A transmission is a very complex system composed of many moving parts. All the parts for a transmission are completely enclosed in the transmission case and any broken or damaged parts can continually circulate through the system, causing additional damage. Sometimes it is impossible to give an accurate estimate until the transmission is removed from the car, disassembled and a full inspection of the internal parts is performed to assess the damage.
Based on our experience, for many transmissions, we have a good idea of what can go wrong and give an estimated price range.
There are some transmissions, however, which are prone to Hard Parts failure and for which the availability of Hard Parts is scarce. In these cases it is impossible to give an accurate quotation until we strip the transmission down and see what is wrong. A price that is “Subject to inspection” or “Subject to Hard Parts” will be provided.