What would be a compatible transmission for a '94 Ford Taurus?

So far I haven't been able to locate a transmission of the same year and make here in my small town.

** I'm a college student and can't afford much, other than to get my car fixed.

Your car probably has the AX4S transmission. The 1995-2000 Windstar used it, The 1993-2003 Taurus and Sable used it, and the mid 90's Lincoln Continental used it.

The AX4N can probably be used as well.

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