Bmw M3 Convertible 1998
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar).
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | Regular | |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 15 - 18 MPG | 23 - 26 MPG | 423.19 - 493.72 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1998 BMW M3 Convertible?
- The 1998 BMW M3 Convertible has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 15 - 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 23 - 26 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible is $2700.
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Where is the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible produced?
- The 1998 BMW M3 Convertible is produced in Regensburg, Germany.
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Are there recalls for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible, additional information is below.
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How much horsepower does the 1998 BMW M3 Convertible have?
- The 1998 BMW M3 Convertible has 240 horsepower.
- 3.2L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
- 3.2L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
Recall 7272 [USA]: This could cause the side air bag to deploy without an actual side crash. in addition, the battery safety terminal (bst) could also activate, disconnecting the starter cable from the battery. in this case, the vehicle's electrical system could continue to operate and the engine would continue to run, but after stopping, could not be restarted.
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Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive M3
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2700 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 14053 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 10 Model name (carline) M3 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 82 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 86 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 20.9 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.1 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive M3
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.1671 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2550 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 14054 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 10 Model name (carline) M3 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 82 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 86 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.2 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive M3 Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 16.5283 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3000 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Vehicle record id 14017 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) M3 Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 74 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 19.2 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 32.1 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive M3 Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.1671 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2550 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 14018 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) M3 Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 74 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.2 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- B340714 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. Cause material-
- SIB-33-01-02 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY: Bmw: a grinding noise is coming from the differential during slow cornering. When turning a slip/stick effect is created on the lining and steel discs incorporated in the differential clutch causes a grinding noise. *rm
- SI-B11-07-09 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: Bmw: thermostat housing inspection. The retaining springs of the thermostat housing quick release couplings for the coolant hoses may not be locked correctly. This situation may result in a coolant leak. Models affected are m3 sedan (e
- 000698 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: This bulletin contains information on new vehicle preparation and maintenance requirements for various models. *tt
- 120299 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Customer may complain of engine running rough on cold start. *tt
- 72 04 98 - AIR BAGS: Information on new airbags. *yc
- 00 06 98 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : New vehicle preparation and maintenance requirements. *yc
- 52 01 98 - SEATS: Subject on retrofit of motorsport head restraints. *yc
- 12 10 97 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject on voluntary exhaust emission service action no. 98e-a01. *yc *jn
- 16 01 98 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information on evaporative emission control and fuel filler cap / filler door labels. *yc
- 12 10 97 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject on voluntary exhaust emission service action no. 98e-a01. Produced from 10/95 - 11/97 *yc*db
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Body Class | Coupe |
| DisplacementCC | 3200.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 195.27598110314 |
| DisplacementL | 3.2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| EngineHP | 240 |
| EngineKW | 178.9680 |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| Make | BMW |
| MakeID | 452 |
| Manufacturer | BMW M GMBH |
| Manufacturer Id | 967 |
| Model | M3 |
| ModelID | 1710 |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| NCSA Body Type | 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe |
| NCSA Make | BMW |
| NCSA Model | 3-series |
| Other Restraint System Info | Driver and Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) |
| Plant City | REGENSBURG |
| Plant Country | GERMANY |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| VIN | WBSBG9322WEY78426 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20060923 |
1) normal vehicle operation 2) left rear strut-tower failure resulting in penetration of strut and spring and failure of rear suspension. Could have resulted in loss of control and accident. 3) repairs pending. Known issue w/ bmw e-36's. *nm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20041114 |
Repeated failure of the shift gate. Tranny sticks in 5th gear position, causing dangerous shift delays while in traffic. See: http://www.Brazeauracing.Com/tech/transmissions.Htm for a partial listing of those affected. *jb
| No | No | N | None | None | 20040109 |
The gear shift in my manual transmission, 1998 bmw m3 (4 door), sticks under fifth gear and often i am also unable to shift into fifth gear. The issue with this is well known by bmw of north america. The danger here is that when i want to shift into fifth gear i cannot, and more importantly, it is extremely difficult to downshift from 4th to 3rd because the gear shift naturally wants to go into fifth. This can be a very serious problem when going into a turn or needing to downshift to control engine speed rather than using brakes when conditions may be too slick to safely apply the brakes. *la
| No | No | N | None | None | 20030930 |
The shock wells rusted and cracked making shocks protrude out of it's mounts.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20021231 |
Problem1: rear defogger not working. Checked the system, fuses okay, voltage correctly supplied to rear window heating contacts. Heating elements in the window itself are failing. Afety issue: no visibility through the rear window when fogged.*ak problem2: automatic environmental controls are quitting erratically leaving driver without windshield defogger, air blower, heating or air conditioning. Car has no safety default or manual override option. Safety issues: occupants can get frost bites or freeze to death in harsh winter conditions or suffer from heat stroke during hot weather. Fogging of the windshield and side windows with disfunctional blower.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010628 |
The dealer fix for this problem across the country has been to reset the code and say, "oh, don't worry about it." apparently its a sensor in the seat, and lots of bmw's are having these problems. Safety system faults should not be tolerated.*ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20001022 |
Vehicle has been through at least four separate dealers with brake light failures. Problem continues to remain unresloved. Dealers cannot locate fault and continues to replace bulbs or bend connectors on sockets. Engine, transmission, oil pan gaskets all failing with only 41,000 miles on vehicle. Inlet leakage on fuel valve failing for second time. Major alternator problem for second time. Despite repeated reports of rough shifting, with problems engaging and disengaging gears, no answer other than everything is fine. This issue has been compared with other m3 vehicles and drivers all have stated and experienced issues with my vehicle. Stereo, temperature control failing. Front bumbper assembly consistently losing parts. No accidents involved with vehicle. Vehicle has been at various dealers over 8 times in past year with significant out of pocket for rental car expenses.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000704 |
Intermittently vehicle would suddenly accellerate. Problem has occurred on four occasions. Been in dealer's shop on three occasions, and was unable to locate the cause. Please feel free to provide any further details. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19990731 |
Horn stopped working on 3 different occasions. Dealer attempted to remed problem. But, after 3 months horn would go out again. Last time dealer replaced the contact points. Also, half of the spoiler came off, bolts had fallen apart without warning, causing spoiler to fall off immediately while driving.*ak
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBSBK0332WEC39565 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9336WEY79359 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSCD0324WEE13917 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9322WEY78426 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSCD0320WEE13736 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBK0337WEC38749 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBK0333WEC38991 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9322WEY77714 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9323WEY78273 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSCD0322WEE12927 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9332WEY79150 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9330WEY79227 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBG9338WEY79699 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSBK0331WEC39475 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSCD9324WEE07183 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
| WBSCD0323WEE13987 | 1998 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |