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1998 Oldsmobile 88

Used 1998 Oldsmobile 88

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1998 Oldsmobile 88 Exterior: 0
1999
1998
Fuel Economy
20 combined mpg
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
17.9 cu ft
Cylinders
6
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1998 Oldsmobile 88 Overview

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Pricing

1998 Oldsmobile 88 pricing starts at $1,779 for the 88 Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $23,400 when new. The range-topping 1998 88 LS Sedan 4D starts at $1,851 today, originally priced from $24,800.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$23,400
$1,779
$24,800
$1,851

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1998 Oldsmobile 88 models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

88 Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Oldsmobile 88 (1990-1999) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 242 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Oldsmobile 88

"Never lets me down"

"has had a few repairs that it needed but otherwise its always been a good car for its age"

"Awesome"

"I purchased this car from my brother and I love this car. I'm 23 years old and live in Alaska. The front wheel drive, in combination with the Traction Control System, really did nice in the winter. The digital controls and temperature gauge was cool because I had an autostart installed that would kick on the heater when you used the remote. It also has a rear defrosting window. The summer was when you saw the performance of the car! The supercharger was really cool when you need that extra ooomf!! Also, whenever I had someone in the passengers seat, they would fall asleep when I hit the highway because the seats are really comfortable and it drives smooth. Alaskan winter worthy, comfortable, and faster than your average car."

"My dream car."

"This car floats down the road with a dreamy factory stereo to add its comfort. I have recently bought this vehicle from a local lot and was somewhat skeptical from past experiences with local lots. However, this time I was very pleasantly suprised and almost felt guilty about negotiating a lower price from the dealer for this car. An Olds 88 was my first car and it may well be my last. I embrace every mile that I drive in this vehicle."

Overall 1998 Oldsmobile 88 Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Oldsmobile 88 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Oldsmobile 88 quality a 4.5 out of 5.

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Reliability

The 1998 Oldsmobile 88 receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 88 Features

According to drivers of the 1998 88, here are some of its best features:

  • So comfortable inside, and drives really good
  • Pleasure to drive; roomy and reasonable gas milage
  • Great mileage, great ride, has all I need.
  • Smooth ride, classic design.
  • Comfortable, smooth, and tough engine

1998 Oldsmobile 88 MPG by Trim

1998 88 Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 88 LS Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 88 Safety

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1998 Oldsmobile 88
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.4
Consumer Rating
Based on 242 Consumer Reviews
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4.5
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Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.3

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1998 Oldsmobile 88 Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Curb Weight
Sedan 4D
$1,779
20 MPG
V6, 3.8 Liter
17.9 cu ft
3455 lbs
LS Sedan 4D
$1,851
20 MPG
V6, 3.8 Liter
17.9 cu ft
3455 lbs
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1998 Oldsmobile 88 Depreciation

A 1998 Oldsmobile 88 has depreciated $321 or 20% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,258 and trade-in value of $670.

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1998 Oldsmobile 88 Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $203
$1,579
$953
2023
$244
$1,335
$658
2024
$46
$1,289
$701
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$31
$1,258
$670
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3455 lbs.
EPA Passenger
106.1 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room
42.5 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
200.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
59.0 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.9 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
40.7 feet
Wheel Base
110.8 inches
Width with mirrors
74.1 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
17 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Safety

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1997 rating shown. 1998 may differ.
Driver Front
5.0
Passenger Front
3.0

1998 Oldsmobile 88 Rankings

FAQs

Is 1998 a good year for a Oldsmobile 88?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 88 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Oldsmobile 88 1998 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 88 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1998 Oldsmobile 88?

The 1998 Oldsmobile 88 gets 17 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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