Re: 1998 Honda Prelude

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Re: 1998 Honda Prelude

Jason

27 Dec 2005 17:17

> Looking at purchasing a 1998 Prelude with 85 thousand miles!
> Any thing I should look for as the dealer advised the car is OK I would
> still like opinions on what else. What kind of fuel mileage should I expect?
> 1/3 city 2/3 highway at speed limit.
> Your advise will be appreciated.Any cool sites on Preludes would be
> appreciated.

Try this site
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm

Consider running a carfax report. Try carfax.com
or do a google search for Car Fax or carfax.
The dealer might run one for you for free.

Don't buy it if the car was involved in an accident.
A bent frame is VERY expensive to repair. Of course,
a "bent frame" does not happen in every accident but
why take a chance.

Check to see if the oil on dipstick is black--if so--don't buy it.

Consider having a mechanic running a compression check and hooking
it up to Diagnostic computerized engine tester and running the
standard tests.

Have someone start the car while you watch the exhaust--if black
smoke comes out--don't buy it.

Do a google search for Prelude to find prelude sites.

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Traveller	27 Dec 2005 13:51
Looking at purchasing a 1998 Prelude with 85 thousand miles! Any thing I should look for as the dealer advised the car is OK I would still like opinions on what else. What kind of fuel mileage should I expect? 1/3 city 2/3 highway at speed limit. Your advise will be appreciated.Any cool sites on Preludes would be appreciated.

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