Problem #1: I replaced the IMA battery sticks in a 2000 Honda Insight about three years ago. It seemed to drive normally for a while, then exhibited non-robust IMA behavior. The IMA light was (and is) not on, and it appears to be assisting and charging somewhat normally, except that it is not...

I found a great deal on a used 2000 Honda insight. 183,000 mi for $1300. Only thing is that it is a little hike from where I am at. The owner thinks the battery is going out. The owner also said that the car has died on him while on the highway before. He was able to restart that car and it was...