1998
Mitsubishi 3000GT

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  • 2dr GT Auto
    Starts at
    $28,660
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GT SL Manual
    Starts at
    $35,190
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GT SL Auto
    Starts at
    $36,110
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GT VR-4 Twin Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $46,230
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
Remainder of original 5 years / 60,000 miles
Dealer certification
123-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 16 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.6
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.8

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  • By Tree from Louisville, Ky
    Used to own this car
    May 13, 2023

    Love the car

    I had 2 I think pearl white, 1998 Automatic course I didn’t have problems because it was years ago! & the red I think was 91 base lights flip up another thing I didn’t like I didn’t like it has much bad feeling about it that why I bought pearl white
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Pete’s gt from Rome ga
    Owns this car
    February 29, 2020

    Dependable Daily driver

    I currently own a base model 1998 3000gt and It’s my daily driver. It’s a great car to own. It’s all around good in gas mileage , very quick for the sohc non turbo (mines a 5 speed). Great appearance inside and out, eye catching, people ask about it all the time. It’s been a extremely reliable vehicle for me. I’ve enjoyed owning this vehicle and recommend it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By fibrelight from San Jose
    Owns this car
    June 19, 2019

    Beautiful 3000GTA VR4 Twin Turbo great condition!

    Best Car - Design was ahead of its time. I put in a new Kenwood stereo with Apple Car and GPS, SIRIUS, many other touch screen functions. Twin Turbo. The starter screeches for a second on starting car, but this is rather new and I have no plans to swap it out at this time. No Major mechanical or body issues, as this is a great car in great shape for 21 years old.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Range rover rolling from Steelville mo
    Test drove this car
    January 12, 2019

    Great car met all of my need plenty of leg room

    Outstanding performance in this car would make a perfect race car or drift car first thing I would do would put slanted a orange and a frames in it to make it slide smoother with rinsing expansion and small Tire dots
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By silentbob97 from Los Angeles, Ca
    Owns this car
    April 30, 2018

    MOST UNDERRATED 90'S JAPANESE SPORTS CAR!

    I've owned my 95 pearl white VR-4 for 8 years now and it's been a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows. This car is not for the faint of heart. You have to love this car enough not to flinch when the $5000 repair bill comes in. They are expensive to maintain! And maintain them you must of you want to avoid catastrophic failures. These cars were packed with all the latest technology of the day: Twin cam, twin turbo, twin intercooler, V6. AWD, All wheel steering, 6 speed manual, 320hp, active aero, automatic climate control with an animated, full color LCD display, power seat, leather....the list goes on. All this stuff is fantastic when working, but after 20 years there is a good chance a lot of this stuff can break down. The main mechanical issues are spun rod bearings from oil starvation due to a dented oil pan. So check that before you buy. Also the transmission synchros tend to wear out quickly. That aside, it's an absolute blast to drive! It is the most underrated sports car to come out of Japan in the 90s. With the small turbos that boost at 2000 rpm and the awd, this car rockets off the line! You do start to feel the 3,700 lb weight of the thing at higher speeds. Handling is fantastic for a car this heavy! It has predictable understeer when pushed to the limits, but the awd and aws provides unyielding grip on the corners. The styling is unique with a coke bottle like silhouette and air scoops in the front and on the side rocker panels. Is has a lot of unusual styling ques, fake plastic rear quarter windows displaying a twin turbo sticker were used to cover the large B pillars. The scoops in the side rocker panels and the rear splitter are fake. Also there are 2 blisters on the hood that were needed to clear the shock towers. It's almost like the engineering and design teams missed all their pre production meetings and ended up just tacking this stuff on as an afterthought. The result is a busy design, but it works and makes for an eye catching exterior. The car is over 6ft wide and has a very aggressive stance. The cockpit is pure luxury with supple gathered leather seats and door cards. The soft, sculpted plastic surrounds the driver and and passenger as the doors melt seamlessly into the very high dash. There is a large arching binnacle carved in front of the driver which houses giant, easy to read gauges. To the right, the dash curves in towards the driver and 3 smaller binnacles house gauges that point towards the driver like a triple gauge shotgun. The centerpiece of the sculpture is most beautiful auto climate control screen you will ever see. The full color lcd display is large and bright with animated effects for the different zones. The stock infinity radio provides crisp sound and even has an equalizer. My only complaint is the buttons are scattered randomly about the cabin and some are out of site and hard to reach behind the steering wheel. The 6 speed shifts are short but not very crisp. This can be remedied by replacing the bushings with solid brass and installing a short shifter. This has become a very rare Japanese gem so get one before prices start to climb. Also spend the extra money to get a clean, low mileage example like I did, you'll thank me later!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Jack from California
    Owns this car
    March 22, 2018

    Super RARE

    This is a great investment opportunity as these japanese super cars are becoming highly sought after while becoming impossible to find. I had one and is gorgeous. You should add it on your must have list!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jonathan Joestar from Chicago IL
    Owns this car
    January 17, 2018

    Phenomenol first or second car

    I purchased my factory stock white 1995 Base 3000gt with the 220 horsepower DOHC 24v V6 and 5 speed manual gearbox a few months ago for $5,000 and have since had no issues. I have replaced the small, dated looking stock wheels and some other cosmetics to brinf it up to date a little bit and It turns heads and receives compliments regularly. This car performs better than most economy sport coupes and a few early sports cars but If you're looking for straight line performance you should invest in the VR4 varient. Acceleration feels somewhat dated and it takes around mid 6 seconds to reach 60mph stock (mine has been lightly modified). The car handles incredibly around corners dry. However, because of its FF layout it performs pathetically in the snow. Interior comfort is surprisingly good for a 20 year old car and holds you in place well around corners, yet the cloth seats are lackluster in the looks department. The steering wheel and gear lever feel firm and it slides into gear with ease, if a bit notchy at times. The material used in the interior seems as it will last forever. Very little cheap plastic used. gauge setup on the dash gives the car a sportier, high performance feel. Overall I would recommend this car to young enthusiasts who are fond of early Japanese Sport and GT cars who don't have all that much to spend.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Sandra from Bristol, TN
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2017

    Sporty

    I have owned this car for 4 years, and am glad to say it has been a great car to take on road trips, and drives well in the snow. I have replaced the window regulators, and the clutch was replaced at 152,000 miles. It is a bit different than regular clutches, because it is a hydraulic clutch, but once you get used to it - it's great! The paint on it is Blue/Black Metallic, it looks kind of purple - blue in the sun, and black during cloudy days.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By tia from rossford, ohio
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2017

    most reliable car i have ever owned

    this has been a great reliable car. i have owned it as second owner for 17 years. it has lived in Erie PA and can plow through a lot of snow as long as it has the snow tires on. very comfortable to drive and nice to look at. i really love this car and never wanted to get rid of it. now it is starting to get some rust and show its age which makes me sad. i feel safer in this car in the winter in bad weather than most cars. it does not fishtail or slide on the ice as long as it has the snow tires on.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By lee gt from AZ
    Owns this car
    November 13, 2014

    Solid ride

    Strong body structure with a solid quiet ride, really tight in the turns if you add the larger Addco rear swaybar, decent power and mpg. Great reliability if kept seviced.. 60K service is important on quad cam engines. Only issue we had in 80k miles was drivers window regulator.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Princess from West Milford NJ
    Owns this car
    July 23, 2013

    Best car I have ever owned!

    My 300GT has been so good to me! Never a problem, starts right up even after being stored for the winter, engine runs like its brand new.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mitsuguy from AZ
    Owns this car
    March 1, 2013

    Style and reliable......

    I have been a Mitsubishi buyer for years, and finally found a VR-4, love it! Amazing performance, reliable, and it looks cool as spit. These cars last forever, and it runs as if it was new. I wish they would re-make these babies, but I'm thrilled either way! Don't hesitate if you can find one, you won't be sorry.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

The 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • SL (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

The 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?

The 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT owners.

Is the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 16 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.8
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