Is it possible to get a new transmission for an older car, if so, how much would it cost?
I'm looking at buying a 2003 Ford Taurus with 85,000 miles on it. No, there are no transmission problems. I'm just thinking that if it were done now, that could add a lot of life onto the vehicle. And it would make sense because my estimate is that a new transmission is less that what this car is worth. The car is 5K.
Can't get new transmissions any more only rebuilt from transmission shop, remanufactured from a supplier or junk yard. Find local shop at ATRA.COM for more info/help
A transmission oil change and filter should be all you need. The transmission should be like new, and an oil change is just about due. Don't get talked into a flush, unless it is with transmission fluid. Go to a transmission specialist.
A transmission rebuild runs $1,500 to 2.200. If it's working, don't invite trouble. Drive it until it fails.
The cost is more than the car is worth
Rebuilt transmissions for a Taurus should be very easy to find. Another possibility would be getting a junkyard transmission, but you might be buying problems you don't have right now if you do.
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