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Time to move on, or not? 900

posted by  longhorizon on  Mon Dec 16 21:38 CST 2013
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I'm on a personal mission to drive my 1996 960 wagon beyond 300K miles...

The car has been pretty good to me. Acquired with 150K and currently with 272K miles. Hung valve was the only major issue I've had with the car (at 210K miles)and a rebuilt head took care of that. The transmission is now showing signs of age. Very reluctant to engage on cold starts, particularly in reverse. My very good mechanic said opening the transmission for a repair isn't realistically feasible (complete rebuild or don't bother).

I can source a presumably functional transmission from a 137K donor for $250 and have been quoted ~$500 to install into car along with a new rear main seal for the engine. Looks like another close to ~$1000 for the whole deal.

Looks like my commitment is waning. The car is getting old and I have a 70 mile commute to work. Not getting to work or getting to work late isn't an option.

Any thoughts on whether or not I should invest in the transmission? The rest of the car is in pretty good shape and mostly original. Tires / brakes / and suspension should be good for another 30K+. Is it possible the current transmission will last another 30K if I baby it?

Many thanks.

longhorizon






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