1998 BMW auto trans question.

[A930Rocket]

I'm looking at a 1998 BMW 323i cab in great shape with an auto trans for nice days, but the seller says it needs a new trans. The car is about $1500 obo. From what I've read, there are two auto trans for this year.

Are they interchangeable? Are other BMW trans/years interchangeable?

Is it hard to rebuild one? My local shop want $2800-$3200 to R&R the trans with rebuilt. Lots of money there. They are getting back to me about just a rebuild and I R&R it.

What about used? What are my chances of getting a used one?

Thanks.

[rattlsnak]

not interchangeable but many years will fit. Get the tag/part number, that will tell you which one it has so you can do some more research, but they usually go for @$ 700 used.

[911_Dude]

You can find used "tested" BMW transmissions for about $750-1200 on the interwebs

[fred cook]

You should be able to find a rebuilt unit for around $1300 or so (with core exchange).

[GG Allin]

FWIW doing a manual swap on a car like that would be a piece of cake. Probably under $1000 in (used) parts with a (new) clutch and flywheel.

Trans: 300
Pedal Assembly 100
Driveshaft 75
Clutch Kit 425
Hydraulic Line 50

[A930Rocket]

Thanks guys. I drive a 5 speed every day and the rest of the family is shifting impaired, so I'll stick with an auto.