Honda Car Forum

I found a green 1997 honda prelude on autotrader.com with 100k miles for $4500. is this a good deal? how much longer will it last? will it last at least another 50k miles? also, this will be my first car. I'm 17 years oldand dont wurry I know how to handle it, all i've ever driven is my friend's mustang

No it's not a good deal, but yes it will probably last to 150K. Unless it's been riced out and driven hard.

That car is way too powerful to be your first car. Learn to drive with 100 HP before you mess around with 200 HP.

if you dont buy it i will

Too much money for that model year. With $4500 you could definitely find a better deal. Look for a car that is selling for $5500 and talk them down. I know you are anxious but slow down your jets and wait it out. At least contact the seller and say you only have $3000 and that's all you can get. Sometimes people put the highest price in the ad but then take less if they really need the money. I bought a car once where the ad wanted $2950 and then I paid $1700 for it after I offered $1500. So chill out!!

a little to pricey.. but its a good low milage for its yr.. If its a non vtec i wouldnt buy it for that price more likely 3500 or below.. Ask for the maintenance and has it been race before? if it has been race before i wouldnt even grab it for you do no now how mad he runnin that prelude.. over all it will last longer than 50k.. just have to maintain it and ask for the maintenance history.. goodluck findin your first car.. i would look into civic hatches and swap in a motor.. all u have to do is feel the car.. drive it slow and slowly go to the next level.. i know how it feels to be down ohh u cannot handle this and that.. trust me i put them to shame by drivin a supercharge mustang at age 17.. goodluck

If the car is in good condition then yes, that is a good deal

A little pricey, but if you take good care of it it can last up to another 100k or so. If it's in a good condition, then go for it.

I think this is a good deal. I have 98 prelude with 217k and still runs great, so dont worry, hondas will last a very long time!

Yes it will last another 50K but it's a bit pricey UNLESS it is loaded with working extras. My Civic was going strong at 260,000 when I lost it to an accident. If you take care of the Honda, it will take care of you. Be sure you have someone help you look at it. Do an auto history check to be sure where the car has been. Ask the sellers about the repair history . I think you can do better, Try for a newer car. Good luck