Looking to buy a CT200h. If anyone is selling let me know. I'm also looking locally dealers and private owners. What should I look for when buying one. Any input is appreciated 👍.
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$15,000 USD
Dover, New Jersey
Obviously look for CELs. P0420 codes are deceiving because it could either be 02 sensor which isnt hard to replace in the slightest (so long as the car is on a lift) or it could be EGR valve malfunction which is a pain in the ass and expensive to clean/replace and could eventually lead to a blown engine if ignored.
Good way to check on battery life/endurance would be to see how long the battery lasts in EV mode while on a test drive.
Other than that just make sure everything works as it should, headlights, horn, interior, electronics, etc
A lot of people when they first buy the CT200h think there is something wrong with the brakes when they hear it for the first time, It'll make a humming noise. This sound is just the brake booster pump building pressure. If you tap your brakes rapidly while stopped you can hear it turn on and stay on to try and keep up with the continuous pressure demands.
Best of luck finding one, especially with how used car prices have been going lately. Post pics if you end up getting one.
Good way to check on battery life/endurance would be to see how long the battery lasts in EV mode while on a test drive.
Other than that just make sure everything works as it should, headlights, horn, interior, electronics, etc
A lot of people when they first buy the CT200h think there is something wrong with the brakes when they hear it for the first time, It'll make a humming noise. This sound is just the brake booster pump building pressure. If you tap your brakes rapidly while stopped you can hear it turn on and stay on to try and keep up with the continuous pressure demands.
Best of luck finding one, especially with how used car prices have been going lately. Post pics if you end up getting one.
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You should check Carmax if you have one nearby. I found one on their website with all the specs I wanted but it was located a few states away from me. I think I paid $250 to have it shipped to my local Carmax and after test driving it and checking everything out... I eventually bought it. Good luck.
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You're not kidding. I bought my 2015 two years ago from carmax and I paid $18K. The car had 35K miles w/nav and sunroof. I'm looking on carmax now and one that is comparable to mine is going for about $25-27K. Prices has definitely gone up.
I must've struck gold with mine. Paid $6k about a year and half ago, back before the chip shortage really kicked in. Granted it had ~195k miles, but its sitting at 211k now and still going strong enough to race.
yeah that's why, plus you've got the oldest 2011 model. Age + mileage = low price.
Make sure all technology works usb points and everything on the screen like the sat nav
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