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1997 Honda Prelude VIN decoder

Decode any 1997 Honda Prelude VIN here - free, no sign-up - then see every build configuration the catalog holds for this model year and 100 real sample VINs.

Every sample 1997 Honda Prelude VIN in this catalog starts with the world manufacturer identifier JHM. The tenth character is V, the model-year code for 1997; the eleventh is the assembly-plant code, C here. The factory records place assembly at Sayama, Japan. One engine is recorded for this model year: 2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · Gasoline. The catalog holds 100 sample 1997 Honda Prelude VINs. Decode your own with the field at the top of this page.

1997 Honda Prelude trims, engines and plants

6 build configurations across 99 sample VINs, decoded from the 11-character VIN prefix. A blank cell means the factory record carries no value.

Series / TrimEngineTransmissionBodyDoors / seatsPlantSample VINs
VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan32
VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan27
VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan15
VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan14
SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan9
SH · EX2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupe2-doorSayama, Japan2

Sample 1997 Honda Prelude VINs

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These are catalog sample VINs, not cars for sale. Choosing one puts it in the VIN field at the top of the page - replace it with the VIN of the car you are looking at.

VINSeries / TrimEngineTransmissionBodyPlant
JHMBB6140VC000334VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6140VC003525VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6140VC009700VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6140VC012435VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6140VC012516VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6140VC012726VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6141VC002769VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6141VC003436VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6141VC015571VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6142VC003476VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6142VC010430VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6142VC012243VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6142VC013005VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6143VC004653VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6143VC015247VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC002135VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC005729VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC010588VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC012390VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC015192VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC016133VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6144VC016584VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6145VC000359VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6145VC000846VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6145VC002449VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6145VC801471VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6145VC801955VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6146VC000337VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6146VC003416VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6146VC005909VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6146VC009135VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6147VC005059VTEC · LX w/ABS2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6148VC001165VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6148VC005894VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6148VC016569VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6149VC000123VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6149VC000137VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6149VC801408VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB614XVC000826VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB614XVC002995VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB614XVC011664VTEC2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6150VC011696SH · EX2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6152VC008055SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6153VC015290SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6155VC009958SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6156VC010472SH · EX2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6157VC008276SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6157VC008665SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6158VC011011SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan
JHMBB6159VC008294SH2.2L · 4-cyl · 195 hp · GasolineManual/StandardCoupeSayama, Japan

Factory specs by VIN prefix

Specs are decoded from manufacturer build data for the 11-character VIN prefix and are shown in English.

JHMBB6140VC - VTEC · LX w/ABS
Series
VTEC
Trim
LX w/ABS
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6141VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6142VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6143VC - VTEC · LX w/ABS
Series
VTEC
Trim
LX w/ABS
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6144VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6145VC - VTEC · LX w/ABS
Series
VTEC
Trim
LX w/ABS
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6146VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6147VC - VTEC · LX w/ABS
Series
VTEC
Trim
LX w/ABS
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6148VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6149VC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB614XVC - VTEC
Series
VTEC
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6150VC - SH · EX
Series
SH
Trim
EX
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6152VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6153VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6155VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6156VC - SH · EX
Series
SH
Trim
EX
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6157VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6158VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JHMBB6159VC - SH
Series
SH
Body Class
Coupe
Transmission Style
Manual/Standard
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
2.163092448
Engine Hp
195
Engine Model
H22A4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
2163.092448
Displacement CI
132
Engine
2.163092448L In-Line H22A4
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
145.4115
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR

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