Sell your 1995 Honda Prelude for cash

The 1995 Honda Prelude is a small car that came with a choice of 2.2L 4-cyl and 2.3L 4-cyl engines. At 31 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1995 Honda Prelude at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines2.2L 4-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy19–21 city / 24–26 highway / 21–23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900–$3,900 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386–423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA5 configurations
Age31 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 31 years old, most of a 1995 Prelude's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine and engine cooling. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

1995 Honda Prelude recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Honda Prelude. You can confirm with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Common 1995 Prelude problems

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1995 Honda Prelude with NHTSA. 3 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine and Engine Cooling2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
  • Air Bags1
  • Air Bags1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags100,000 mi
  • Air Bags109,000 mi
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages75,000 mi

1995 Honda Prelude service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 24 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1995 Honda Prelude. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Engine and Engine Cooling8
  • Power Train4
  • Equipment2
  • Power Train2
  • Suspension2
  • Seat Belts1

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2003 · 060103

    Vehicle's emission type. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2002 · 010402

    Subject regarding customer complaints that the engine hesitates briefly when accelerating. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2002 · 302

    Customers may complain of a brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine speeds. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2002 · 5905

    Customers may complain of a twang noise from the front suspension that sounds like a spring contact. *slc

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 1995 Prelude: questions

How much is a 1995 Honda Prelude worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1995 Prelude that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1995 Preludes that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1995 Prelude?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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