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11-09-2004, 08:22 PM
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98 3.8 Lumina
Lookina at a 98 Lumina 75000 miles with the 3.8. Can anyone give me pros and cons to this engine and mileage they have gotten out of them?
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11-09-2004, 11:25 PM
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3.8 Lumina
I have a 98 Lumina LTZ with a 3.8L engine and have had only minor problems with it. I have 103,000+ miles on it and only had to do the following repairs, other than normal maintenenace items like brakes, rotors etc.
- Alternator failed at about 70,000 miles - A/C compressor failed at 102,000 - power steering pump failed at 100,000 - belt tensioner replaced at 100,000 due to whining noise - A/C condenser needed to be replaced due to leak I expect it to last another 100,000. The 3.8L engine is very reliable in my experience. Good luck, Mark |
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11-09-2004, 11:56 PM
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Re: 98 3.8 Lumina
yeah, the 3.8's are good strong motors.
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11-10-2004, 05:15 PM
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Re: 98 3.8 Lumina
depending on the price, I'd say it's a good buy.
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11-10-2004, 08:09 PM
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Re: 98 3.8 Lumina
Proven driveline combo, very reliable and long lived.
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