| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1998 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (44%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 95 repairs.
1998 BMW 3-Series body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (67%)
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 3-Series
Engine not specified
| 138000 mi | headliner coming off |
| 166600 mi US $210 |
Driver seat was worn & split I replaced the upholstered sections myself with used but new looking parts that I bought on E-Bay. |
| 180000 mi US $13 |
Coin holder was broken. I repaired it with an extra spring and some glue. Replaced the Shift boot with a used leather boot found on ebay for $8.00 |
1998 BMW 3-Series 2-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| 149000 mi US $100 |
Patched rusted rocker panels |
| 136000 mi | Sunroof headliner had fallen off when sold. |
| 199000 mi | Power top quit working in 2008 because one motor blew. No engine problems at all, just lots and lots of interior/cosmetic and electrical problems. |
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