1979 Honda Prelude Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Honda Prelude was offered up in 1979 as an alternative to Honda's popular but boring Civic and Accord. The first Prelude was in appearance little more than a shortened Accord, with a practically unusable backseat and an oddly-configured dash. It looked more like an experiment than the sleek, sporty coupe it would become.
The 1979 Prelude had a 72-horsepower four-cylinder engine, which were respectable numbers in those days. The 1979 Prelude was also noted for its high-quality tires, which made for enjoyable driving.
Drivers loved the car's power and handling, but most people couldn't get past the car's weird, chopped-off appearance and dashboard. Now, however, the '79 Prelude is a collector's item.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Anonymous
Jan 29, 2011
I bought my first 1979 Prelude when I was about 20. I really liked it. It was dark blue almost black. I ended up painting it black. Unfortunately, I totaled it. I bought 2 more after that, both 81's but I always preferred the 79. The side marker lamps were lower on the fender. Jan 29, 2011
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