Daily for years now. One of the best Honda’s ever made.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Mate, that’s so cool to hear

@matthieucedilotte9723

3 жыл бұрын

THE BEST!

@byhsu6140

10 ай бұрын

One of the best looking Hondas!

I have daily driven my prelude for only a couple of months until it decided to break . Watching the videos is definitely giving me the motivation to finish my build with my 91 prelude

@hiemilando

Жыл бұрын

what happened?

@shinobusensui9395

Жыл бұрын

@@hiemilando like really, how you gonna say the car broke and don't mention what exactly.

I've been daily driving a 1988 Honda Prelude 2.0Si 4WS since I purchased it in 2002. Over the years, I have done all the repairs and maintenance myself, and sometimes with the help of a friend. Early on in the ownership of my Prelude, the engine broke a rod, but fortunately the damage was not catastrophic.. Performed a rebuild with a used crankshaft and set of New Old Stock connecting rods (fortunate finds), rod and crank bearings, 3 new valves, and all the other parts needed to refresh the engine such as rings, gaskets, seals, timing components and clutch set were installed, along with a very mild port & polish on the cylinder head intake and exhaust runners while waiting for parts. The engine has been extremely reliable with basic maintenance and periodic tune-up over the years. Around 2009, I replaced the aging exhaust with a full stainless 4-2-1 OBX Header, and stainless 2.5" Catback exhaust from Legal Speed Designs (LSD), which has, in my own opinion, the most desirable exhaust note of any catback system available for the Prelude. I have often driven newer and more powerful vehicles, which are sometimes fun and certainly faster, but I always find the handling dynamics of the Prelude to be highly satisfying. It is a really enjoyable and rewarding car to own, drive and maintain.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Just yes. Couldn’t agree more man and bless you for keeping the thing on the road and in tip top shape!🤘🏼

Owned one for 5 years and traveled around 80k kilometers with it. It is the best daily drive and travel car I have ever driven. Comfirt, speed sensation, driving dynamics! Absolute masterpeace it was only a bit load on the motorway....

Super great quality and definitely suuuper helpful to hear someone not only talk about daily driving a car like this but also in Massachusetts, concerning weather and shitty roads and whatnot. Thank you for this video!

I daily a 91 prelude si and you're so right about the safety aspect there is nothing safety about them but they're fun af

Honda has a life time guarantee on seatbelts you can bring it to them and they will replace faulty belts for free

@hocka4

3 жыл бұрын

Legit?

@never_mention_it

3 жыл бұрын

@@hocka4 yup, they have to be actually faulty or not functioning properly.

@d0gZpAw

3 жыл бұрын

It's actually a "Limited Lifetime Warranty" on all safety restraints and harnesses, but in the manual it states for the "Useful life of the vehicle" so depending on the condition of the vehicle and the dealership service department's discretion, they may or may not do this service under warranty. I plan on asking my local Honda dealer for this repair on my 1988 Prelude 2.0Si 4WS, but I'm waiting until I repair a couple of body issues before I take it in, to reduce the chance of refusal. My seatbelts will still lock when pulled, but in cold and humid weather, the seatbelts do not like to retract like they should.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Good knowledge bro! Im in the same boat

@DirtSweatGears

3 жыл бұрын

I had mine done in 2009, entirely free, in fact they gave it back to me better than I thought they would because they replaced all the clips in the door panel too. They were billing corporate about $1,000 for the work...they're HAPPY to do it. Only catch was that they only had black. Oh well.

currently thinking about getting a ‘91 prelude and these videos have been amazing in helping me make a decision

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome to hear! Hope the purchase goes well!

hey connor ! Im just passsing by to say that you really inspired me to get my own 3rd gen and so far im loving it ! Much love from France

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

I hope that car brings you as much joy as it brings me! Love back your way

Watching from Las Vegas! I daily drive my 88' Si (around 40-50 miles a day) and you covered pretty much everything I experience too haha. It's definitely small, but I've had a total of 6 people in it one time with a full trunk too. I love daily driving it even if it has all the old car problems. 3rd gens ftw

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

6 people might be a world record haha!

Man I'm watching you from France, I don't even have my driver's license yet, but I was planning on getting a gen 3 Prelude since a lot of time, and your videos made me want one even more ! Saying that a lot of things are easy to replaced really encourages me to get one

@WolfHreda

2 жыл бұрын

I also highly recommend the 3rd and 4th gen Accord if you want more room for friends or stuff. All Hondas from the 80s to 90s are fun and deceptively simple.

@thatoneguy1033

Жыл бұрын

Yoo I just got my ba4 in Germany, my drivers license last exam will be in a few weeks, but in retrospect even now I can say having a car earlier to work on and get it running like you want to with the help of friends is such a good idea!

Shout out from South Africa! I’ve seen a lot of these 3rd gen Preludes floating around the used car market lately and I’m very tempted to get one as a daily. Love the look of yours!

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Really?! If you find a decent one, I surely recommend it

Watching from Albuquerque. Have only seen 4-5 other 3rd Gen Preludes rolling around town. I personally have a 88 SI in white that I have been working with over the past 2 years since I got it. I always come back to your channel for inspiration and motivation to keep the old girl running. Great video as always!

Just bought a 2.0 88 prelude started working on it today can’t wait to make it my daily, 2nd owner !

As a 3rd gen prelude owner, parts for the car is hella rare to find OEM, but overall, it’s such a fun car to own and drive daily

@ConnorLee

10 ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree more! It’s such a love hate relationship but fortunately the love trumps!

@antwongarcia

10 ай бұрын

@@ConnorLee any day!

@ciscoledesma9798

8 ай бұрын

​​@@antwongarciaI have a 88 4ws 2.0si but haven't touched it in literally 6 years lol

@antwongarcia

7 ай бұрын

@@ciscoledesma9798 I will TOATLLY buy it off you!

@waites2556

4 ай бұрын

What about after market?

Dude, your channel has come a long way and wishing you continue success. I have a 91 prelude that’s sitting in the driveway but I have not restored it yet. Is it hard to find parts? I’m considering making it my drive around town car.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I will be honest, its hard but not impossible. Just takes some time and ingenuity!

Toronto, Canada. Love your Prelude videos bro! So insightful for when I work on mine, huge fan brotha!

Watching from nc in my room per usual. Also big w whenever you have an amazing significant other man! Nothing better on earth!

Watching from Brisbane Australia.. love the Prelude. I had an 89 as my 3rd car and first nice car. Loved it and still miss it. Crammed 7 people in at one stage.. 🤣 so many great memories and fun times. One of my favourite cars out of all I have owned.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Been thinking of doing a video like that. How many people can fit in a 3g haha

If it were not for you I wouldn’t have my own prelude. Thanks for bringing the prelude to the spotlight this car will gain the love it deserves

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

One love

"Oh man, Prelude, I'm so proud of you dude!" LOL Love it! We all know what thats like. And I feel you on the safety thing, I drive mine defensively because we are so low that people just dont see us ay. Way too many close calls. I've got a photo of my lude next to a double cab ute, and I can fit into that thing twice. So tiny... Puts things into perspective really haha. I'd been daily driving my '91 i16 for two years until recently when I decided I wanted to park her up for some maintenance. Still head out once a week in it though, pretty sure it's actually impossible to put them aside for too long haha! Great vid! Watching from NZ :)

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

✌🏼🤘🏼♥️

Drove my 85 Si for 11 years after buying new. Never had a problem with the seatbelts. First car I owned with power windows and air conditioning. Ohio.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Woah...power windows in 85...legends..SO awesome!

Canada here... sweet ride, "we" love it! Seatbelt...the tension roll in the housing needs replacing... roll cage...get side bars as well for doors... I just did power window install works great...got cupholders on doors in front of handles...cellphone holder is above my climate control...brighter cabin light by my rear view mirror...suspension...go back to 15"...w more tire, get coilovers even cheap to start to try...blow out all drain holes for water...pop up lights...aftermarket available in case yours dies...fuckin awesome profile shot at end of vid...keep turning that wrench... one love lil brother!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

Watching you from Bend, Oregon. Recently picked up 1990 prelude SI with a B21 motor that doesn’t run. Your videos continue giving me the inspiration to throw more money at it until it moves!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Dude I’m born and raised in Hollywood district Portland oregon. So cool. Bend was our vacation home

@jclouw321

3 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee Small world man! I was born and raised in Tigard and still have some family out that way towards Gresham. Recently moved out to Bend after a stint in San Diego.

i don't know why these are so underrated... these are one of the prettiest cars ever

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

Man your car is cleeeaaan, especially from that angle at the end. Love it! Beautiful.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

hey, im from germany and i just saw a prelude parking next to me and now im in love already. its gonna be my first project car

Still my most favorite car to drive! Tight suspension and paired with an H22… absolute blast!

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Still need an h22 in my life

Great car, great video. Keep taking care of that timeless lude. Greeting from Santiago, Chile.

Watching from Australia. Love the car, I've owned two of these over the years and watching your vids really makes me wanna get another one.

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Right on man! I hope you do find yourself another one! Manifest it!

I miss my Preludes.. watching from Boerne TX! I've owned 3 Preludes back in the day ('86, '87, and an '89). My favorite was my '87 white manual SI, I miss that one the most. Some day I'd like to find one again to re-build and keep as a hobby car.

Watching from France and absolutly loving it ! Sending big W's as well

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you brotha🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Hi I’m watching from Belfast in Northern Ireland, nice to meet another Honda Enthusiast, nice looking car by the way, take care and Drive Safe.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

You too fam! Be safe and happy wrenching🤙🏼

Spain man!! Great video!!❤️

Sweet car, man. Been looking for a fun car to daily, and stumbled on the 3rd gen. Watching from KY, USA

@ConnorLee

5 ай бұрын

Howdy from TN!

Watching from the uk, loving the prelude man. Makes me want one more

Watching it from my new phone i bought myself for my 20th birthday. Bought myself an iPhone 13 Pro cos the camera is good and it was a good upgrade from the iPhone 7. And boy the pics are great! Worth it

I had the backseats down with 2 snowboards, luggage, and someone in the backseat. Also fit a 63” Tv in the trunk one time. Don’t underestimate the space in this coupe.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Savage.

@jaxxmarriner8424

3 жыл бұрын

Yup I've moved houses with mine before, and fit 5 adults in there! It can be done!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaxxmarriner8424 Simply impressive

Hey dude, Im watching from Africa, Namibia- your videos really inspire me a lot! I own a red 88si automatic and cant wait to have her up and running in a few months! Peace out and stay safe ✌🏽

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Man that’s too cool! What’s it like in Namibia?!

@wesleydenk9894

Жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee Very beautiful place, where dessert meets the ocean its awesome this side my guy-except for the poverty and corrupt government-besides that its all 100 but its really really hot these days, lol I guess theres a reason why we have the sun on our flag🤣

Watching from Northern Viginia. I had an 89 Prelude back in the day and have always regretted letting it go. I am now in the market for another one.

Watching from the Bay Area! Thank you for your content. I want to start doing mods but I am a little afraid to do them myself. I just have to jump into it.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

start with something small and work your way up!

I am watching from NC. Love what you have done to your Prelude.

@jimmyray914

3 жыл бұрын

Everyone who has a 3rd gen you have to buy this guys 3d printed stuff like I have. :D Get this man one of your gas caps and holders like you sold me. And one of those cup holders that go below the radio like I have.

I had one the same color when I was 21 (my first car) and I miss it. It was a Si 4WS 5-speed manual and man was it FUN and reliable.

watching from Frankfurt / Gernany ....love the ride!!! thinkin about getting one too i already have a nice accord cb3..... much love

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Ooooo cb3!!!

ayo i’m watching rn in school in pennsylvania. love the car bro

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

hahaha taking proper notes I see

Old Hondas are probably the best cars to learn on in my opinion, my first (and only) car has been a ‘93 Accord, absolutely perfect as a kid who doesn’t have tons of experience!

I am legit thrilled to see someone posting 3rd gen videos. I’ve had mine for 20 years and of all my cars it’s by far the most reliable even with 294k miles. Hey Wait you have the C-Pillar bar too. You get that from the preludepower group buy?

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Just Amazon, for a 93 integra :) happy you found the channel man!

@DirtSweatGears

3 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee amazing. I bet the one I bought on group buy as originally made for an Integra too. I remember now, it's from EM Racing.

Very close to getting my 3rd gen prelude, is gonna be my first car, great video aswell!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Hope it all goes well!

Idaho here don’t have a 3rd Gen prelude but I have a 4th and 5th Gen so hoping to get a 3rd Gen soon. Love the car man hope to see more videos

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely more in the que

Freezing cold January, in Canada’s capital -(27). The Lude is put away for another 3ish months, taking in all the Prelude content I can find. Thanks! ✌️

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Got some more dropping for you today!

I’m watching from Southeast Georgia. I never had a Prelude, but I did have an ‘89 Accord LXi coupe..of course with a 5 spd. My brother-in-law had one, 4WS. It was killer.

Beautiful car bro‼️ this thing is a Time Machine for sure

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

There are plastic pins behind each head rest in the back seat pull the left and right pins up and the back seat folds down hence giving you all the room you need. I put my 9ft long board in my prelude try it out...

I’ve had many cars. Including RX7s ,,, 280 Zs ,,, and American muscle as well. My 1991 Prelude, very lightly modified, is my favorite of all. It’s probably one of the slower cars I’ve owned, But,,,, I truly enjoy it as much if not more than anything I’ve driven. It screams drivers car. Love your car man.

Iam sooo infested in buying this car when im older! I love cars with pop up headlights, and thought about getting a ford probe or prelude. After seeing this video, i dont know which one to decide for, because there doesnt seem to be many around anymore.

I still own a 1989 Honda Prelude EX 2.0..automatic which is still in daily drive & i love this car till this moment...an awesome great car...no airbags & no such toys...an awesome car.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh yes the old relics are soo good

I'm fortunate enough to have the centre console in my prelude where ive attached some pencil holders that i use as a cup tray.

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Ohhh that’s a good move right there

Yorkshire 🇬🇧💮 Holmfirth to be exact and I also daily a 3g so this video hits home. Keep up the good work I'm always watching to see what your up to on the Prelude. I've got to say you put out some great content on this car! Take it easy mate.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Much love man from across the pond! Glad to hear Im not the only one who daily drives one of these

@anti-social-media

3 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee www.ludegeneration.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=19016&sid=2aa13884b2f2c08c35e744c3cae794bd

@anti-social-media

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, you should check it out :-)

Watching your video sitting in my 2nd Gen Prelude with no AC here in CA in 90° weather. No cup holders is a bummer. Cup trays FTW! Your videos do provide inspiration and confidence owning these Gems. I appreciate every upload you do on your Lude, keep it up Brotha! Much love from Northern Cali!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Trays for life!!!

@benjaminfriedley2594

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem with no cup holders

@benjaminfriedley2594

2 жыл бұрын

And no heat

Watching from Muskoka Ontario. I loved my 2001 prelude for a daily driver. It had over 650 thousand kms on it when I sadly blew the motor.

@TheGamer-hy4om

2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s amazing such long life

Hey Connor love the video and watching from Alaska!

@ConnorLee

11 ай бұрын

That’s really cool! What part?

@asianv3

11 ай бұрын

@@ConnorLee Anchorage

I would love to thank you for telling us what u have installed in the car so far in the description.

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

North Carolina my guy. I just love Hondas. I've had a 96 2.5TL, B16A swapped civic, and an Accord V6 6 speed.

I just got a 88 prelude si and I love the thing

I loved this car, I was teenager back then ❤❤❤, watching u from Cairo Egypt

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

From Egypt!? So cool man

Weld seat belt mounts or whatever theyre caled from an 88 0r 89 onto the frame of car. Its a bit of work but there a write up online. No more dumb door belts. Fact: They were switched to the door from the pillars supposedly so ppl didnt have to un lock or take off their belt to open door and get out/in

Jenna good luck on your endeavors. Paz y salud

Watching from Tacoma, Washington. My first (and only) car thus far is an 89 Honda Accord LXi.

had one just like this one same color the best car ever. purchased it in October of 87

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

Is that a factory color? I thought mine had been resprayed

@arthurherrera9880

Жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee, factory color sure as heck.

Watching from Tampa, Florida. Great looking Prelude!

Sick vid and sick car man! Very informative and insightful. Looking to get a si with that 4ws for a canyon car.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

what a cool build that will be! So dope man

@diegoserna4157

3 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee thanks man :) excited to see where this channel goes keep it up!

I daily drive my 89 Prelude Si for a year now. Only problems I broke an alternator bolt off, broke both belts, broke an engine mount and that's over the last 3 week period. But I have that all fixed now. I upgraded a few things to make it a little faster and drove the hell out of it.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Not a terrible fox to do! Glad to hear it’s back and running brotha

You: no push start button ,no airbag, and seatbelt didnt lock Me: DAMN I WANT A PRELUDE!!!

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Safety what!?

My lude had a dry rot hose top behind the distributor and of course madddd little work space

Vernon bc, my first car was a white 88 prelude si then many vehicles later I customized a 93 prelude SRV Japanese model. Fun stuff.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh sick. Such fun stuff

Parkland Florida here. Had an ‘88 JDM I drove while stationed in Japan.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

oh thats so fkn awesome!

Best Daily Ever! ...you can feel and be part of the driving experience in a prelude. Its stock power is ok but the handling, balance and visibility are incredible. Best seats (ricaro) for its time too! It was waaay ahead of the game for the late 80s. FUN FACT: The 1988 3rd gen prelude was the fastest car beating even supercars, Ferrari's and Corvette's, etc in the slalom test that year. There nothing like taking a road trip in a prelude. A true "drivers" car.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Ugghh this so true. It’s such a fun driving experience. Handles like a boss even though it’s not the fastest one out there

Watching all the way from cape town South Africa

At home in bed icing my knee. My first car was a 1988 4ws prelude si I miss it so much.

@ConnorLee

11 ай бұрын

Hope you recovered brotha! Thanks for tuning in!

I'm daily driving 1987 Prelude, original too, almost 160,000miles still fires up everytime, and it's manual. This was also my first stick shift, and I fucking love it.

@EcipProFailingNoob

Жыл бұрын

The only things that suck no Cup holders🙃

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

The space between your seat and e brake makes for a great cup holder

What coilovers fit your prelude from what car ? What lip front and back fit from what car ? What rims size you running? Thank you for your help here

@ConnorLee

10 ай бұрын

You can find coilovers for the 3rd gen still. 2 companies I know make them, Megan racing and k sport. Front lip is for a 96’ Accord. 17x9 on the front 17x9.5 in the rear

Watching From Chicago a little late but super dope content!

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Never too late, thanks Wilmer!

I was born in 03 and I daily a 97 type sh. So much fun

These are the BEST looking Honda made, they handle very very well too.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

You sir are 100% right on that

London! 🇬🇧Working on a friends 1990 3rd gen. Also running the Keihin dual side draft carb but the euro UK spec B20a4 engine. Subbed to watch you keep the pop-ups alive!

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Doing my best to keep em poppin’

Im watching from alberta canada and currently restoring a 90 type s prelude :)

I’m going to get coil overs and new interior done and have to replace the door in my side that’ll be easy

I drive a 1991 MR2, I went to Value Village and bought a pair of old high top shoes. I use them as a cup holder on the floor.

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Pro.

@therealboofighter

3 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee pretty much expert level.

Miss my 3rd gen Prelude, what an amazing car that handles like few others and why it's nickname was "mini NSX". Have a 5th Gen now in a constant build state and it feels much like the 3rd gen. Out here in Calvert County, Maryland. Thanks for showing love for these classic Honda's!

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

It really is such an amazing handling car! Cant wait have mine back in the road. Cheers to you the fifth gen!

Mine was awesome, the 4ws was the pretty cool, u could take corners and curves at speed limits and never hear the tires, the only thing I thought was bad was the gearing but that could've been just mine

@ConnorLee

10 ай бұрын

Was yours and an auto or manual?

@jeffday6551

10 ай бұрын

@ConnorLee manual, it smoked really bad, I paid 1000 for a rebuild but got beat on that cuz it still smoked ended up trading and regretted it since

Watching from Kuwait, waiting to get back home to work on my 88 accord.

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

If I'm assuming correctly, thank you for your service. Keep those oldies alive!

Minnesota, i’m hoping to start a prelude build after this summer

Cali bound 😭 and checked you out cuz I was fixing up my 02 Honda Accord ex

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

Ayyy! Welcome and hope the repair went well

@werwefsefsefsef

2 жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLee has been running and driving for 4 years best $500 spent

@ConnorLee

2 жыл бұрын

@@werwefsefsefsef I'd say so!

Im watching from Switzerland🙌🏻

Yo, for the seatbelts. All 3rd gen seat belts don’t lock when pulled. They only lock when the seat belt mechanism itself has been jerked. You can try this by pulling on the seat belt while closing the door. Your welcome

@ConnorLee

Жыл бұрын

You’re a legend

Watching and daily driving a 1990 prelude in France 👌

@ConnorLee

3 жыл бұрын

Let’s goooooo

I am watching this from germany and I actually bought a 3rd gen prelude couple days ago😌

i drive a 2nd gen prelude as a daily, enjoying it every single day.. 1984 model

Ur content just went to Denmark 🔥

What year is it and is it an si? My meighbor hs a 90-91 prelude si and it has power windows an a bunch of power stuff. Hopefully this summer I should be getting that prelude.