Highlights

Very rare 180bhp Honda Legend Coupe in highly original condition
Low mileage of under 76,000 miles
Highly original car with only stainless exhaust being non-standard
Five previous keepers, three of them in same family
Highly presented and very luxurious 80s V6 coupe
Will be sold with new MOT

The Appeal

Honda didn’t mess about with the name - the original Legend really was as good as its name suggested. Rover built the first cars, but not well enough to meet Honda’s exacting standards, which tells you all you need to know about the car and this magnificent survivor.

The handsome, unassuming Legend Coupe was a clever spin on the executive saloon theme and it spawned many imitators. Yet these were expensive cars when new and so this low mileage, highly original 1989 V6 is one of the best of the handful of survivors.

Beautifully finished in a silvery champagne metallic, it has covered less than 76,000 miles in its 36 years, most of them as part of the same family. It is highly preserved, just some very light bolster wear to the high specification ‘Exclusive’ interior, betraying any sense of use. Neat original features like the high end ‘Tendo Mokko’ veneers and Panasonic radio remain.

The vendor acquired the car in 2014 and has used it sparingly. It is said to run and drive very well and will be sold with a fresh 12 months MOT. As usable as it is show-able, this is a real find for 80s coupe enthusiasts.

The vendor says:

“These are pretty rare now and even more so in this condition. Mine is totally original apart from the uprated stainless steel exhaust I added when the original failed. It even has the original stereo and floor mats, all in amazing condition.

“The car drives exceptionally smoothly for a 35+ year old car. Honda engineering at its best.

“The car is in great shape, a few aged related marks here and there but nothing significant.”

History and Paperwork

First registered in UK 10th November 1989
Five former registered keepers, with 3 from the same family we are told
Current keeper since June 2014
Vendor states they will obtain a new MOT prior to sale
Few miles covered since last advisory-free MOT in 2022
Original documentation includes the wallet, manual and service book
Folder of receipts documenting its maintenance history
DVLA notes a colour change from beige to silver which is likely reclassifying the original paintwork
Recorded as Silver on the V5C registration document, though the actual colour is more of a Champagne shade
V5C in current keeper’s name
Service book as shown in photos

The Condition

Bodywork presents well for its age with only a few age-related marks
Champagne silver metallic paintwork in very good state of preservations
There are few indications of age or use to paintwork or bodywork
Front bumper corner has been repainted following a minor collision
Vendor is unhappy with the quality of this work and suggests it may need redone
Factory alloy wheels present well and are fitted with matching Dunlop tyres
Steel spare wheel included
Grey leather ‘Exclusive’ interior with veneers to dashboard and console
Light wear to note to driver’s bolster but interior otherwise looks barely used
Interior appears in smart condition with original floor mats still present
Original Panasonic stereo remains fitted and is in good condition
Slight damage to rear seat headrest stitching which is common issue with this model
Clean cabin and boot carpets as shown
Underside in good order with no structural advisories on last MOT in 2022
Specification includes electric windows and glass sunroof

The Mechanics

Very reliable 2,675cc 180bhp 24V C27A V6 engine
4spd automatic transmission
Vendor informs us that the car drives exceptionally smoothly for a vehicle of its age
Uprated stainless steel exhaust system replaced the original failed unit

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