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1997 Honda Prelude Type S: market value and price history

1997 Honda Prelude Type S Market Value & Price History

The 1997 Honda Prelude Type S has a market value of $16,383, based on 2 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 2 verified USD sales between $14,300 and $16,750. No sale since Apr 17, 2023, so this value may not reflect today's market.

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Market Value
$16,383
No sale since Apr 2023
Median Sale
$15,525
Price Range
$14,300 – $16,750
Auction Sales
2
Avg Mileage
87,350
Original MSRP
$12,000

Data: DriveIndex. 2 verified auction sales for the 1997 Honda Prelude Type S, latest sale Apr 17, 2023. Methodology

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Recent 1997 Honda Prelude Type S Auction Results

SoldPriceMileageGearbox
Apr 17, 2023$16,75075,000 miManual
Mar 27, 2023$14,30099,700 miManual

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1997 Honda Prelude Type S: Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 1997 Honda Prelude Type S worth?

A 1997 Honda Prelude Type S is worth approximately $16,383, based on 2 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Apr 17, 2023, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 2 verified USD sales fall between $14,300 and $16,750. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.

How much did a 1997 Honda Prelude Type S cost new?

The 1997 Honda Prelude Type S carried an original MSRP of $12,000. Its DriveIndex market value is $16,383. No sale since Apr 17, 2023, so this value may not reflect today's market.

How much has the 1997 Honda Prelude Type S depreciated?

It hasn't depreciated. The 1997 Honda Prelude Type S is worth about 37% more than its original MSRP of $12,000, with a DriveIndex market value of $16,383. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No sale since Apr 17, 2023, so this value may not reflect today's market.

How many 1997 Honda Prelude Type S sell per year?

DriveIndex has tracked 2 1997 Honda Prelude Type S sales at auction.

Are 1997 Honda Prelude Type S sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?

There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1997 Honda Prelude Type S. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.

Where can I buy a 1997 Honda Prelude Type S?

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