Used 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Consumer Reviews
Used Lumina for sale
A solid but very basic car
CarLuva, 03/23/2009
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The lifters started sticking when the engine was cold around 60K, but other than making quite a racket, there was no negative effect. Most of the work I had done was routine maintenance (battery, alternator, turn signal switch). Around 90K, it started having some more serious problems (the most expensive was a leaky intake manifold gasket), but nothing terribly out of the ordinary. The 3.1L V6 had adequate power, and the automatic transmission was reasonably responsive. The biggest shortcoming of the car was interior build quality: Both sunvisor clips and one cupholder broke under normal use. Gas mileage was very good for such a big car: I got 27 MPG highway going about 75 MPH.
A+looks,B-performance,C- quality
woolhead, 02/27/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
have owned for 3 years.the 3.8 liter engine is a dream.not the raciest motor made,but strong and reliable.the interior is low-rent.the front seats are backbreakers on a long trip,the leather is cheap.typical weak GM brakes.handles acceptably,good transporter for daily use.
1998 Chevrolet Lumina for sale near you
Showing 3 of 3 listings
- LS SedanMSRP: $6,995536 mi away
- LS SedanMSRP: $5,9901,030 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $3,5001,098 mi away
Road Warrior
brewerfan, 02/15/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car has been a work horse for 6-years. Very dependable with little to no maitance (expept oil changes). Actually went 135K miles before changing the plugs and was still getting 28 mpg on the highway. Body design and interior leave a bit to be desired, but all in all a very good value over the course of the six years.
LTZ
cnorth, 10/07/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had no problems with this car. I am very pleased except for noisy tires and they are not origanal.
Sporty and Basic
Lumina Mom, 02/10/2005
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car for its safety ratings and its overall design. I did not want the "Soccer Mom" mini-van but on the other hand needed something big enough to get the job done. This car was it. It looks nice (rather sharp I think) I like the leather interior and the alloy wheels. I love the interior design for the most part. The major flaws are only one cup holder and the postioning of the ashtray (almost non existent). It is a little tricky with the brakes (abs) and I am having now problems with CV joints. Other than that, it's great!
A great asset
blackstone, 12/26/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned Luminas for the past 15 years. They are very reliable. I change the oil every 5000 miles and other than brakes at about 50000 miles, and tires at about the same mileage, there is no maintainence. This car is now 6 years old and never been in the shop. Rock solid reliable and very comfortable (leather interior). Has all the creature features too. GOOD GAS MILEAGE at 26 on road, 23 in town. Gotta love this car. Depreciation like evry other new car is a killer.
lil mama's review
lacey, 12/29/2003
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i have 206,000 miles on my 98. it has been all over the US. the only thing ever needed to be repalced was the alternator. i think this vehicle may never end. if you take good care of this little buggy, it'll go forever.
well
justin h, 02/08/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
great car never a problem very reliable
It Keeps On Going
ddrhj, 02/06/2010
1998 Chevrolet Lumina 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first and only car, but it has been a great one. After 115,000 miles, it's reliability and performance are still wonderful. The fuel mileage has hovered around 30 miles/gallon over the life of the car and the maintenance has been extremely minimal.
OK car.
argekay, 02/15/2004
1998 Chevrolet Lumina LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.