1990 Honda Prelude

$29,995
from
1
listings
$30K–$30K
price range
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Low$29,995
High$29,995
From$29,995
Avg Mileage25,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 1 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1990 Honda Prelude Trims

All Trims Combined
From$29,995
$30K–$30K
1 listings25,000 avg miles
Si
From$2,500
5 listings|$3K–$30K

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Honda Prelude Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 4 complaints for the 1990 Honda Prelude, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
4
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
95V1030011995-24-05
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 4 issues reported over 1 model years, seat belts problems are the most common for the 1990 Honda Prelude. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Seat Belts2
02Engine And Engine Cooling1
03Equipment1
4 total across 1 model years (1990–1990)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Honda Prelude Fuel Economy

20–22mpg combined
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18-19city
·
23-25hwy
·
$3,050-$3,400/yr

The 1990 Honda Prelude delivers 20 to 22 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Prelude - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Prelude - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.1L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Prelude - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Prelude - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.1L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1990 Honda Prelude

30States

California has the most inventory at 21%, with options spread across 30 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1990.

Buying a 1990 Honda Prelude?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1990 Honda Prelude a good car to buy?

The 1990 Honda Prelude has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is seat belts, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1990 Honda Prelude?

There are 1 documented recall for the 1990 Honda Prelude. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1990 Honda Prelude?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $239 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1990 Honda Prelude?

SEAT BELTS is the number-one complaint area for the 1990 Honda Prelude, based on 4 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1990 compare to other Honda Prelude years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Honda Prelude model years. Visit the Honda Prelude buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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