1989 Honda Prelude Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1989 Honda Prelude
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by Anonymous
Jan 12, 2010
This is an excellent car. I recommend buying one if you have the chance and you can still get them relatively cheap. They are becoming collector cars though, especially the 4WS models, so expect the prices for Preludes in good condition to rise in the coming years. They are extremely fun to drive and you'll fall in love with it almost immediately. It is a beautiful car to look at inside and out. The performance, especially the handling, is superb. The build quality is excellent as well (it's a Honda!) but these are performance cars and they do need to be maintained very carefully or repairs will cost you big. Jan 12, 2010
by Chad B
Jan 04, 2010
the honda prelude si is a very reliable car to own it has great performace with the 140 hp dohc motor the car handles like its on rails and with the jdm yellow fog lights and the power roof makes this car really fun to driveJan 04, 2010
by Heath M
Sep 01, 2009
Good Accelerating
Oil Pan Strips
If Dual carburetor hard to adjust
Good Gas Mileage
Small in size
Holds up at speeds 100+
Once you hit 80 takes some time to gain speed
Good control
Low to the ground
Cheap TiresSep 01, 2009
User rating:
by Anonymous
Jan 12, 2010
This is an excellent car. I recommend buying one if you have the chance and you can still get them relatively cheap. They are becoming collector cars though, especially the 4WS models, so expect the prices for Preludes in good condition to rise in the coming years. They are extremely fun to drive and you'll fall in love with it almost immediately. It is a beautiful car to look at inside and out. The performance, especially the handling, is superb. The build quality is excellent as well (it's a Honda!) but these are performance cars and they do need to be maintained very carefully or repairs will cost you big. Jan 12, 2010
by Chad B
Jan 04, 2010
the honda prelude si is a very reliable car to own it has great performace with the 140 hp dohc motor the car handles like its on rails and with the jdm yellow fog lights and the power roof makes this car really fun to driveJan 04, 2010
by Heath M
Sep 01, 2009
Good Accelerating
Oil Pan Strips
If Dual carburetor hard to adjust
Good Gas Mileage
Small in size
Holds up at speeds 100+
Once you hit 80 takes some time to gain speed
Good control
Low to the ground
Cheap TiresSep 01, 2009
by Anonymous
Feb 26, 2009
The car was not only sporty looking and handled beautifully, it
cornered with great handling. The engine was very low
maintenance, with good gasoline mileage. The interior is
wearing beautifully. Safe, reliable, and a real keeper. I am very
sorry to have to sell this car.Feb 26, 2009
by Robert H
Feb 25, 2009
It's not really a sports car since the performance is not so amazing (I didn't do any tune-up or modification).
But this car is fun to drive, the gearshift were precise , seating position good, and I love the pop-up headlights.
Build quality was typical Honda, I have no problem at all with the car, and I only go to the shop for regular service.
Oh, did I mentioned it's quite frugal on fuel?
Feb 25, 2009
by Jesse G
Dec 19, 2008
Out of this world handling - best outward visibility - pretty reliable car - kinda slow
sometimes - great brakes - sharp steering - sweet popup headlights - very very fun
car to drive with the 4-wheel-steering and tight suspension. Very much
recommended for anyone who loves a good handling and steering car. Very low
sitting though and almost no rear seat leg room. Low roofline.Dec 19, 2008
by Anonymous
Aug 25, 2008
Performance - Very good pickup
Build Quality - Very thin panels, kinda flimsy, basically the same as any Japanese car...
Appearance - Really nice looking car, sporty and sweet looking.
Cost of Ownership - Great on gas, though it nickeled and dimed me to death due to maintenance.
Fun Factor - Very fun... A very agile car.Aug 25, 2008
by Mark P
Aug 04, 2008
i rate this cars performance based mostly on its fine handling. it really does corner superbly in stock form and with a little help in the suspension it corners like its on rails! a very reliable honda built in japan and shipped to the us in those times so quality is superb. its a small car but large enough for a weekend get away and ample trunk space for a little honda. a torquey 2.0 liter engine under the hood good to 6k revs. although the power ends a little after 5500. with little aftermarket support for our little ludes modded ones are on the rare side and a sight to see. a must drive in my opinion. Aug 04, 2008
by Anonymous
May 29, 2008
gotta love the 4 wheel steer?May 29, 2008
by John L
Mar 12, 2008
At first glance most people just see this as an old honda.. don't know how much that 2.0si motor can do.. til you blow them away.. lolMar 12, 2008
by Gavin W
Feb 15, 2008
Was a reliable first time carFeb 15, 2008
by Cyrus M
Feb 02, 2008
no mechanical problems w/ 280000 mi, strong motor with quite a bit of power for a light car. definitely a good tuner car to build up and race.Feb 02, 2008
by Colin R
Dec 23, 2007
Great for an old car to get you from a to bDec 23, 2007
by Anonymous
Dec 07, 2007
good car, loves the corners, good pick upDec 07, 2007
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1989 Honda Prelude Pricing
Original MSRP
$14,175 to $18,680Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
