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1983 HONDA PRELUDE, LONG TIME ORIGINAL OWNER 1983-2014, 84K MILES, UNRESTORED, EXCELLENT CONDITION.
CALL DAN AT 513-256-5543 WITH ANY QUESTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE
Cincy Classic Cars is proud to offer this 1983 5 Speed Honda Prelude which is in wonderful original unrestored condition and priced to sell. This Prelude has only been owned by one family with the original owner having it from new until he sold it in 2014 to his brother in law. This Prelude is like new in every way and very importantly it was rust proofed when new with Ziebart rust proofing and has absolutely no rust or indication of rust anywhere around the car. This Prelude features spectacular original Red paint, a fantastic Black original interior, the original factory drive line which has been properly maintained from new, a Factory 5 Speed manual transmission, and service records from current to when car was purchased new, also all the dealer books and manuals. This Prelude has no visible rust on the body and no bubbling paint, and has great lines and gaps. The underside was fully rust proofed when new and is very solid and rust free. There are no rust concerns anywhere on the frame, floors, or rockers. This Prelude is finished in the beautiful and desirable factory color combinations of Red over Black interior.
Exterior
The Red exterior is in unrestored fantastic condition. This Prelude features all original sheet metal with no patches or repairs and excellent original Red factory paint. Everything is original on the exterior including all trim, weather stripping, body moldings, glass, bumpers, etc. and all are in excellent condition. The paint is in superb condition and has been very well maintained and has an excellent gloss and has a very smooth like glass feel. There are no signs of visible rust anywhere underneath on this car and both bumpers are in great condition. This Prelude was under coated with Ziebart rust proofing when new which did a great job of protecting this car from harsh elements and environments. The tires have excellent tread and are like new and the wheels are in excellent condition. All weather stripping and window seals are in great condition. Trunk is very solid and clean with the original spare tire, and the original correct tool kit.
Interior
The Black cloth interior of this Prelude is all original and in excellent overall condition. The original seat covers are in great condition with no excessive wear or rips. These are not replacements but factory original covers. The carpet is original and near perfect with no major stains, rips, or holes. The original dash is in like new condition with no cracks or fading. The original stereo works well and sounds good. The original door panels are in excellent condition and both door pulls are solid and in tact. The headliner is in great shape and not sagging at all. All interior and exterior lights and gauges work as they should. The stereo, wipers, heater, rear defrost, horn, cigarette lighter, clock, and blower motor all work. Everything checked on this car works as it should. Headlights go up and down together quickly and correctly. This car has not been smoked in; there is no aroma what so ever, and all ash trays are very clean.
Mechanical
This Prelude is in exceptional mechanical condition with recent maintenance. This Prelude has service records and receipts from current back to when the car was new. It was owned by one meticulous gentleman from new until 2014 and all work performed is documented and all receipts come with the sale. Miles are Actual and documented on several receipts and two different titles. I have driven this car numerous times and it drives well and gets a lot of attention while cruising around rowing through the gears. This Prelude has been properly maintained and has had recent maintenance including: new water pump and new timing belt, brake work including new master cylinder, new thermostat, exhaust work with newer muffler, and replacement front and rear struts. We have driven this car numerous times and it always performs well, it does not run hot, it rides tight, and is always a joy to drive. The smiles, thumbs up, and attention you get driving this car really adds to the enjoyment factor. In the video one can observe this car running and driving with no excessive rattles or noises, and the car handles and performs well. This Prelude is an exceptional driver that feels great on the road and at highway speeds. There is no smoke when starting or driving the car and it idles perfectly. It starts right away every time and runs well. The brakes do not pull and stop as they should and were recently serviced. Also, the engine is clean and nicely detailed as one can see from the photos.
CALL DAN AT 513-256-5543 WITH ANY QUESTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE
