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10-11-2015, 03:43 PM | #1 |
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should I fix or replace my car?
I am new to the forum but thought I would put out this question. I have a 2003 525i with about 68,000 miles on it. The car was passed on to me by a family member who didn't drive the car much for the first 7 years. I have had to do all kinds of repairs and maintenance on the car. A couple weeks ago, I had to replace the starter. Now the transmission is out and needs a replacement.
I am wondering if it's worth it to replace the transmission and keep doing the expensive repairs and maintenance. Or should I just call it quits and get rid of the car and get a new car? If I decide to sell the car, is it better to replace the transmission first or sell it as is? The car is in very good condition otherwise. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! |
10-12-2015, 11:10 PM | #3 |
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Wow! Thanks to everyone who replied! I am really new to the world of forums and posting. It took me a while to even realize I had any responses. . . . Thanks for all the suggestions. I have already spent almost $500 for a diagnosis and transmission service. The shop is reputable AND I can't really tow the car from shop to shop for second opinions. I am being quoted about $4300 more for a rebuilt transmission. I think I am just going to go with that, since I think it's probably better to have a working car, even if I'm going to sell it. . . . But again, I really appreciate everyone's suggestions! Thanks!
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10-31-2015, 05:41 PM | #4 |
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The car has 150,000 miles. It just started to make a weird noise. I think it is coming from the rear of the car, more towards the right rear tire. It sounds like a cruise ship blowing its horn.
It is intermittent. Only when the car has been driven for a while. Starts around 45mph up to about 60mph Heard on a slow acceleration, not really on a fast one. Stops as soon as I take my foot off the gas pedal. Tires are one year old with about 8,000 miles on them. Car was just aligned after having rear ball joints replaced. The car doesn't shake or bounce. Feels very tight. No real issue with transmission and shifting gears. PLEASE ADVISE!! Jake (jakedmd@hotmail.com) 0 Report 0 Weird Car News Post Reply TRENDING •Tokyo Motor Show •All-New Custom Ford STs •Least Reliable Automakers AdChoices Our Editors Michael Austin Michael Austin Adam Morath Adam Morath Jeremy Korzeniewski Jeremy Korzeniewski Steven J. Ewing Steven Ewing Seyth Miersma Seyth Miersma Drew Phillips Drew Phillips Noah Joseph Jonathon Ramsey Dan Roth Brandon Turkus Sebastian Blanco Christopher McGraw Erin Marquis Pete Bigelow Erik Maier Mylencia Gillenwaters Greg Migliore Engadget Michael Austin Adam Morath Jeremy Korzeniewski Steven J. Ewing Seyth Miersma Drew Phillips Noah Joseph Jonathon Ramsey Dan Roth Brandon Turkus Sebastian Blanco Christopher McGraw Erin Marquis Pete Bigelow Erik Maier Mylencia Gillenwaters Greg Migliore Engadget Featured Galleries A test drive in the all-new Audi R8 1985 Firebird for sale $2200 Nissan push government for electric vehicle road signs | Lease4Less Need repair? DIY is much fun Fiat Tipo to launch in UK Evoque Convertible to launch in November BUY SELL TRADE - FINANCING AVAILABLE !!! VW emissions scandal: Audi & Skoda RAC: Concerns about the condition of roads TextMyWheels Free Mobile App One of the first BMW agents in the world The Volkswagen scandal unfolds A test drive in the all-new Audi R8 1985 Firebird for sale $2200 Nissan push government for electric vehicle road signs | Lease4Less Need repair? DIY is much fun Fiat Tipo to launch in UK Evoque Convertible to launch in November BUY SELL TRADE - FINANCING AVAILABLE !!! VW emissions scandal: Audi & Skoda RAC: Concerns about the condition of roads TextMyWheels Free Mobile App One of the first BMW agents in the world The Volkswagen scandal unfolds Hot Topics The recirculation of used cars Planning to change car Methods of fixing car lighting Breast Pumps Market Volume Analysis, size, share and Key Trends 2015-2025 by Future Market Insights 1997 BMW 540i - Making a Noise Help Sitemap About Us Contact Tip Us Feedback Our Apps Autoblog 360 Autoblog iPhone Podcasts On iTunes Archives Advertising About Ads Advertise With Us Legal Terms of Service Privacy Policy Trademarks © Copyright 2015 AOL Inc. All Rights Reserved share |
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