1982 Honda Prelude review from North America

The clutch slave cylinder wore out at around 160000 miles.

The rear break drums and cylinders wore out at 175000 miles. This is simple wear, however, the repair job cost 300 dollars.

One of the ball joints wore out at around 150000 miles.

Both outer CV boots broke, replacements were very inexpensive.

Now at 192000 miles, what I believe to be the original clutch is finally worn out.

This car is extremely reliable.

With almost 200000 miles the engine burns no oil.

The sunroof on this car is huge, it feels very similar to the open top feeling of a targa when the windows are open.

I am 6'2" and the drivers seat has always been very uncomfortable.

Engine is only adequate, it feels best when shifts are at 4000 or less, unlike modern Hondas.

Transmission linkage feels more direct than that in subsequent Preludes.

Honda dealers and mechanics have always been very good with the car. Most are very interested by it, as most generation 1 Preludes have completely rusted.

Handling is good, even though the suspension is from the stone age. Light weight and sporty tires are the reasons.

Braking is the worst area of performance on this car. A 2000lb car should stop shorter than it does.

These are excellent, if unusual and funny looking cars. As with most Hondas, if anything does go wrong, it is never serious and very easy to diagnose and fix.