Are Honda Prelude parts hard to find?

Are Honda Prelude parts hard to find?

Preludes are wonderful to own and drive, but as previously said, parts are very limited and getting more difficult to find. If you just want a car to pound around in on the cheap, an Accord or a Civic may be easier to find and a cheaper alternative.

Is a Prelude JDM?

The Japanese version of the Si with the B20A was rated 140 PS with the JDM engine and was rated for 37 MPG. Along with the facelift, a new Prelude model was introduced to the Japanese domestic market, the Prelude INX.

Does the 1997 Honda Prelude have VTEC?

So for 1997, the new coupe will be available as two models—the Prelude and the Prelude SH—and both will be powered by the top-drawer 2.2-liter VTEC engine, which now musters another five horsepower (thanks to a new exhaust header and revised valve timing) to peak at 195 horsepower at 7000 rpm.

Is the Honda Prelude a fast car?

But the old Prelude, despite its VTEC drama, is not as quick as it feels. At the test track, a 5000-rpm launch elicits a bit of wheelspin, and the Type SH will bolt to 60 mph in 7.0 seconds and cover the quarter-mile in 15.5 seconds at 90 mph.

How long can a Honda Prelude last?

With basic maintenance these cars will last 250k+ with minimal problems, if you have a 5 speed. Keep the oil topped off the valves adjusted, and with regular tuneups every 40,000 miles, this car will never leave you stranded.

How much HP does a 1997 Honda Prelude have?

195 hp1997 Honda Prelude / Horsepower

How long does a Honda Prelude last?

Will Preludes go up in price?

Scarcity of rust-free, low mileage Preludes will drive the price up… it just depends how long it takes for most Preludes to come off the roads.

How reliable is a Honda Prelude?

Hondas have a reputation for reliability, and generally the Prelude is no exception. However, the automatic gearbox has caused some problems. Those fitted to the 2.2-litre engine suffered the most, with complete failures not uncommon.