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What’s a 2008 BMW 328i transmission replacement cost?

I’ve been looking around for an inexpensive BMW and came across one at a ridiculously low price—the problem is, the transmission is bad. What’s a 2008 BMW 328i transmission replacement cost?

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Rachel Rigolino · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A 2008
BMW 328i
transmission replacement cost will likely run you around $5,000+. Is this worth the price? It really depends. On one hand, Edmunds gave the 2008 BMW 328i a rating of 4.5/5.0, saying the car “set the standard for driving enjoyment, luxury, and refinement.” But if the 328i you’re looking at has very high mileage and a bad transmission, you may want to think twice.
Now, you might be able to have the transmission rebuilt, which would be cheaper. But you’d want a mechanic to give the car a lookover to see whether this is an option.
Type of repair
Details
Pros and Cons
Transmission replacement
Any time a transmission is severely damaged, it will likely require a full transmission replacement. This means that your mechanic will replace your damaged transmission with one refurbished at the factory.
This is a good option for people whose transmissions are too damaged to rebuild. Because it is coming from the factory, the transmission is updated to the pre-built factory specifications. It’s often more costly than a rebuild.
Transmission rebuild
In this case, the mechanic will work with the existing transmission and rebuild it.
As long as the mechanic is knowledgeable, this can be a great option as it will be less expensive than a replacement. However, it takes time, so plan for this and know you’re paying for the mechanic’s time and expertise.
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