Two different questions, Stumpy.

First question was about the transmission ONLY. Apparently, it is trouble prone. Therefore I'm only going to recommend a rebuilt / re-manufactured transmission. (Not a salvage yard transmission) After talking with more people, I've learned that Advance auto parts has a rebuilt transmission that's over $600 less than the other parts store. This discovery changes the math on fixing the transmission.

The lady who owns the car is in her mid 80's and has Very little money. It would be a big financial problem if she has the transmission replaced and then has some other major problem with this car. She can't frankly afford to have another major repair anytime soon.


This question is about whether or not there are any OTHER DURABILITY ISSUES with THE REST OF THE CAR. In other words, if the transmission is replaced, is the car likely to run for a while?