GearBox Issue / Thrust Bearing

[JCW225]

Hi Guys / Ladies

We have an issue with our gearbox - Our BMW Dealer want's £2,800 to replace the Gearbox !
They mentioned something about a "Lathe" ! - Im not sure what this is ? Forgive my Ignorance.

Whats the Best route to get this matter resolved as £2,800 is crazy money !
Surely there must be better options for less money ?

Is there any options out there e.g :

1. A Specialist who can rebuild the GearBox

2. Or a New Gearbox which is more specific to a car with 235bhp ? But at what price ?

Thanks for any help on this

[MINIMANIAUK]

I would replace it with a late model gearbox from a breakers,and save a lot of money!!
It is unusual for a gearbox on the S to fail,so establish exactly what caused the failure,so as not to repeat the exercise !!

[JCW225]

Quote: Originally Posted by MINIMANIAUK (original)

I would replace it with a late model gearbox from a breakers,and save a lot of money!!
It is unusual for a gearbox on the S to fail,so establish exactly what caused the failure,so as not to repeat the exercise !!

Thanks MiniManiaUK
Really appreciate the advice

[MINI-Morgan]

How much????? Oh wait... its it an CVT Automatic?? otherwise the scrap yard or recon gearbox company and I wouldnt expect much more than a 1/3 of that price. Then find a half decent garage to fit for maybe £300 or so cash in palms.

I've only ever had to replace the gearbox on one car before and that was a recon unit I sourced for 1/4 the retail price and fitted for only £150.

Like above, investigate the cause and exactly what is wrong with the box first as sometimes there is a cheaper fix than just a whole new box.

[Foxy Mini]

Contact 1320 Autos, I'm sure they'll be able to help