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OK car.
argekay, 02/15/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LS 4dr Sedan
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Bought used with 75,000 miles. Had to replace the turn signal assembly on the steering wheel due to inoperative brake lights. Engine has very noisy metallic sound when started cold. This is a known defect. Noise goes away when engine warms up. Fuel gauge is useless. It is not accurate at all. Cup holder is broken due to flimsy design. That being said, the car is reliable all around. Nice quiet and solid ride. This is the best chevy product I have owned, but my next car will be a Toyota Camry.
Lumina, not flashy, but reliable
Ken, 05/31/2006
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
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I had this car for about 2 1/2 years with minimal problems. Gas mileage was good for a mid-sized car. I averaged 24- 26 mpg with mixed driving. It had 130k+ when I traded it. It had no leaks and was running fine. The car seemed very balanced and rode smoothly. I had no problems in the snow.
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dale061327, 04/28/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
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I have driven this vehicle for 77000 of its 103000 miles. Only parts to be replaced over its lifetime are ignition key lock cylinder and the generator. Other than this there have been no problems. The vehicle has just had its mandatory annual state inspection and passed flawlessly. It's a good car. Too bad they stopped manufacturing them!
Not all bad
coonhound001, 11/25/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
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I've had this car for about 18 months; it is not a race car, but fuel economy is good.(24-27mpg on avg) The only serious problem has been with the anti- lock brake system (sensor?) The ride and transmission are smooth. The exterior looks okay and is holding up well.
Fun to drive, Love this car
Dadwithkids, 06/18/2005
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car for the handling, horsepower and price. It had 25,000 miles on it at purchase. We've owned it since 1999, with no problems except brakes. With the sport tires this car drives like a sports car. At $200 each for tires, I purchased the cheaper Aquatread tires, don't do it. We finally need a bigger vehicle, and my wife doesn't want to give it up. It has been a great car for two kids, with a big trunk and enough separation in the backseat to keep the kids reasonable distance apart (a little less fighting).
Great car, reliable as ever!
Jeff Michaels, 01/30/2006
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
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I own a 1998 Lumina sedan and it has been in my family since it was brand new. It is holding up nicely! It now has 180,000 miles on it and still starts right up and drives smoothly! Exterior is still in great condition as well. No major problems have occured yet with it, this whole time! Just the minor, cheap routine repairs. This 3.1L V6 is awesome. Too bad Chevy quit assembling the 1995-2000 generation of Monte's and Lumina's.
Hailey's LTZ
Hialey Collins, 03/18/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
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I love the LTZ. It's those little things like the black chevy bow tie instead of the blue or white ones or the back end design that set it apart from all of the other Luminas. I have had my car for 2 years now and I have NEVER had any problems with it. It looks great inside and out. And with it's 3800 V6 engine, it drives great too. Wanna race?
1998 Chevrolet Lumina Base Model
Jennifer15358, 03/20/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought it brand new back in 1998. Anyway, it has 133,000 miles on it currently and hasn't given me much trouble. The only thing that has went bad on the car so far is the water pump, which had to be replaced at around 100,000 miles. It's been a pretty reliable car so far. I travel a total of 90 miles a day, 5 days a week with this car, to and from work. And I never broke down or had a problem. But there is one negative thing about this car, that is it seems to burn oil, or leak oil because between oil changes(every 5,000 miles) I usually have to add almost a quart of oil. Other then the small oil loss, the car is built good and is reliable.
Solid functional vehicle
roscoe38, 09/20/2006
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car w/ 28000 miles on it in '03. I put around 10000 miles a year on it. No major issues except for the intake gasket which I had to replace. Replaced mine at 58000 mis, cost me $500 plus. Other than that, nothing but the typical maintenance and upkeep. A solid ride, if rather bland, but performance is adequate. Inexpensive to keep on the road and has yet to fail me. Starts easily, runs well, decent on gas. Again, rather unspectatcular styling, but functional. Great choice for second car
Excellent Vehicle
dudeboybub, 05/10/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
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Great Vehicle. Ours has over 70000 miles on it and still runs like new
Great car
jordan, 03/12/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 8 months ago, it has never let me down, preforance is good (for a v6) gets the looks with a little tlc and some nice rims.
One of the best cars I have owned
MarkNYC, 05/19/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
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No problems in 5 years and 84,000 miles. The best thing about it is the 3.8 L V6 engine and the incredibly reliable performance. Excellent tire wear.
Great car
Jordan, 03/12/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 8 months ago, it has never let me down, preforance is good (for a v6) gets the looks with a little tlc and some nice rims.
Extended warranty saved.
J Rice, 06/22/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice looking and fun to drive - but glad I bought the extended warranty. Bought used 3 years ago with 30,000 miles, have since put $6,000 worth of work thru the warranty - fuel injectors, water pump, oil pan gasket, ABS sensors, alternator, replaced engine-bearing failure, sunroof motor,door lock switch, brake rotors - you name it. And all this in a car that has been well maintained and has only 75,000 miles currently. Planning to dump it before the warranty expires.
Lumina Luxury Sweet Ride
Gary M Reynolds, 12/19/2015
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is in great shape, well taken care of. Low mileage, great driving!
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great car!!
dogloverMom and five, 02/16/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just recently sold to my best friends mother, so it would stay in the family. Very good car, always started right up even sitting in frigid Indiana winters outside all night. Never had any problems besides very minor issues.Hate to get rid of it, but got a new SUV.This car got us back and forth on several vacations, and drove great on ice and snow.