1998 BMW 323i

$3,000
from
3
listings
$3K–$6K
price range
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Low$3,000
High$5,900
From$3,000
Avg Mileage125,000 mi
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BMW 323i Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 1998 BMW 323i has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 16 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
16
Complaints
7
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 16 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 BMW 323i. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags6
02Air Bags,engine2
03Exterior Lighting,air Bags,electronic Stability Control (esc)1
04Exterior Lighting,vehicle Speed Control,service Brakes1
05Vehicle Speed Control1
16 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 323i Fuel Economy

20–21mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
25-27hwy
·
$3,200-$3,400/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 1998 BMW 323i returns 20–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
323i Convertible - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
323i Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 BMW 323i

6States

29% of the market sits in California, though listings span 6 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 BMW 323i?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 BMW 323i a good car to buy?

The 1998 BMW 323i has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 BMW 323i?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $125 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1998 BMW 323i?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 BMW 323i, based on 16 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other BMW 323i years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across BMW 323i model years. Visit the BMW 323i buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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