Highlights
- One owner from 3 months old
- Very low mileage & FSH
- Timewarp showroom condition
- Last generation of a great driver’s car
- Long MOT to November 2024 with no advisories
The Appeal
When the 90s coupe revival came along, Honda had form. Its Prelude had been entertaining drivers for four generations. The 5th version marked a return to a more classic angular style but the renowned driver dynamics remained.
With Honda teasing the return of this much-loved nameplate, perhaps there is no better time to rediscover one of the firm’s best two doors and arguably one of the era’s greatest coupes.
It seems unlikely you’ll find a better introduction than this example. There may be faster versions, but this one gives access to the agility and engagement these cars were renowned for. It is a remarkable find: a one lady owner, exceptionally low mileage car in timewarp showroom condition. As you might expect, there is full maintenance history including a recent service and long, advisory-free MOT.
The late 90s is increasingly being recognised as a sweet spot in motoring development and this car shows why. Ideal as a daily or perhaps best preserved for weekends, it is a proper motoring unicorn.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on 21st September 2000
- Initially owned by Honda before passing to lady owner in January 2001
- One registered keeper since that time
- Only for sale due to bereavement
- Full history file with every invoice from purchase
- Bill of sale from owner’s acquisition
- 2 keys and factory fobs
- Tool wrap
- Full factory handbook set with wallet all in as-new condition
- New battery fitted July 2020
- Underside cleaned and treated with Lanoguard November 2022
- Facelift post-1999 model
- Service history a mix of Honda main dealer and two local garages
- Most recent service included brake fluid, caliper clean and a front coil spring
- MOT to 28th November 2024 with no advisories and 16,049 miles showing on test
Service history
- August 2023 - 15,975
- January 2022 - 15,900
- February 2020 - 15,376
- February 2018 - 13,603
- February 2017 - 12,905
- January 2011 - 7,832
- December 2008 - 6,304
- August 2003 - 3,319
- June 2002 - 2,101
The Condition
- Virtually ‘as new’ showroom condition reflecting low mileage
- Very good Ficus Green paintwork with only very minor marks that do not detract
- Bodywork straight and corrosion-free
- Underside with no issues to report and recent Lanoguard treatment
- 16in double five spoke alloy wheels well kept and fitted with mixed tyres
- Ivory velour 2+2 interior with no wear visible to oft-used surfaces
- Gear knob, driver’s bolster and wheel which appear virtually as new
- Well specified car including a/c, electric sunroof, windows & mirrors and heated seats
- Later Pioneer stereo fitted but interior otherwise as new
The Mechanics
- 1,997cc 4cyl F22B fuel injected Honda engine delivering 132bhp
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Full service history with recent attention including brake fluid
- 5th Gen Prelude known for its handling thanks to 67:32 weight distribution
- Reported to run and drive without issue
- Very low mileage car that has been regularly serviced regardless of mileage
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