Overview & Reviews
Side-impact airbags debut on the 1998 Toyota Camry. Depowered front airbags further enhance this car's ability to protect its occupants in a crash. An engine immobilizer feature is now part of the theft-deterrent package.
- Reliable, well-built, and comfortable, the 1998 Toyota Camry is one of the best entrants in the mid-size family sedan market.
- Boring shape. Suspension is too soft.
User Reviews:
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Smooooth - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Tsnash - June 13 - 10:00 amI bought my camry used at about 60,000 miles 2 years ago. I put 100+ miles a day so now it has about 117,000 miles and except for some minor maintinence (tires, brakes, battery, etc.) it still runs excellent! But the best thing about the Camry is how smooth it rides, I mean this car is SMOOOOTH! In one of edmunds reviews they say that the seats are uncomfortable for people over 175 lbs., well they are fine for me and I weigh 150. If you are looking for a nice car that is reliable and comfortable beyond six digits try a camry.
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Miss My Camry :( - 1998 Toyota Camry
By 2.2 Camry LE Sedan - May 19 - 10:06 pmThis was my second car; first was a 91 Civic LE. After it died suddenly, I had 2 days to buy a new car. I needed something really reliable so I looked at Camrys. I had the car a little over a year when someone pulled out in front of me and i totaled it. When I bought the car it had 85k and it had 93k when I lost it. This car was amazing. I had intended on keeping it until I ran it into the ground, which I figured would be around 250-300k. Car had 1 owner b/f me. I took meticulous care of it. It was an amazing car. W/ snow tires, it safely took me over Snoq. Pass (WA) in the snow several times, and around snowy Sea and Spo. This is one of best cars out there, better than brand new Am sedans.
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Ignition/ Steering Column - 1998 Toyota Camry
By kturner91 - April 8 - 1:42 amThe most recent, and most inconvenient issue that has arisen concerns starting the car. Not the car actually starting, but the key not turning the ignition even when the wheel is straight, foot is on the break, doors are locked, and seatbelt is on. It has been taking about 4 mins. worth of attempting to start the car (even to run on the battery) before the key will budge. A very annoying and time consuming problem...especially in the hot summer.
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Toyota at Its Best - 1998 Toyota Camry
By manullang11 - March 5 - 12:35 amParentals first bought this car (used) in 2002, then I started using it for college in 06, until this day. How Ive under appreciated this car for so many years. Not till I graduated and started working, that I thought to myself, what does the new car market have to offer that is worth paying $500 a month for payments, for me to pass on this reliable toyota to another owner. We also have an 04 Honda Accord and an 05 Corolla in the family. The cabin build quality and engine smoothness of the Camry is obviously a step up from the corolla. But I think Toyotas have an edge over Hondas in aging. Engine noise seems to be more isolated in the Camry and somehow it feels torquier than the Honda.
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1998 Toyota Camry - A True Workhorse - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Tony Vee - February 12 - 6:39 amBought this car used in 2005 with 54K, now has 155K and still going strong! Great dependability, low maintenance, paint still shines and is very roadworthy - I would not hesitate to drive this car cross country. Aside from routine maintenance, a new radiator, and upgraded stereo system, this car is bone stock. Drives as good as the day I bought it. Recently had to take a 1K mile round trip and this car handled like a champ. Over the summer we took a family vacation to the mountains, which tend to be hard on any transmission much less one that is 17 years old and again no issues. When I purchased this car 10 years ago, I wasnt in a position to buy a new car, which certainly isnt the case today. Regardless Im holding on to the most dependable car I have ever owned, my 1998 Camry. If one day I do give in and decide to buy another car, it will be another Camry!
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Totally Awesome - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Martin - January 14 - 8:30 pm227,000 miles. Never dreamed I would be driving a car with this many miles, but now I am. I have had a Corolla, Vibe (Matrix), and now this Camry and love them all. I bought it last November and planned to drive it as a beater until I could afford to get something else, but i love it too much to get rid of it. Highly recommend this car to anyone who needs room, quality, and good gas mileage. Keep up the good work, Toyota!! I am one of your greatest fans.
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Outstanding all-around family sedan - 1998 Toyota Camry
By hercdrvr - January 13 - 10:00 amOutstanding all around car. Unless you really need an SUV, the sedans are an even better value than ever. Seems everybody wants an SUV - hell, even I WANT one - they are very nice. Im just not willing to spend 30-40K and get 15-18mpg in the process. Not to mention the cost of tires and increased insurance. Great safety features - mine has front side airbag option. Ratings for crash are top-notch. Comfort - awesome. Power - I have 4 banger so I expect a little less but it is surprisingly nimble.
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Many Problems - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Charlie - November 28 - 5:06 amI bought this car used with 20,000 miles on it. The dash board has a tear, buttons have fallen off the radio and all the interior seems to be made of cheap plastic pieces which break if you try to fix any thing. Power window motor died on the driver side. Windshield washer fluid reservoir broke and would not hold any fluid. Water pump broke off and broke the timing belt when it happened. A/C died, thermostat closed and shot off a hose. Car doesnt beep when you lock it and the trunk button doesnt work on the remote. Headlight leaks in water, now yellow. Paint chips very easily. Currently we are fixing the radiator because it is leaking engine coolant.
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Toyota Camrys Rock - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Brooke Moore - November 25 - 7:06 pmThe only thing I have ever had to do with my car is change the brakes. It has been the most reliable car I know of. It is comfortable and gets wonderful gas mileage. When or if I trade it in or sell it I will only renew it for another Camry.
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Best Car Ever - 1998 Toyota Camry
By Mark - October 11 - 10:00 amI am one of those people that grows tired of cars after 2 years, but this one is a keeper. Bought it with 79K and now have 124K. The car looks, drives and sounds like new at 12 years old. The V-6 is one of the greatest engines ever in terms of performance and reliability. Weak points are wheels, which corrode with road salt and thin, easy-dent body panels. The best of nearly one dozen cars Ive owned.
