1989 Honda Prelude Si 4WS review from North America
"Nimble, comfortable, reliable good looking car for its age"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Typical 3G Prelude problems: power steering leak, bushings wearing out, main relay. Nothing major over routine maintenance.
General comments?
Showing its age (13 years). Not as fast as newer cars today, but still handles well (with the right tires). Only 1 spot of rust, paint faded a little, but still shiny. Interior very comfortable and holding up very well.
Not major problems, clutch was sort of pricey to replace. Very reliable for car this age. Will get 30 MPH. Power steering leaked with fluid additive, bushings hard to find, main relay was $35.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 102000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 136633 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 30th March, 2002 |