2002 Honda Insight RARE-1st Generation Hybrid-CVT is not working. BATTERY GREAT

  • Condition: Used
  • Make: Honda
  • Model: Insight
  • SubModel: w/Air Cond
  • Type: Coupe
  • Trim: Base Hatchback 3-Door
  • Doors: 2
  • Year: 2002
  • Mileage: 178,000
  • VIN: JHMZE14772t000566
  • Color: Red
  • Engine size: 3
  • Number of cylinders: 3
  • Fuel: Gas
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Drive type: FWD
  • Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
  • Interior color: Gray
  • Options: CD Player
  • Vehicle Title: Clear
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2002 Honda Insight w/Air Cond Description

I have a 2002 Honda Insight for sale. I was driving this 60+ miles one way everyday and then the CVT transmission went out. This is a Gen 1 vehicle and the IMA battery is STILL charging strong. This is an ultra rare Honda Hybrid. You will need to tow the vehicle until the transmission is replaced/fixed. I already have three vehicles and a motorcycle and do not really have time for this project. It is a fun car to drive and was really good on gas.
THIS VEHICLE DOES NEED TOWED and A CVT or rebuilt/rebuild/replacement transmission. Since I have not tore it apart I am not 100% sure of the cause of the lack of forward gears.
I have videos of it driving and running. Clean engine. Needs CVT replaced/repaired or rebuilt. I am not sure. Forward gears went out. reverse works but tries to engage the auto-engine stop.
Battery is good and charges great.Assist works greatEngine is in good/great condition. Most last 300K if not longer. Honda engines are super reliable and built for longevity.
You could purchase this and pay for itself with the savings in gas.
Can hear it run now but does not have forward gears (CVT is out). You can buy a replacement close to Indianapolis (or wherever you find one). They sell on eBay, Craigslist and car-part.com Etc.
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGSCity 57/hwy 56 (1.0L engine/CVT trans)EXTERIORLightweight hybrid aluminum bodyRear window wiper w/washerBody-color aerodynamic rear fender skirtsDual body-color pwr mirrorsBody-color impact-absorbing bumpersHeat-rejecting green-tinted glass2-speed intermittent windshield wipersINTERIORFront beverage holdersMap & cargo area lightsReclining high-back bucket seats w/passenger seatback pocketRemote keyless entryDriver visor vanity mirrorLockable glove boxPwr windows w/auto-down driver windowFuel mileage computerPwr door locksRear window defroster w/timerHidden rear storage wellMicron air filtration systemElectronic instrument display-inc: digital speedometer, analog tachometer/ coolant temp gauge, 2 trip odometers, fuel level/battery charge indicators, cumulative fuel economy rateAM/FM stereo w/cassette player, clock, (2) speakersCargo netRear center net-pocketCargo hooksImmobilizer theft-deterrent systemAutomatic climate controlMECHANICAL10.6 gallon plastic resin fuel tank1.0L SOHC MPFI 12-valve I3 VTEC-E aluminum gas hybrid engineElectric variable-assist pwr rack & pinion steeringLightweight permanent-magnet 10-KW electric motor/generatorCalifornia ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) certificationP165/65SR14 low-rolling resistance all-season SBR tiresPwr front disc/rear drum brakesContinuously variable auto-electronic transmissionIndependent MacPherson strut front suspension w/forged aluminum lower armsLightweight reinforced aluminum frameFront wheel driveRegenerative braking *Recharges battery pack during deceleration*Front stabilizer barTwist beam rear suspensionFederal low emission vehicle (LEV) certification14" x 5.5" aerodynamic design alloy wheelsNickel-metal hydride 144-volt battery packSAFETYDriver & front passenger airbag (SRS)Side-impact door beams3-point seat belts w/pretensioners/load limitersFront/rear crush zones4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)