1997 Lude for $1300. - Honda Prelude Forum

ajm21 · 08-09-2008, 12:59 PM

Im lokking at buying a 1997 prelude that needs a timing belt and a valve job. The body is pristine! i was looking for some opinions on this deal. Thanks!

vinuneuro · 08-09-2008, 01:22 PM

If that's all that's wrong with it, jump on it.

SiccLude99 · 08-09-2008, 01:34 PM

Do it!

lude4lifeh22 · 08-09-2008, 02:27 PM

1300?

Thats extremely cheap, even for needing that work. Id be extra careful in looking it over.

proeliator38 · 08-09-2008, 02:48 PM

I would get a pre inspection check before you think about buying so you know for sure thats all thats wrong with it

Speed Stick · 08-09-2008, 03:23 PM

Wow I can't believe that there is a 5th Gen that cheap.

BBYlude · 08-09-2008, 03:43 PM

That's hella cheap. Make sure the person selling it seems trustworthy; it's such a good deal I'm suspect of it.

death_adder · 08-09-2008, 05:27 PM

Usually, if it's too good to be true, then it's just too good to be true. Follow your instinct.

Daemione · 08-09-2008, 07:17 PM

I'd consider selling mine for that much . . . but it needs a new engine, plus at least 2 grand in body work.

ajm21 · 08-09-2008, 08:24 PM

Well i am going to look at it on Monday. I'll post what happens. Oh another question, where would be the best place to find valves?

pIERCE · 08-09-2008, 10:43 PM

internet. If your lookin for stock, just look on ebay, but if your lookin for cusom valves(specially made swirl-polished), you might try a high-perf store. Maybe edelbrock??
If all else fails, try the last resort...the dealership!!!

ZRoEXzisTeNcE · 08-10-2008, 03:54 AM

At that price i would forget about getting new valves. I would just drop in a euro r and call it a day. Just make sure there isn't any serious frame/interior/exterior body damage