- A custom-built tubular chassis houses the two Honda H22A engines.
- The Prelude also has two transmissions and two limited-slip differentials.
- If you want something that’s fun and fast, this could be perfect.
The fifth-generation Honda Prelude was already a solid front-wheel drive coupe, but who could have predicted that one day, we’d see something like this on the market? At first glance, it’s clear that this isn’t your average Prelude, but even the over-the-top exterior upgrades don’t fully prepare you for the madness hiding under the skin.
Two Engines, Double the VTEC
Sure, the Prelude has always been known for its 2.2-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder under the hood. But here’s where it gets wild, as this one has a second 2.2-liter four-cylinder. That’s right, there’s an engine mounted directly behind the passenger compartment, giving you two VTEC-powered engines working together in perfect harmony (or chaos, depending on how you look at it).
Now, if you’ve ever yelled “VTEC just kicked in, yo!” you know how exhilarating that is. But imagine shouting it twice, because that’s what happens when these two fiery engines scream their way toward redline in unison.
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Obviously, building a car with two engines and two five-speed transmissions is no easy task, so this Prelude is built around a custom tubular chassis. The throttle, clutch pedal, and gear shifter are linked to both engines and transmissions, but the car can also be driven in front-wheel drive only, using the standard engine up front.
When new, Honda’s H22A engine delivered 200 hp and 156 lb-ft (211 Nm) of torque, meaning this car now has around 400 hp on tap. A video shared with the Cars & Bids listing shows it hitting 60 mph (96 km/h) in under 4 seconds, a seriously impressive feat. Making the car all the more impressive is the fact it weighs just 2,820 lbs (1,279 kg).
Other Notable Upgrades
Heaps of other upgrades have been made to the car. It includes a 12-gallon fuel cell, 15-inch Rota Slipstream wheels, and Toyo Proxes R888R tires. Plus, there are custom rear upper control arms, lowering springs, a stripped-out interior with an integrated roll cage, and a pair of racing bucket seats.
The car’s listing mentions that it has 138,300 miles (222,572 km) on the clock and that it was issued a salvage title in 2009 after a crash. Fortunately, it was rebuilt and now holds a clean North Carolina title.
If you’re itching to get your hands on this bizarre, double-engine Prelude, you can check out the listing and place your bid on Cars & Bids here.
