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1998 Chrysler Sebring (Limited)
chrysler777, 09/29/2011
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
This Sebring is the first generation sebring and in my opinion the best! It is an affordable convertible that is not boring to look at or drive by any means. It has a refined transmission with plenty of power but pretty good mpg. If you are in the market for a convertible consider this one.
25 years of highly reliable service
Dave, 11/17/2015
updated 11/27/2023
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We bought this car new in June of 1998, as an anniversary present to my wife. It has been a totally reliable, trouble free vehicle in 165,000miles. Aside from regular normal maintenance, the car has never been in the shop for repairs. Garage kept all its life, the original top lasted 16 years - top material was still good, but the threads in the seams began to fail. No rust. Leather seats, carpet, etc. still appear near new. No complaints-it was driven daily for the first 10 years. She's become a garage queen for several years. Probably never sell it at this point. Our granddaughter is currently driving it. Other than normal maintenance there have been no issues.
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After 80000 miles
Robert W. Porter, 11/07/2004
1998 Chrysler Sebring JX 2dr Convertible
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
After 80000 miles and 7 years later, the body is still in excellent shape and the paint still shines. But the tie-rod ends go bad and then break, yes I said break, so you cannot steer when they break and could cause an accident. So have them replaced as soon as you buy one of these cars, or have the owner do it before you buy. The cross over tube in your cooling system deteriorates and needs to be replaced, kind of pricey. The rear defogger hasn't worked since I bought the car. The tranny is geared high so you don't get the full effect of the 168hp V6. And the computer puts the engine at idle once you hit 105mph. Doesn't go any faster unless you can get the rev limiter shut off.
Just bought and LOVING it!!!
takes2tutango, 03/18/2011
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
So, I have only owned my Sebring for 3 days now and I really don't have a lot to base reliability on as of yet but, I can say I am thrilled with this car more every time I open the door, start the engine and head out on the open road. I looked at numerous BMW's prior but, none came close to the comfort and features for the money. I needed something that my two kids could fit in as well and they thought every BMW we test drove felt too cramped. Now, I am not in any way saying that BMW isn't a great car but, for the money I am LOVING this Sebring. I will keep you informed as to whether I still love it in six months and then a year too. Right now she's got 123,000 miles and looks brand new.
My Sebring Experience by JW
JW, 02/28/2002
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Main issue was reliability. Two top motors. Then rear window defogger kept coming off (7 times). Then steering column locked. Had to have it towed. Final straw was the transmission started shifting erratically. Dealer replaced mounts. Few days later no transmission. New torque converter, no credit for mounts. Two weeks later transmission starts to slip (had 70K miles on it at this point). Am 56 years old, take care of my cars.
Money Pit
joey_r, 09/30/2011
1998 Chrysler Sebring LXi 2dr Coupe
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I've had my '98 Sebring Lxi for 3 years now. I've sunk around $2500 into it. Had to replace the upper passenger side control arm, alternator, timing belt, computer, fuel pump & lines, and both tie-rods. Cheapest tire replacement was $121 each. I love the aggressive style of the car and the interior but all the money into it is not worth it.
'98 Sebring Coupe
Katsalumnus, 04/21/2007
1998 Chrysler Sebring LXi 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for more than nine years. I have only had normal wear and tear maintenance on it. I am a medium frame woman and the cockpit and placing of instrument panel is comfortable and useful.
Disappointed
isis12, 09/02/2011
1998 Chrysler Sebring LXi 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 1998 Sebring LXi had 95,000kms on it when I bought a few weeks ago and it has a V-6 2.5L engine, it also looks like new. The exterior looks very sharp and sporty, it's fun to drive, and the interior also looks very sharp, with big buttons that are placed intelligently. The seats in this car are very stiff and no matter how much the driver's seat is adjusted there is no comfy way to drive this car. This car has terrible fuel economy because my sister who owns a Grand Am with a 3.1L gets less than 10L/100km in the city while my car gets 11L/100km on the highway and my car has a considerably smaller engine. This car has already cost me $1000+ in repairs. I would not recommend this car.
Granny's new ragtop
Jennie Robbins, 08/05/2005
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
For a seven yr old car it has plenty of get up and go. People notice it. I bought it on line, and drove it home (1,000 miles) with no problems. It is smooth shifting and has plenty of power for this 60 yr old grandmother. I prefer it to my vintage corvette.
Fun and Comfortable
oldschooldevil, 05/26/2010
1998 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car about a year ago and it has been a great car. I bought it from a guy and he sold it for $800. NOTHING is wrong (surprise, surprise) It is a lot of fun to drive and it looks great even with the top up or down. This car is very dependable and it has even made me think about getting a new Sebring when this one finally gives out. And that I highly doubt! For a 12 year old car, it is highly modern inside and out. I love the stock sound system and the way it drives. I will continue to take good car of it and I'm sure it will take good care of me. Greatest investment yet.
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