u/NateDizzles

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Is a 2011 Honda CR-Z with 165k miles worth $5k if the hybrid battery was replaced?

I’m looking at a 2011 Honda CR-Z with about 165,000 miles. The seller is asking $5,000, and the hybrid battery was replaced about 2 years ago.
Is $5k a fair price for one of these with this mileage? I know Hondas are usually reliable, but I’m not super familiar with the CR-Z or how long the replacement hybrid batteries usually last.
Anything specific I should look out for on a higher-mileage CR-Z? Also, would this still be riskier than just getting a regular Civic/Corolla, or does the newer hybrid battery make it a decent buy?
I’d appreciate any advice on common issues, transmission reliability, hybrid system reliability, and what a fair offer would be.

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u/NateDizzles — 3 days ago

2007 Camry

I’m looking at a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid with 99k actual miles listed for $5,200, but I’d probably offer around $5,000 or less. Seller says it runs and drives great, no leaks, cold A/C, new 12V battery from Toyota, good tires, recent oil change, passed emissions, and has paperwork.
The main concern is that it has a restored title from minor front-end damage, and the seller says no airbags deployed. Title is in hand.
I know Camry Hybrids are usually reliable, but I’m worried about expensive issues like the hybrid battery, ABS/brake actuator, inverter, and whether the front-end repair was done properly. I’m planning to get a pre-purchase inspection before buying.
Would this be a decent buy if it checks out, or is $5k too high because of the restored title? What should I specifically have inspected before considering it?

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u/NateDizzles — 4 days ago
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2007 Camry hybrid

I’m looking at a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid with 99k actual miles listed for $5,200, but I’d probably offer around $5,000 or less. Seller says it runs and drives great, no leaks, cold A/C, new 12V battery from Toyota, good tires, recent oil change, passed emissions, and has paperwork.
The main concern is that it has a restored title from minor front-end damage, and the seller says no airbags deployed. Title is in hand.
I know Camry Hybrids are usually reliable, but I’m worried about expensive issues like the hybrid battery, ABS/brake actuator, inverter, and whether the front-end repair was done properly. I’m planning to get a pre-purchase inspection before buying.
Would this be a decent buy if it checks out, or is $5k too high because of the restored title? What should I specifically have inspected before considering it?

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u/NateDizzles — 4 days ago