Vehicle problems aren’t fun for anyone, especially when it’s something as complex as a broken transmission. As the most important component of a vehicle, repairing a transmission can turn into a major expense. A job like this should be left to professionals, like the ones at Alberta Drive-Line Rebuilders. We have 40 years of combined experience rebuilding both automatic and manual transmissions. We’re the number one Edmonton transmission shops, so you never have to worry about bringing your vehicle to us.
The cost of replacing or rebuilding a transmission can be daunting, which is why we offer a free estimate and consultation when you call. Needing a new transmission is a worse case scenario, which is why it’s best to talk to one of our professionals and have them inspect the problem before shelling out thousands of dollars for a replacement. The cost of repairing a transmission can span from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the severity of the issue. Repairing or replacing a manual transmission costs less than an automatic transmission. However, most of that cost can come from labour.
Our transmission experts are responsible for taking apart a transmission component, and as it’s a complex system of gears and pumps, it can take a while. Not only are they removing the mechanism from the vehicle and taking it apart, but experts at Alberta Drive-Line Rebuilders clean each part and test it to determine where the problem lies. A cost-efficient way of fixing a transmission is to look for parts at a salvage yard. However, that will only cover the cost of the component itself. You can spend one to two thousand dollars on labour alone depending on the extent of the problem.
This Edmonton transmission shops deals in both domestic and foreign transmissions. Repair costs for a vehicle with foreign transmissions such as Mercedes, BMW and Volkswagen, may be higher than brands like Ford and Buick, due to the availability of parts. It’s cheaper to obtain parts from across the border than across the ocean. However, even vehicles assembled domestically run the risk of having parts that have been manufactured overseas. You may have a Honda who’s transmission needs a specific part, but many of their parts are made in Southeast Asia. Transmission parts for older and classic vehicles may cost more as well unless you’re lucky enough to find a part or two at a salvage yard. Replacing the transmission of an older car entirely can prove difficult depending on just how old the car is. Rebuilding it may be the only way to go, and that can run you a few thousand or more.
With a broken transmission, the question ultimately comes down to whether or not you should have it repaired or replaced altogether. Rebuilding is necessary when one major part is broken, costing at least a thousand dollars. In this case, while our expert takes apart the transmission, worn parts are replaced during reassembly. This option can be less expensive than fully replacing it since only a few components are being swapped out. Replacing a transmission entirely can also be a cost-effective option, in that bringing in a new or re-manufactured transmission will save money on labour.
There are many unique circumstances when it comes to your transmission, and while you can ballpark the cost of a fix, you never really know what’s going on until you get a professional to take a look.
Alberta Drive-Line Rebuilders take pride in having your vehicle safely up and running in no time.