Honda Prelude 2.2i VTEC

Pros: ulike other reviewers Iv found and have plenty of aftermarket performance parts. I havnt dyno'd it yet but id say im pushing over 300 HP and 250 torque. Mine has 8PSI boost turbo with standered bolt on's ( headers, intake, Exhaust) Also has a thing called an E Ram connected to the cold aair intake that adds another 1PSI of boost at any RPM. Cat Back Exhaust, Stage 3 racing 6 puck clutch, short throw shifter,and a stage 3 surge chip. Also upgraded to iradium spark plugs which add 10 hp.

Looking to get Sparco racing seat and steering wheel. And a nitros express system still.

Cons: Back seat is small but I just ripped mine out for weight reduction. My car is 300 pounds lighter. And when I first got the car the O-Rings needed to be replaced which is a pain cause you have to take out the tranny. But Hnda's are known for bad O'Rings.

All in All very fun and fast car for the price and lots of afermarket parts you just gotta look at the right places.

I have owned my gen5 2.2 vti Prelude for approximately a month and I've had a smile on my face since I fisrt drove it.

Anyone looking for a true drivers car for peanuts should befinately look in to it. I've had all types of cars, quattro's, MR2's down to sportka's and passats. I currently run a jaguar XJ8-4.0 and I prefer driving the lude.

The tiptronic boxes have a reputation so cautious buyer may wat to avoid, but when you're likely to be paying about a grand for one of these cars, why worry!. I personally prefer the tiptronic, the gear changes are very quick and it seems to make for a more engaging drive. The 4 wheel steer is excellent. Grip and handling (good tyres are a must!) is as good as anything you're likley to ever own.

Reliability is as expected, excellent, however these cars live in the vtec zone +5000 rpm so regular oil changes are adivsed.

My only gripe is the fuel consumption, on longer trips, motorways etc, it is quiet reasonable, however around town dont expect much better than 20 mpg. Rear space for passengers should be treated as storage, and I wouldn't play on taking 4 adults in this car very often.

I would not let this put you off, for what you will pay for the car and the reliability and enjoyment it will bring, this is juse a fly in the ointment.

If you are serious about your cars you should make an effort to at least drive one, you'll be hooked well beofre you get to the country lane.

Treat yourself!!

Where to start? have now owned two 4th generation Preludes, the first a jap import - lovely graphite grey, unfortunately not well cared for - so great to drive, very reliable, but a sad example bodyworkwise, decided it wasnt worth keeping on the road

Yet.. completely hooked, I then bought a 1996 4th gen beauty, very red, very gorgeous, had been loved and cared for - regular oil changes..all a Honda engine needs really

- yes true the rear wheel arches are a problem - bodywork just 2 years ago and its showing again....and any passengers over 6ft have to fold themselves into it, and yes the back seats probably just for show.......do I care?? absolutely not !!

This is an amazing car to drive, it grabs the road and handles beautifully...and when the Vtec kicks in, it is the best driving experience ever - will keep it on the road forever, hopefully

Totally awesome, mines a 1995 import..... If you,ve got a good no claims bonus, get One! I have owned two 2.2 vtec's (import) which are even faster and the BB4 lightweight chassis makes this possible.

Mines stunning silver and she,s been looked after like a queen!!

Reliable, Comfort, Handling...This is the motor,. My vtec comes in at 12mph an then there holy hell, jusy keep hold of the wheel, its a TIGER!!! Pull up at lights and the merc, bmw owners look bemused, cos they dont build cars like these any more!!!!!! Quality!! Never taken this one over a ton!! I know theres 150 there but i wanna keep her!!

Owned for approx 6 months now and for a 15 year old car everything still works which is great, it has lovely leather seats, climate control, and is a nice place to be on short or long journeys, but the thing that puts a smile on my face the most is the sound and acceleration of the engine when you push past 5500rpm and VTEC kicks in.... its an awesome feeling.

I have owned my fair share of cars over the years, many of them German from turbo pertols to DERV's, but none have handled as well as the Prelude. There is very little body roll and it feels safe and well planted through corners. My car is the 197bhp model and can still achieve 30mpg. The only downfall is the insurance costs can be abit on the high side as it is a group 18 car.

Overall if your after a cheap sports coupe that can shift, with a lovely engine note, aswell as being practical then look no further. Just make sure the engine is looked after with regular servicing, timing belt and balance belt changed at 60k and the engine will run and run.

Go on.....buy one! :-)

I love my Prelude more than my other half, by a long way!

the only thing the break on it was the dizzy. never let me down and its as quick as hell, looks great drives great performs great all in all its better in my opinion than most cars on the road today. gotta love the VTEC!

what can i say 2.2 vtec power all the electics roof mirrors and windows digital climate control cruise conrol and prob one of the best driving positions you can get in a car and all for under £1500 ..highly recomended to anyone who wants a fast comfotable and 100% reliable car buy one now you will not regret it

"Luxury Integra Type-R"

Car is quicker than new Type R, Low slung with not much body roll, great in corners, Climate Control, Full Electro-Luminescent Dash is Awesome.

Glove box is literally a glove box (ie big enough for one glove)Rear seats are only good for double amputees.

Best fuel consumption 35 mpg, but this did include some fun driving.

Honda reliability and soooo cheap second hand..... pick one up whilst demand is low.

mine is a 92 vtec 5speed manual.

recently bought it and is easily best car i have owned

the mods were already there poddy extractors big bore lowered

raced a r32 2.0 ltr n/a and utterly blitz it gotta love vtec

these cars are stunning no need for a bodykit

only gripes is backseats are useless lol

other than that preludes are great and sound awesome 5/5

shows the honda haters whos boss haha

it would never trade my prelude for no other car if and when i die i want to buried in it