If you need to get a new transmission for your car, consider a used one instead of a new one. A used transmission can be beneficial in several ways while still giving you a great vehicle you can drive for several more years, all without the added cost a new transmission would cost. A rebuilt transmission can also be an option when buying a transmission for your car.

Speak to your auto mechanic about the benefits of buying a used transmission over a new one. Your auto mechanic will help you compare your prices so you get the best transmission for your needs and can still stay within budget in doing so.

Your costs are lower

A used transmission can give you plenty of life for your vehicle without costing you as much as a newer one. If your vehicle is very old and you plan on trading it in in a few years anyway, consider a used transmission that will get you by and then some over a new one. The investment will be more beneficial to your situation and will help you save money where you don't need to invest a lot in your used car.

Your car still runs as great

A used transmission can still come with a warranty or guarantee from the auto mechanic company that puts it in, even if it doesn't fall under a manufacturer warranty anymore. A used transmission may still fall under a traditional warranty even if the car part is used if it still doesn't have a lot of miles on it.

 A used transmission may have been parted out from another vehicle or may have been taken out of a car that was totaled. The transmission may have nothing wrong with it other than age, which means you can get your car fitted with a new transmission and have a great experience in the process without worrying about being able to afford repairing your vehicle in this way.

Even a used transmission can give you several years of quality use out of your vehicle. If you are worried about the benefits of putting a used transmission in your vehicle, ask your auto mechanic if they can recommend a used transmission and if you can compare the costs of a rebuilt, used, or new transmission before making a purchase. Your auto mechanic wants you to have a well-working car, so they will show you all your available options for a transmission within your budget.