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1996 Honda Prelude Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$20,340 to $26,260

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When the 1996 Honda Prelude premiered, some wondered if the line would continue. The sports coupe market had been shrinking, and the 1996 design was really no different than previous years.

But, the low nose, height tail, massive width, and low roof work together to make this still a wanted car for the sporty macho types and anyone who appreciates a great silhouette.

The standard model comes complete with power windows and mirrors, an AM/FM/cassette stereo, cruise control, a power sunroof and antenna, and rear seats that split and fold down.

Most all drivers praise its handling and many love its acceleration - with some even claiming that at 90 mph, it still accelerates!

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User reviews for 1996 Honda Prelude

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by Paul M
Jan 08, 2010
This is a wonderful car, but im getting outta hand on the maintence. A bit low on the power side for what i want, but it handles like a beast. This car does not have the stock engine. It is swapped out with the vtec version engine. A bit more power(when vtec kicks in) but not that much. I would like to fix this car up, but money is an issue at the moment. Jan 08, 2010
by Saint-Luke S
Aug 03, 2009
loved this car. acceleration was amazing then when vtech cam kicked in spead up even more. sometimes it would wheelspin when vtech kicked in in lower gears. not much room for people in the back though. but a brilliant driveAug 03, 2009
by Laramie J
Jul 30, 2009
Its my first car and i love it. It is a quality car that has not broken down on me yet, and it probably wont any time soon. It is a four cylinder manual with twin overhead cams and just short of a vtech motor. :) Awsome to drive.Jul 30, 2009

1996 Honda Prelude Pricing

Original MSRP
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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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