Verdict: Boosted Prelude = underrated legend. Would you daily one? Comment below. Option 4: Quick Spec Sheet (For reference) | Model | Honda Prelude 2.0 Turbo (3rd gen, BA chassis) | |-----------|------------------------------------------------| | Years | 1985–1987 | | Markets | Japan, Europe (not US) | | Engine | B20A (SOHC 12v) + IHI RHB5 turbo | | Power | 140–150 hp @ 5,600 rpm | | Torque | 155–160 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | | 0-60 | ~7.5 sec (factory) | | Transmission | 5-speed manual only | | Unique | Optional 4-wheel steering (4WS) | | Aftermarket potential | 250–350 whp reliable; 500+ whp built |
Weakness: Open deck sleeves. Stop at 350whp unless you sleeve the block. turbo-charged prelude
“In the 80s, Honda bolted an IHI turbo to a 2.0-liter, making 140 horsepower. No VTEC. Just boost.” Verdict: Boosted Prelude = underrated legend
Modern build: H22A turbo. 300whp on stock internals. Needs LSD or you’ll fight the wheel. Option 4: Quick Spec Sheet (For reference) |
“Torque steer for days. But for under $5k? Best-looking sleeper you’ll ever build.”
Why rare: Most were non-turbo. No VTEC hype. Survivors are collector gold.
Option 3: Instagram / Facebook Carousel (6 slides) Slide 1 (Cover): Photo of a clean 3rd gen Prelude. Text: The Turbo Prelude – Factory Freak