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2003 TL transmission slip, worth replace?
I have a 2003 TL base that has 170k miles. Transmission started slip 2 weeks ago, most likely need replace it if I want to keep the car.
The car looks and runs well other than this problem, and I got quoted to replace a re-manufactured transmission for $2400.
Is it worth to replace the transmission? If not, what should I do for the car?
The car looks and runs well other than this problem, and I got quoted to replace a re-manufactured transmission for $2400.
Is it worth to replace the transmission? If not, what should I do for the car?
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Mr_Shiftright
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Well if you are sure about all the other major components on the car, and there's not a laundry list of "needs" coming up soon, then it might be worth it. You can't buy very much in a used car for $2400.
But if the car is tired, needs brakes, tires, shocks, is all worn out, faded paint or dents, then it's time to give it up I think.
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And you're right, $2400 does just about total the car. But if it's otherwise been very reliable, and looks good, no doubt it still has another 50K miles in it.
What's needed here is a sober assessment of what likely needs replacement in the coming year.