I just found out that my Transimission is shot on my 1998 XJ8. I need to know how much will it cost to replace it( rebuild or new) I am located in NJ USA does anyone knows good place that could help me out getting one? I have someone to replace i just would need the transmission it self.
Thanks in advance

 

You can get the transmission itself (rebuilt) for about $2100, plan on at least $800 to install depending on the shop and what kind of deals you can manage. If you have a shop around there that specializes in BMWs or Jags, they might be willing to do a rebuild, that would be much cheaper. The 5HP24 was used in 97-02 540 and 740 models as well as the Jags so that might give you a few more options.

 

You have a few options. AAMCO quoted me approx $4K to rebuild mine out the door. Or you can go to http://www.car-part.com/ and see if you can find one here. I found a used gearbox for my '01 XJ8L with a 2 year full replacement and labor warranty for $1200.00 delivered. Another $850.00 and it was in the car and running. In this case you will need a few parts like a front seal, pan gasket and filter as well as some very expensive transmission fluid. You would be hard pressed to come up with a deal like that unless you have a few favors due.

Lastly, you could rebuild and reinstall yours for about $1K and the additional labor.

 

Keep in mind that the 1998 transmission was a stand alone year. The 99 and up models are different.

 

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different transmission ?

 

Yes, they are different.

 

I found one with a local transmission place this place has a great record and has ben in business for over 30 years. I got it for $2700 with labor and everything also 12 month unlimited waranty.i dropped the car off today and it will be done by monday
thanks to all of you with the info

 

edo:
Please report back after a month or so to help people understand they do not have to give a dealer $6000 for a transmission for a 12 year old car.

 

Sounds like a good price. Well done, Sir!