty smell from mice (detailed but still present) and 3) instrument panel buttons broken. Also one for $1200 with 273K miles, haven't asked for info on it but suspect bad IMA too.