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Replace Golf transmission for $7k?

My 2005 VW Golf has 155,000 km on the clock and I have just found out that the auto transmission needs to be replaced. I have been quoted $7000 to put in a new transmission. Is this worthwhile considering the age of the car?

No, it's not. I would be looking to have the transmission rebuilt rather than replaced, but if it has to be replaced I would be looking to do it with a used gearbox instead of a new one.

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