Auto loans: 1998 Buick LeSabre
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1998 Buick LeSabre for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1998 Buick LeSabre specs
| Engine | 3.8L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 |
1998 Buick LeSabre: every figure
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1998 Buick LeSabre
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 400 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (220), fuel system (79) and electrical system (55). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V090000 | 2004-02-24 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1998 Buick LeSabre: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1998 Buick LeSabre for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 1998 Buick LeSabre, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the LeSabre
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
The powertrain here is the 3.8L 6-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Plan on about 34 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 11.2 L/100 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $173.60 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
As a large sedan, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. With 481 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who the LeSabre suits
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Drive it on your own roads
If the LeSabre is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Try the LeSabre on your commute, then decide. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Choosing the right one
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Next step
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1998 Buick LeSabre from us first.
Ask us about the 1998 Buick LeSabre
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Buick LeSabre for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Buick LeSabre
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Buick LeSabre?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1998 Buick LeSabre before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1998 Buick LeSabre have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 Buick LeSabre cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.