2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid Touring
JHMZC5F38JC005507

Average price: $ 3 461 USD View stats

2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid Touring VIN JHMZC5F38JC005507 is available at IAAI. Last known mileage — 1 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar HONDA CLARITY listings.

Analysis report

This 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid Touring features a salvage title and was reported by the DMV as having severe problems, making it ineligible for certain protection guarantees. The vehicle has been through five owners across California and Arizona, with an extensive service history of 18 records including recent maintenance in Green Valley, AZ. Notably, the report identifies both prior minor damage to the rear and a more significant single-vehicle collision where the car ran off road, resulting in front and rear damage and the issuance of a salvage certificate. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to understand how its title status and accident history may impact its value and safety.

Characteristics

Buy It Now
$3 500 USD
Seller Reserve Price
VIN JHMZC5F38JC005507
Auction IAAI
Mileage 1 mi 2 km
Auction Date (UTC) 08/27/2026 16:30
Engine 1.5l I-4 Dohc, Vvt, 103hp
Color Silver
Body Sedan
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Other
Cost of repair $ 0 USD
Market value $ 15 070 USD
Primary damage Front & Rear

Trade history

Sales history unknown

Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Front
Primary damage: Front & Rear
AI Analysis
Get an opinion: ChatGPT Google AI
Expert Conclusion 5/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: High

Repair will likely require front and rear bumper assemblies, grille and lighting components, hood alignment or replacement, front structural inspection, trunk lid and rear body repairs, tail lamps, quarter-panel and door bodywork, repainting, wiring repairs, and complete airbag/SRS restoration. Front cooling-system components, radar or camera sensors, trunk-floor structure, and rear body rails should be inspected before estimating the final cost.

Advantages
Insurance seller provides a more transparent and documented damage source than a private or dealer seller.
Vehicle appears to retain a generally complete passenger compartment and intact exterior glass.
No obvious major wheel collapse or severe suspension displacement is visible in the photographs.
Modern sedan platform with generally available replacement body and mechanical parts.
Disadvantages
Simultaneous front and rear collision damage increases the probability of hidden structural and wiring damage.
Visible side-curtain airbag deployment adds substantial parts, labor, and calibration expense.
Front reinforcement and rear trunk-opening areas require structural verification.
ADAS sensors, camera/radar calibration, parking sensors, and hybrid-system electronics cannot be confirmed from the photos.
Extensive side scraping and panel deformation will increase refinishing and labor costs.
The one-mile mileage indication is not sufficient evidence of actual vehicle operating history.
Proceed with Caution

The vehicle has substantial damage at both ends and visible side-curtain airbag deployment. Obtain a frame measurement, underbody inspection, cooling-system pressure test, hybrid-system diagnostic scan, and full SRS scan before bidding. The one-mile odometer reading may reflect auction or replacement-module status rather than confirmed operating mileage. As an insurance-seller vehicle, the damage is generally documented on an as-is basis, but the repair cost and calibration requirements remain significant.

Airbags: Deployed Glass: Intact
Damage
Moderate Front bumper cover and grille — Front bumper cover, grille components, lower trim, and mounting hardware are missing or extensively damaged. The bumper reinforcement and absorber area are exposed.
Severe Front bumper reinforcement and impact structure — The front reinforcement is visibly displaced or exposed, with damaged brackets and components hanging beneath the front end. Hidden damage to the crash bar mounts, front body panel, and frame rails should be checked on a measuring rack.
Moderate Hood and hood latch area — The hood has front-edge deformation, an uneven gap, and misalignment near the grille and headlamps. The latch, latch support, and hood hinges may require inspection or replacement.
Moderate Front lighting and front-end sensors — Front lighting assemblies and surrounding brackets show impact-related displacement. Wiring, radar/camera sensors, parking sensors, and calibration requirements cannot be verified from the photographs.
Moderate Left front fender and wheel-opening area — The left front fender edge and wheel-opening trim are damaged or displaced, with missing fasteners and exposed inner components.
Severe Rear trunk lid and rear body panel — The trunk lid is heavily deformed and displaced, with substantial damage around the trunk opening and rear center panel. Trunk-floor, rear body-panel, and rear impact-absorber damage are possible.
Moderate Rear tail lamps and rear bumper — Rear lighting components are broken or missing, and the rear bumper and mounting areas show impact damage. Replacement lamps, bumper components, and related wiring are likely required.
Moderate Rear quarter panels and side body — Both visible rear quarter areas and the left-side doors show pronounced scraping, dents, and creasing. Repair may require bodywork and refinishing, with possible damage to inner quarter-panel structures.
Severe Roof-mounted side-curtain airbag system — Side-curtain airbags are visibly deployed inside the cabin. The airbag modules, headliner, trim, seat-belt pretensioners, and supplemental restraint system control module will require diagnostic testing and likely replacement.
Minor Exterior paint and trim — The hood, doors, quarter panels, and other visible painted surfaces have widespread scratches, scuffs, and surface abrasion beyond the main collision damage.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder JHMZC5F38JC005507
Airbag Location Curtain All Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee Driver Seat Only
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Cooling Type Water
Displacement (L) 1.5
Displacement C C 1500.0
Displacement C I 91.53561614209
Doors 4
Electrification Level PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Engine Configuration In-Line
Engine Cycles 4
Engine Cylinders 4
Engine H P 103
Engine K W 135
Engine Manufacturer HONDA
Engine Model LEB3(H4)
Fuel Injection Type Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Fuel Type Electric
Fuel Type Secondary Gasoline
G V W R Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
G V W R_to Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Make HONDA
Manufacturer HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Model Clarity
Model Year 2018
Plant City SAYAMA
Plant Country JAPAN
Plant State SAITAMA
Seat Belts All Manual
T P M S Indirect
Transmission Style Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Trim TOURING
V I N JHMZC5F38JC005507
Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Descriptor JHMZC5F3*JC
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Vehicle Valuation (USA) JHMZC5F38JC005507
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors
Black, Burgundy, Gray, Green, Silver, White, Red, Beige, Blue, Brown, Gold, Orange, Pink, Purple, Yellow
Display Name Honda
Display Name Touring Sedan 4D
Display Name 2018
Display Name Clarity Plug-in Hybrid
Drivetrains FWD
Engines 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.5 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 111880
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
LaneWatch, Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Alarm System, Keyless Entry, Push Button Engine Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Tailgate Release, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM/HD Radio, Premium Sound, SiriusXM Satellite, Navigation System, Bluetooth Wireless, Backup Camera, Multi-View Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Heated Seats, Dual Power Seats, Leather, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Rear Spoiler, Alloy Wheels, Premium Wheels, Premium Wheels 19"+
Original Owner No
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-08-18
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Automatic, eCVT
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) JHMZC5F38JC005507
Vehicle
Make HONDA
Model CLARITY PLUG-IN HYBRID
Trim 4D SEDAN TOURING
Year 2018
Color Silver
Odometer 1 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $18,000
Base value $17,200
Avg odometer 86,267 mi
Color adjustment $-370
Odometer adjustment $0
Weekly depreciation $18
Private seller price $15,500
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $16,700
Base value $15,900
Avg odometer 86,267 mi
Color adjustment $-340
Odometer adjustment $0
Weekly depreciation $18
90 Days Sold
Price low $13,995
Price high $21,087
Mileage low 41,549 mi
Mileage high 112,721 mi
Active Listings
Price low $13,228
Price high $22,515
Mileage low 41,936 mi
Mileage high 108,720 mi
Days to sell 0 days
Fair market purchase price — $16,700. Mileage is below the market average (86,267 mi) — an advantage.
Vehicle Data JHMZC5F38JC005507
Vehicle
Make Honda
Model Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
Year 2018
Country US
Touring
Name Touring Sedan
Body style 4dr Car
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $36,600
Invoice $35,090
Supply & Demand (USA) JHMZC5F38JC005507
Vehicle
Make Honda
Model Clarity
Year 2018
Market Overview
Supply level Neutral
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 43 days
DSO 43 days
Ingest date 2026-08-17
Listings (90d)
Sold 288
Active listings 136
Final price calculator Estimated value
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