1985 Honda Prelude review from North America
"Performance from the recent past"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When it comes to maintenance, this car is a dream. For the most part I have only had to do the usual 3,000 mile maintenance (oil and air filter change).
When I first got the car (1997) I had the tires replaced, as well as a coolant system flush. These were just preventative measures, and I had the money at the time.
The interior fan recently stopped working and needs to be replaced.
General comments?
There is no car like a Honda! Many people claim that Hondas have a "rough ride"; but I don't share that opinion. The Prelude is a great car in every way.
Handling is wonderful, fuel mileage is great (about 25 miles per gallon), and I have had next to no mechanical problems.
My car will be 17 years old in July 2002 and I must say that I would be shocked if it didn't make it to 30!
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| 1984 - Prelude 1.8 litre dual carburated 17 years old, I can't expect to not have problems |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100012 miles |
| Most recent distance | 141026 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 27th March, 2002 |