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Syracuse Herald Journal

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Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1997

Page

17

Honda Prelude returns with familiar wedge charm revived

It feels like deja vu as Honda reintroduces the Prelude in a 1997 redesign. The new model echoes the 1983 wedge look, but with a safer rounded exterior and a simple interior. Despite sparse power, the familiar layout and small steering wheel evoke the original charm.

Honda

Honda Prelude: Base and SH models highlight performance

The Prelude offers a 2.2-liter engine delivering 195 horsepower, with 190 hp in automatic. SH adds Sequential SportShift and Active Torque Transfer System for improved handling. Base model remains 2.2-liter with standard features. SH adds leather shift knob and minimal extras.

Honda

Today’s cars offer more features and value

Read about how 1997 models outperform older cars in safety, durability, and ownership costs. Experts note longer-lasting tires and shocks, higher resale value, and lower maintenance intervals. Lucinda Batts cites a well-equipped Cavalier as proof of better value, with modern cars delivering more for similar prices.

Batts Madison County Max Gates American Automobile Dealers Association Jay Houghton A.T. Kearney Inc Detroit Houghton

Automakers Bring Back Rebates As Incentives

Automakers resume consumer incentives to boost demand. GM offers up to 2000 on slow sellers, GM line rebates include 1250 on Pontiac Bonneville SSE and 1500 on Grand Am. Chrysler and Ford present multiple rebates across models including Taurus SHO and minivans. Dealers may pocket or pass rebates. market shows slight softening with sales down 2 percent midyear.

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