91 Legacy 4eat Tranmission problems... Need advice

[none77]

I just bought this 91 Legacy Wagon it has 120,000 miles and has been excellently maintained. It needed a Wheel Bearing, Cv Joint, and some new tires.

 

Now, it has a major transmission problem. the car seems fine when it's cold, but after driving a few miles the engine rev's freely. I have talked with a couple of different people, and get a variety of suggestions.

 

A very good mechanic suggested the pump has failed, but wasn't sure if the part was replaceable.

 

A local transmission shop wants to rebuild it for $1800.00

 

I have been looking everywhere for a quality used transmission, but can''t find anything close.

 

Has anyone else experienced this problem. How did you fix it.

 

I didn't mention it, but I'm on a pretty tight budget, and that is why I bought 19 year old car.

 

Thanks!

[Legacy Wagon]

Quality? Just pull one out of a junk yard for $300. Usually they have a 100 day warranty on parts like that. Worst case scenario it doesnt work. Best case it does for a few years. Old cars get junk parts. Just my opinion. I'm sure a lot of people wont agree with me and tell you to spend a ton more, but to each his own.

[burnout8488]

Quality? Just pull one out of a junk yard for $300. Usually they have a 100 day warranty on parts like that. Worst case scenario it doesnt work. Best case it does for a few years. Old cars get junk parts. Just my opinion. I'm sure a lot of people wont agree with me and tell you to spend a ton more, but to each his own.

 

I agree. Transmissions might even be cheaper depending on the yard - I know they are here in upstate NY.

 

If you get a trans that works, put in some fresh fluid and a filter and you might be able to get some faithful service out of the old girl.

[none77]

Thanks for the advice. I'm located in Cincinnati and none of the junk yards in the area have any used transmissions, but I'm going to wait and hope I find one.

 

Thanks Again!