1998 Honda Prelude

VIN JHMBB6148WC002429

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Details

This one-owner 1998 Honda Prelude has 107,615 miles and is powered by a 2.2L inline four-cylinder engine backed by a five-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels. This unmodified example is painted in its original Flamenco Black with matching black cloth upholstery and is equipped with power steering, ABS, cruise control, a moonroof, and AC. The car comes with a clean Carfax that certifies it as a one-owner vehicle with use in Delaware.

This Honda Prelude has been inspected and photographed by third parties and is found to be in good condition. The inspection does note wear on the exterior paint in multiple areas, as well as discoloring in the headlights. Minor scratches and dings can also be seen around the exterior. The interior is also in good condition, with only minor wear on the seats, dash, and door trim. All interior systems operate as they should. The car runs and drives as designed by the factory. Included in the sale are one key, an original window sticker, and an owners manual.

This Honda is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Middletown, Delaware.

About the model

The fifth generation Honda Prelude was introduced in 1997. Offered with a range of inline 4 engines, the Prelude was intended to have a sportier feel and more involved driving characteristics. Built until 2001, the fifth generation Prelude was the last generation of Honda Prelude produced.

Features and Specs

  • 107,615 actual miles

  • 2.2L I4 engine (V-Tec)

  • 5-speed manual transmission

  • FWD

  • Front and rear sway bars

  • Double wishbone suspension

  • Variable assist power steering

  • ABS

  • AC

  • Tilt steering wheel

  • Cruise control

  • Moonroof

  • 16-inch alloy wheels

Known Modifications

  • None

Service History

  • Owner notes the alternator, brake slave cylinder, and stabilizer bar link have all been replaced

  • 2019 muffler replaced

Ownership History

  • 1998 Current owner bought the car new in DE

Known issues

  • Discoloration and fading in some spots of the exterior

  • Poor quality repaint on rear bumper

  • Scratches and dings around the exterior

  • Discoloration in the headlight lenses

  • Minor wear on the interior trim/dash/door cars and upholstery

  • Radio was not operable at time of inspection

  • Touch-up paint on the roof

Due Diligence

  • Third-party photos

  • Third-party Inspection 8/25/2023

  • Carfax 9/1/2023

Included in the sale

  • Original window sticker

  • 1 key

  • Original owners manual

Specs

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Year
1998
Make
Honda
Model Family
Prelude
Model Generation
5th Gen
Model Variant
-
Model Trim
-
VIN
JHMBB6148WC002429
Mileage
107,615 mi
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Engine
2.2L I4
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Coupe
Driver Side
LHD
Doors
2 Doors
Color Group (Ext)
Black
Color Group (Int)
Black

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