1989 Honda Prelude 2.0 Si 4ws 2.0 si

Summary:

Endless possibilities

Faults:

I have an oil leak that I need to fix.

Replaced the rear brake pads.

The C/V joints need to be replaced.

But other than that I have had no problems.

General Comments:

This car handles awesome, thanks in part to the 4 wheel steering.

Torque bites at lower rpm's, but is awesome above 3500.

I love the 5 speed transmission.

Still running awesome even after 250000+ miles.

The back seat could be a bit bigger.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th December, 2002

1989 Honda Prelude 2.0S

Summary:

A quick little car!

Faults:

There wasn't anything that broke on my car. It is a great reliable car.

General Comments:

If you replace everything in this car before it goes it willd you well.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 18th December, 2002

1989 Honda Prelude 2.0 Si

Summary:

The sporty car for first-time car buyers!

Faults:

Replaced the CV joint on the right side. Car still makes ticking sounds while making sharp turns.

Air Conditioning is dead.

High pressure hose for power steering fluid leaked. Got it fixed once and replaced recently.

Speedometer needle functions intermittently. This and the previous two problems are typical to all 3rd generation Preludes.

General Comments:

Nice acceleration.

Great handling. Very firm.

Excellent engine.

Well designed front seats.

Sleek body design.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd December, 2002

4th Aug 2003, 20:32

I had the same problem on my 89 Prelude with the ticking noise continuing after having the CV joints replaced, it has even confused the Honda service technician at the local Honda dealership who commented that he had never come across that noise before.

Have you had any luck in finding the cause of the noise and would you mind letting me know the resolve.

THANKS.

My E-mail address is garethrose@shaw.ca.

25th Aug 2007, 13:12

I've also got that ticking noise with mine as well. Mine's a '90 Prelude, 2.0 Si, and I've fixed pretty much everything on this car. I got a new power steering pump, and I've tried to figure it out, but I haven't found a solution yet. If you find out, let me know.

9th Jan 2009, 06:44

I had an '89 4WS Si for a few years. The whole time I had it it made a ticking sound that was always noticeable with the windows open at very low speed. Had it regularly serviced by local Honda dealership. They always told me it was a non-issue and it never caused a problem. I still loved that car like no other. Pity I wrecked it!

1989 Honda Prelude Si 2.0L

Summary:

This car can easily be turned into a nice street racer

Faults:

When I had gotten the vehicle it was a fixer upper, I replaced the CV axle, Exhaust system, alternator. But what do you expect from a car that has almost 300,000 miles on it?

General Comments:

It's a fast little car.

It has a nice style to it.

It rides real nice, takes turns easy, and hugs the road really nice. The handling is really good.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th October, 2002

1989 Honda Prelude Si 2.0 16v

Summary:

Awesome style and great performance

Faults:

Rear brake calipers had to be replaced.

Timing belt was replaced at 199 000.

General Comments:

This has been the best car I have ever owned.

Its fun, fast and really sticks around corners.

Almost 15 years old and can still smoke all those new civics!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 17th October, 2002

1989 Honda Prelude Si 2.0 4 cylinder

Summary:

This car is fast, stylish, and all at a great price

Faults:

The hood is fading.

The clutch is starting to loose its grip.

General Comments:

This car handles like a $40,000 sports car. Steering is very tight when at driving speeds, but when stopped the wheel becomes loose so it is easy to steer.

The acceleration is great. You will have no problem getting up to highway speed on a short ramp.

The overall styling of the car is sharp, and the front bucket seats accent the sports car feel!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 27th September, 2002

1989 Honda Prelude Si 2.0

Summary:

High on the fun, low on practical

Faults:

Rust and a poor electrical. I had the car in the shop for the electrical many times and in the end I had to hard wire the fuse box.

The sun roof leaked and rusted out, along with the rest of the car.

General Comments:

The engine and suspension were great. I could take on and off ramps to the 401 at well over 100km/h and this car stuck to the road.

The 5 speed gave me decent mileage and made for a very fun drive.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 1st August, 2002