Prelude generation

Honda Prelude SN for sale

Prelude listings span five generations: SN (1st gen, 1978-1982), AB (2nd gen, 1983-1987), BA4/BA5/BA8/BA9 (3rd gen, 1988-1991), BB1/BB4 (4th gen, 1991-1996), and BB5/BB6/BB7/BB8 (5th gen, 1996-2001). The 3rd and 4th generations offered an optional mechanical four-wheel steering (4WS) system. The 4th-gen SiR carries the H22A 2.2L DOHC VTEC; the 5th gen SiR (BB6) also carries the H22A, while the JDM SiR-S and US Type SH add Honda's Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS) for torque vectoring at the front axle. All generations through 2001 are US-eligible under the 25-year rule; BB-chassis models from 1996 entered eligibility from 2021 onward.

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Honda Prelude SN — pricing right now

Listings: 1
From: $17,786CA$24,866£13,272A$25,256€15,374¥2,849,960
Up to: $17,786CA$24,866£13,272A$25,256€15,374¥2,849,960
Average: $17,786CA$24,866£13,272A$25,256€15,374¥2,849,960

Source: JDMBUYSELL live marketplace data — updated daily.

Make: Honda Model: Prelude Generation: SN Manual

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Available Honda Prelude SN listings

1978 Honda Prelude
VA, USAThis week
Duncan Imports & Classic Cars
$17,786CA$24,866£13,272A$25,256€15,374¥2,849,960

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How much does a Honda Prelude SN cost?

Honda Prelude SN listing on JDMBUYSELL are currently priced around $17,786 USD. Figures reflect active marketplace listings and update daily.

What is the cheapest Honda Prelude SN for sale?

The lowest-priced active Honda Prelude SN listing on JDMBUYSELL is a 1978 example at $17,786 USD. Sort the listings by price to compare the most affordable examples first.

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How many Honda Prelude SN are for sale in the United States?

All 1 active Honda Prelude SN listing on JDMBUYSELL are currently based in the United States.

Which Honda Prelude SN model years can be imported to the United States?

The US 25-year rule (49 CFR 571.7 + 49 CFR Part 591) exempts vehicles 25 years and older from FMVSS compliance. In 2026, that covers Honda Prelude SN examples from model year 2001 and earlier. All 1 active Honda Prelude SN listing on JDMBUYSELL already meet that cutoff.

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How many Honda Prelude SN are for sale with a manual transmission?

All 1 active Honda Prelude SN listing are listed with a manual transmission.

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How much does it cost to import a Honda Prelude SN from Japan?

Honda Prelude SN imports are sourced from exporters in Japan. Beyond the purchase price, importing from Japan adds ocean freight, import duty, and destination-country compliance to the landed cost.

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