1988 Honda Prelude Si 4WS review from North America
"A great surprise of a car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
CV joint needed replaced. $300.
Thermometer died, car started to overheat. $165.
Timing belt broke and bent the valves. Had the engine rebuilt. $3000.
Brake caliper stuck and wore the brake and rotor down. $375.
General comments?
If I didn't love this car so much I wouldn't have put the work into it.
I can beat people off the line with little or no effort.
4WS has spoiled me for other cars. I love this feature.
If you take regular care of the car and have your timing belt replaced when they tell you, it's a great first car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 166000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 31st May, 2001 |