There is a mechanic in a city nearby who restores and sells (and maintains) first-generation Honda Insights. Most of the cars his shop produces have a salvage title. He offers exclusive repair and maintenance service to purchasers. I've done a lot of reading and talking to people about this car—a trusted coworker owns one of his restorations—and I'm pretty much convinced that I want what seems to be one of the most over-engineered, fuel-efficient, cool little cars ever made. So what am I missing? [more inside]
posted by carsonb on Apr 28, 2013 - 17 answers

How's the reliability and driveability of the 2010 Honda Insight? [more inside]
posted by toastchee on Dec 1, 2012 - 9 answers

Asking for a friend. "Jan" is buying a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid, it has 60,000 miles on it now. The dealer is offering a warranty on said car, 6 years or 60,000 miles, for $1600. She is set on the car, but can't decide on the warranty. She has just ended one sided needy relationship with a narcissistic Mercedes with never ending issues. This recent experience is clouding her decision and I suggested turning to mefites. thank you!
posted by jennstra on Mar 23, 2012 - 17 answers

Help me pimp my hybrid. [more inside]
posted by hal_c_on on Sep 26, 2011 - 13 answers

2004 Honda Civic Hybrid won't start, but battery isn't dead. [more inside]
posted by empath on Dec 14, 2009 - 12 answers

Anyone had any experience with hybrid cars? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by answergrape on Jan 24, 2004 - 17 answers