1998 BMW 7-Series BMW 7-Series 1998

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1998 BMW 7-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (45%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Chart based on 11 repairs.
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1998 BMW 7-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1998 BMW 7-Series 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

BMW in Washington, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013

103000 mi

US $460
Power steering pulley failure 
Jun 2016

132000 mi

US $600
Found electrical problem which was causing instrument panel to go dead. 
BMW in Maine, United States
May 2011 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

107000 mi

US $225
new oxygen sensor 
BMW in Washington, United States
May 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

166000 mi
when sold, air didn't work one catalytic converter was shot needed a total front end rebuild (never been done, so not surprising) valve cover gaskets leaking (never been done, so not surprising) front passenger airbag light was on 
BMW in Michigan, United States
May 2011 - Jun 2017
Sep 2011

135000 mi

US $1100
The damned pothole-filled streets of MI and the age of the vehicle caused the front springs to break requiring an expensive replacement of springs and struts. 
Jan 2013

139000 mi

US $450
Replaced both rear brake lines which were about to leak.  Also replaced the expansion tank which apparently also leaked. Preventively replaced two accessory belts. 

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1998 BMW 7-Series Repair Histories

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