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I've been looking at buying a Prelude myself! The prices have definitely gone up in the last two years. I saw a clean 2005 model going for $12k last week, which seemed high to me for that mileage.

Does anyone know what fuel economy to expect? I'm considering one for weekend drives but I want something reasonably efficient.

Don't overlook the significance of the ATTS system if you're in a model that has it. It genuinely improves cornering stability and reduces understeer. Worth seeking out a car with this feature if budget allows.

One more tip - check the front bumper and fenders carefully for repainting. Many Preludes have been in minor accidents that dealers have buffed out. You want an accident-free example if possible.

I think the Prelude market is still a good value compared to other Japanese sports cars from the same period. Less hyped than the S2000, so prices are still reasonable. Act soon though!

To answer your fuel economy question, Amelia - I averaged around 22-24 mpg in mixed driving with my manual transmission Prelude. Highway driving could get you closer to 28 mpg. Not bad for a sports coupe from that era.

This discussion has been incredibly valuable. I'm definitely leaning toward a 2004-2007 manual model now. The consensus seems to be that these years represent the sweet spot for reliability and enjoyment. I'll make sure to have any potential purchase thoroughly inspected before committing.