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Originally Posted by Volermo
 Sounds really interesting. Would a 2.0 liter engine from a 2002 to 2006 Honda Civic Si fit ? |
Yes. I would personally not use the transmission though. An Accord gearbox would match an 02-05 Civic Si engine, wiring harness and ECU and give better ratios for the Insight's weight and tire size. It also bolts up to the Si engine without issue.
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Originally Posted by Volermo
I am new to this . Thank you for any knowledge you can share. I will have a 2001 Insight I plan on purchasing from the original owner. They have replaced CVT, radiator and battery pack.Car belongs to a friend of my wife. I do not know the mileage yet. Asking price is $ 5,000. I am guessing my wife’s friend has spent a good amount reconditions this car. Does this price seem reasonable.
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It's hard to find a clean, low mile Insight, and those can hold a premium, but right now they're basically rock bottom in terms of price. It's not uncommon to find many of them at $1500-2000. The CVTs are much less desirable than most because they are less reliable and get worse economy. I would say if it's really clean and less than 125k miles, I would price it at $4000.
If this friend doesn't have a receipt for the battery, treat it as if it didn't happen. No receipt, no warranty, and aftermarket batteries don't last nearly as well as the original OEM did.