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4ws Prelude

By: Peter3950
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06/15/2009

fantastically fun car to drive, it doesn't have the most
power in the world that's for sure, but it hugs a corner
like a motorcycle. the 4ws is mechanical and speed
compensated so it works great all the time. a great
engine that last forever and tones of trunk room. but
don't expect any more that two ppl in it. the frame is solid
and has great rigidity for cornering. i love the front on it,
it started the shape of the nsx. there are a few things i
would change on it though, make it a little bit bigger over
all, seeing as i'm a tall person i need to keep the sunroof
insulation open to get my head in comfortably. i would
recomend this car to anyone oloking for something fun.

Pros: handling, fun to drive, good looks, plenty of options for an older car.
Cons: underpowered, needs better brakes. slightly too cramped but i'm not a small person.
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Wanna-be Racer

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By: Cen3
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08/17/2008

This is an '88 'Lude 2.0 Si with Four-Wheel Steering. Handles great! The body is in near-mint condition. It has new axles, belts, paint, and battery. However, the motor could use a little TLC. It's a pretty decent sports car, and wanna-be racer. I just don't have the money to spend on it now. It's been in the family for 3 generations now, and has been in one hydroplaning accident. There was no damage aside from some minor scratches. It's always had electrical problems, though. Overall, it's a fun car to drive, and it still runs good for being 20 years old and having 163k miles on it!

Pros: handling/4WS, sun/moonroof, manual transmission, fuel-efficient
Cons: cramped back seats, slow acceleration, electrical problems
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Just A Really Fun Car To Drive

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By: Jacob101
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04/27/2008

Ok well looking objectively, I can say that overall it's just a solid car. Mine has over 200,000 miles on the engine and still runs like new. The car hasn't needed any major maintainance at all (just the usual stuff that gets worn - brakes, clutch, belts etc).

With the 4-wheel steering nothing will outhandle you on corners - it makes this front-wheel-drive car handle like its on rails literally, not to mention makes parking and U-turning a breeze.

This car has probably the best road feel I've ever seen, yet still delivers a smooth comfortable ride on the freeway. The interior is very spacious and the driver's seat with those adjustable side bolsters is without a doubt the most comfortable seat I've seen in a sport compact.

It's not a powerhouse by any means but with all the bolt-ons mine has it hangs with most of the mid to late 90's VTEC Civics. Braking is the only area of this car that I have always wanted to improve, but its good enough to stop ya in a pinch.

Pros: gorgeous styling, very comfortable, amazing handling, very fun to drive
Cons: leaves a bit to be desired in power and braking capacity
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Give Me A Corner

By: SLX_1735
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10/01/2009

Decent acceleration but not really fast but this car was made for the track with 4 wheel steering, 4 wheel disc brakes and fully independent with coilover shock suspension. Build quality was excellent for the day and lead honda to new design. I was very hard on my preludes so they needed alot of inflicted repairs as i drove it like i stole it. the interior was ok to look at with some of the best supportive seats i've been in and the exterior reminded me of a dumbed down ferrari of the 80's. Gas was cheap being a honda and all and this car was really fun to drive in the corners especially on gravel roads, makes for a good ralley car.

Pros: handling is excellent
Cons: parts are getting harder to find and expensive
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Simple Amazing

By: Sable_4994
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09/26/2009

This car is just amazing, not only is it yellow (and everyone knows how much i love yellow) but it's a 1988 prelude, 5spd, si 2.0 dohc with 4ws (4 wheel steering).  I really don't have anything bad to say about it, amazing on gas, pretty, handles amazingly, and turns like it's on rails. perfect score!

Pros: 5spd, 2.0si dohc w/ 4ws<3
Cons: old maybe.. but.. no no reasons =D
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Fast

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By: Anthony1098
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06/18/2009

this car has 4ws and im running a b20a1 some people dont like them for the body style but i love it low to the ground  fast pick up and i will never drive an auto in the end i will have a t16 turbo running 15 psi right now the car can do the 1/4 mile track in 10.5

Pros: the handling is great
Cons: the rust
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This Car Was Great

By: John10671
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04/21/2009

I bought this car to replace the T/A... better gas mileage while I was in college ;) I still miss it and wish I didn't trade it in. This was fun and I have a lot of good memories of it.

Pros: It was a great car all around. I beat the crap out it and it ran until I sold it.
Cons: Rust... typical honda... the car will run forever but after 10 years you needed new rear fenders...
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Graet Older Prelude!

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By: Anthony3750
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10/24/2008

Great handling, espcially with some performance tires, gets up an goes, power on demand, low maintenance. Owned 2 of them. Subs from me and previous owner cause doors to rattle on occasion. I love the way this car looks! I am currently getting about 32mpg highway and usually 27+ city.

Pros: Low cost, great power, competative, and FUN!
Cons: Parts can be expensive
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What A Great Car!

By: 88si
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10/17/2008

this car is great.  it is reliable, good-looking, and fun.  my car has held up well, even the paint still looks good.  mine's probably the best looking in town.  I like how much fun this car is to drive, and i can't wait for the years to come.  if you can find a good example, buy it!

Pros: handling, styling, reliability, good looks, fuel economy.
Cons: no ABS, no air bags
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By: Benjamin1065...
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06/18/2008

i like the color,the speed aint bad, needs new wheels, new paint job same color but a fresher one, more horsepower would be nice to.

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