1986 Honda Prelude 2.0SI from North America - Comments

Snapped Belt.

Oil Filter Burst.

Stripped Oil Bolt.

Semi-minor Rust.

1st off I'd like to say that this is a very nice, fast car. So far I've only topped of at 85 due to lack of road, but mods are in the works to cure that. For this car to be a 1986 it feels and drives like a brand new car off the lot. The engine roars like a caged beast trying to get out. Front seats have plenty of room if you are the driver. The passenger and back seats are so-so if you are a tall person like myself. You'll instantly fall in the love when you get inside. The stock sound system is fantastic. It even has a orange dancing light and equilizer (stock). The sound comes in crystal clear, if you like alotta bass, lol let me tell you this has it. As far as speed goes, offline it can waste most imports, but can't touch a V6. I've raced a few and was left hurting. If you ever wanted a car that was low to the ground, give this a try. Seriously I kid you not I lowered mine just 2 inches already and I can and have fit under a semi-truck, no kidding. The sun roof for this car feels like a sky roof. It's big on the inside, gives you a convertible or targa top feel. If you ever wanted a cheap, sporty, luxury, show off car, this is it. Great for the 1st time buyer. Korin_TypeR@yahoo.com.

Mine is a 5 speed and I beat a V8 camero and Trans Am off the line The Mustang V8 beat me.

I have a '84 and smoked a V-6 Camaro off the line. Uphill!

I've had also a 2.0 SE (special edition fuel injection).

That car topped at 240 Km/h and felt very heady on the road at that speed. That was the only time I pushed it like that. Drove it for 246000 Km without any single problem (not even a burned light except brakes once & regular maintenance) Sold it in 1996 in mint condition (pretty incredible) This is the worst thing I've done & always regretted it. I had bought an 90 SR and mom said "you have too many car in my drive-way! Sell one NOW!Her new owner also keep it in amazing condition & still don't want to sell me back even today. Still have 90SR, in my garage, like new.

Last night I raced a dual overhaed cam v-6 v-tech integra and a built up civic with an engine swap. Off the line I had them by at least a car length. Then came second gear where they blew past me. It just goes to prove the line theory.

I have an 86 si and I've left civic's focus's and even some Irock-z's in total shock at gettin beat by a car as old as mine.

I have an '86 SI and it has been one of the best cars I have ever owned. It has had some minor problems such as a leaky sun roof that will dump a surprisingly large amount of water on your head, the speakers were dry rotted when I got it, and it has more hoses, emissions, and wires than I am capable of figuring out. In the two years I have owned it I have put about $1000 in repairs and over 60,000 miles. I have had it up to 100 mph with no problems. It gets 28-30 miles per gallon and needs a tune-up.

I think a nova GSI will beat this car.

Yeah, I got a 86 2.0 Si; one of the best cars I ever owned... I bought it 2 years ago for $500... the only problems I ever had is a snapped timing belt... and I blew the valve cover gasket.. LOL racing a 2000 Celica GT. I was smoking at first let me tell you. I got a High Pro chip, K&N air intake, Flo Master pipes... the thing get ups and goes. I've toped it out at like 145... if ya read this, yeah the 86 is the best Honda did for a cheap fast car that looks good LOL.

I just got an 86 'lude Si, and like everyone says, it's a amazing car. I replaced the belts, alternator, wires and plugs, fuel pump and tires, and it runs like a champ. Never have lost off the line, good on rolls at about 20. Lose most my races at 60.

But I love this car. I have done about 110 - it didn't want to go any faster, and that was not even pushing it hard.