1989 Honda Prelude Si review from North America
"Outstanding ride, which offers a sleek and sporty style/performance of a new car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major has gone wrong with this car, even after 2 minor accidents.
Speakers were blown, (Upgraded to 220 watt component speakers all around + 500 watt rms sub-woofers) The subwoofers make the car rattle a lot, but this is to be expected in a 17 year old car.
New tires at 198,000.
General comments?
The handling of the prelude is unmatched in any car in its class. The prelude sits very noticeably low, and feels wide, this allows me to take turns at very high speeds and not feel a thing.
No cup-holders, kinda disappointed.
The Prelude has exceptional pep, the acceleration has been able to pleasently surprise all who drive/ride, especially for being 17 years old.
My biggest issue is the gear ratio. I feel like 5th gear is still only 4th, the RPM's only drop slightly from 4th to 5th. Have other people noticed this? I'm thinking with a performance transmission there would be no stopping this car.
Email SeanAP@gmail.com if you know any inexpensive remedies for the gear ratio.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder 2.0L Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 186000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 199000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 13th March, 2006 |