Honda Prelude (1996 - 2001) 2.0i 2d Auto (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
slightly older person laid back, unless its had a bit of pimpin e.g alloys then its a rare car for the modding scene.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
friends say it needs nice wheels and to be dropped. I think so too, but then again my one is a base model, the motegi's look good in standard form.
Would you buy this car again and why?
i would if it was a 2.2 vtec manual type S/SH. because thats the proper performance model. the 2.0 is a mild version of them. Its ok i would recommend it, it does go fast if you put an induction kit. not bad performance once in the high revs but at a cost of fuel consumption!think wisely about the transmission and the paint work scratches easily!
What are you likely to buy next?
something with a 6cyl growl!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,200
When did you buy the car?
March 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
43k S reg £2200 you cant go wrong! had tatty bodywork tho...not a major
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looking for a cheap sports car
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
pretty good for a big coupe, handles ok with 14" steels, 18" alloys have made a huge difference. Can be chucked into corners. The engine sounds good, but the 2.0 is hard to get after market tuning parts unlike the 2.2 vtec. triptronic slows it down its a nice gimmick + is thirsty if driven how a coupe should be, also not quickest off the line but kinda fast once moving e.g 3rd-2nd drop. To put it simple get a manual.
What's it like to park?
a female dog! no offence ladies, this car is very long, has a very low down long bonnet and a high boot. and the paintwork scratches easily. not the best for round town.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
nope! its a honda, beware expensive parts both body and service.
What's most practical about your car?
nothing! its very long and the interior is only good for two adults and may be one in the back.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
