Transmissions
Where to Buy a Used Transmission: 7 Options Compared
You can buy a used transmission from seven main sources in the US: specialty online used-parts retailers, local transmission specialty shops, remanufacturers selling direct, full-service auto recyclers, eBay Motors, self-service salvage yards, and Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Transmissions are different from most used parts in three ways that change which channel makes sense: many sellers charge a refundable core deposit, whether the torque converter is included varies by seller, and the unit is heavy enough that freight cost is a real line item. This guide covers all seven honestly, including where competitors serve certain buyers better than we do.
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