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WBABJ8321WEM21090-1998-bmw-3-series-0
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1998 BMW 3 SERIESVIN: WBABJ8321WEM21090

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Historical Records
22 events
Photos
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Sales History
1 records
Sale Prices
1 records
VIN Decoder
25 entries
Market report
Price analytics

Historical Records

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Available 22 historical records for VIN WBABJ8321WEM21090
Latest reported mileage: 214 mi
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2023-04-14
a year ago
25,738 mi
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
2021-11-10
3 years ago
23,696 mi
New owner reported
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
2019-04-10
5 years ago
32,842 mi
Vehicle sold
MILEAGE INCONSISTENCY

Sale Record

Sale Date
5 years ago
Odometer
3996 mi
Location
New Orleans, LA, 70126

8065

Year1998
TitleHidden text
ODO 5998 mi
ConditionHidden text
LocationNew Orleans, LA, 70126
Date
ended 5 years ago
Sale Website Typeclassifieds
Notes
Hidden text
sale information provided by user #122720
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Tech Specs
Body StyleConvertible
ColorRed
TransmissionAutomatic
Fuel TypeGasoline

Model Analytics & Market Report

We've analyzed more than 600 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1998 BMW 3 SERIES in 1998 was $47,200.
The average price for used 1998 BMW 3 SERIES nowadays in 2024 is $9,995 which is 21% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 8,327 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1998 BMW 3 SERIES model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.

Depreciation

The graph below is a depreciation curve for 1998 BMW 3 SERIES. It shows how much this model looses per year in price. This analytics is calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1998 BMW 3 SERIES in each year since the year of manufacturing, current year price and projected price in the future years.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
YearAverage MileageAverage Price% Left% Lost
1998 MSRP0 mi$47,200100%0%
19988,327 mi$47,945−$745−1.58%101.58%-1.58%
199916,654 mi$40,493+$7,452+15.54%85.79%14.21%
200024,981 mi$32,995+$7,498+18.52%69.9%30.1%
200133,308 mi$31,664+$1,331+4.03%67.08%32.92%
200241,635 mi$27,589+$4,075+12.87%58.45%41.55%
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Price vs Mileage

The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1998 BMW 3 SERIES. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1998 BMW 3 SERIES by mileage and number of sales.
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MileageAverage PriceSample Size
35,000 mi$19,90011 sales
40,000 mi$14,95012 sales
70,000 mi$9,49027 sales
80,000 mi$10,40012 sales
85,000 mi$5,80023 sales
90,000 mi$9,73810 sales
→ Visit 1998 BMW 3 SERIES depreciation page to see full data.

VIN Decoder — 25 records

Engine
Displacement (CC)

Engine displacement (in cubic centimeters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

2500.0
Displacement (CI)

Engine displacement (in cubic inches) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

152.55936023683
Displacement (L)

Engine displacement (in liters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

2.5
Engine Brake (hp) From

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) From is the lower value of the range.

168
Engine Configuration

Engine configuration defines how engine cylinders are arranged. Common values are V6 for V-shaped arrangement, I4 or L4 for in-line arrangement.

In-Line
Engine Number of Cylinders

This is a numerical field to store the number of cylinders in an engine. Common values for passenger cars are 4 or 6.

6
Fuel Type - Primary

Fuel type defines the fuel used to power the vehicle. For vehicles that have two power sources, such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, both primary fuel type and secondary fuel type will be provided.

Gasoline
Exterior / Body
Body Class

Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.

Convertible/Cabriolet
Doors

This is a numerical field to store the number of doors on a vehicle.

2
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
Make

Per 49 CFR 565, Make is a name that a manufacturer applies to a group of vehicles or engines.

BMW
Manufacturer Name
Name of the vehicle manufacturer.
BMW AG
Model

Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.

323iC
Model Year

If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.

1998
Plant City

This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

REGENSBURG
Plant Country

This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

GERMANY
Plant State

This data element captures the State or Province name within the Plant Country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

BAVARIA
Series

Per 49 CFR 565, Series means a name that a manufacturer applies to a subdivision of a "line" denoting price, size or weight identification and that is used by the manufacturer for marketing purposes.

3-series
Vehicle Type

This field defines the type of the vehicle based on the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).

PASSENGER CAR
Internal
NCSA Body Type

An internal NHTSA field to capture the body type of the vehicle.

Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar)
NCSA Make

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Make of the vehicle.

BMW
NCSA Model

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Model of the vehicle.

3-series
Passive Safety System
Seat Belt Type

This field describes the type of seat belt, such as manual or automatic. Automatic seat belts automatically close over riders in a vehicle. Automatic seat belts were mainly used in some older model GM, Nissan, and Honda vehicles and are rarely seen now.

Manual
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Front Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of frontal air bags. Frontal air bags are generally designed to deploy in "moderate to severe" frontal or near-frontal crashes.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
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Frequently asked questions
Understanding depreciation is important for car owners to manage financial expectations and make informed decisions about selling or trading in their vehicles at the right time.
Yes, you can use the window sticker to check if a 1998 BMW 3 SERIES has certain safety features, as it includes details on safety equipment and any related safety package options.
A VIN plays a crucial role in vehicle recalls for 1998 BMW by helping identify specific vehicles affected by manufacturing issues, ensuring that recall notices are sent to the correct owners.
If theft records are present, it’s crucial to ensure the vehicle has been recovered and legally cleared for sale to avoid potential legal issues, depending on the accuracy of the data.
A reconstructed title, if issued, indicates significant past repairs after severe damage, which can impact the 1998 BMW vehicle’s safety and value.
Yes, dealer-installed options can be listed on the Monroney label, including their costs, helping buyers understand what extra features have been added beyond the standard or factory options.
The window sticker benefits car dealers by providing a standardized set of information that aids in promoting transparency and trust with customers, facilitating a smoother sales process.
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