Highlights
- Inherited from the original owner, with only 153 miles covered since March 2023
- Garaged and well-cared for throughout its life
- MOT valid until March 2025
- Totally original
The Appeal
While the 3rd iteration of the Prelude had lost a bit of its aggressive, angular bite, it was still every bit the free-revving, refined eye for the sports car that the motoring public had come to expect. It was hitting a difficult market - this was a bit of a golden age for the sporty coupe - but it held its own ably. Thirty years later, it's not quite got the reputation it deserves - but folks are rediscovering it in droves.
This particular example has been with the same family from new, and has been little used in recent years. Now, it's seeking a new owner - and is accompanied by an MOT until March 2025. We think this is a superb prospect for a bit of cosmetic restoration work.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1994
- Bought new by the seller's uncle and inherited by the seller in September 2022
- Originally had a full service history, mainly with Honda
- Now, some service history is available, but the book pack and original service history cannot be located
- MOT valid until March 2025
The Condition
- Underside is in good, solid order
- Bodywork has some small dents and dings
- Some areas of corrosion, particularly to the roof and arches
- Badges and branding are all present and correct
- The windscreen has a crack on the passenger side that'll no doubt need repair
- Tyres are looking a little worn and may need replacement
- 3 of these are Pirellis, while 1 is a Kormoran
- Internally, the car is highly original
- Some wear including a rip in the driver's seat
- Light marks across the dash and door card plastics
- All instruments are clear and legible
- Original Panasonic cassette player
- We've no report of any technical faults inside the cabin
The Mechanics
- 1,997cc four-cylinder engine
- Manual transmission with 5 gears
- Engine bay in good order with some surface corrosion
- No known mechanical modifications
- The vendor informs us that the car is great to drive, smooth, and without fault
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