My transmission is 'going' on my 97 honda accord?

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bobweb

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It might be best to buy another car now. Even though you've taken good care of the engine, you have to guess whether it will need a timing belt or new head gasket etc, both expensive repairs. The problem in my opinion is that the only good automatic transmission worth the money is a new "remanufactured" transmission (NOT a "rebuilt" transmission) from a company like http://www.jasperengines.com or your Honda dealer etc. But that would cost at least $3000. So the bottom line is that I don't recommend you investing any more money in this car, even if you lose your $3000 investment!
 
My transmission in my 97 accord is starting to take a while to change gears while in the correct rpm range. I have to let off the gas or sometimes it won't do it. Car is 4 door, has 130k miles and I live in wilmington, de. I take good care of it with the fluids and regular maintenance. I only trust one mechanic on this planet but he doesn't do transmissions. So, I took it to Benchmark and they say it's 'going' and quoted me $2100 after taking a look at it for a rebuild. Should I do it? I still owe $3k on the car. I don't mind paying $2100 if it's the best thing for me to do. Just figured I would check first. Thanks.
 
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