If you are buying directly from a seller (someone on the street) you could ask them to give you the report from the last time they had the car checked out at a mechanic. If it's from a dealer ask them for the car fax report.
Hybrid cars in general are created to be very reliable. I would first decide which model you are interested in. Then I would look at Consumer Reports and that sort of company, so see what the over...
If I were trying to purchase a cheap used car I would look in the local classifieds and on craigslist for cars of the type I'm looking for in my price range. I would get any car I'm interested in...
Saturn used cars are generally quite reliable but it really depends on your luck. You also have to be a savvy consumer and look for the warning signs that might say that this car you're looking at is...