There are two very well-regarded Mercedes independent mechanics that I visit.

One shop will install a rebuilt transmission, purchased from the dealer with a two year warranty, for $2,000.00

That is $2,000, out the door, including removal, re-installing, and sales tax.

Another shop that I frequent, the famous Mr. MB Motors that we all rave about on this board, uses a local rebuilder that specializes in MB transmissions, and will do the whole job for $1,500 installed. Enrique says that he has installed over a hundred transmissions from this rebuilder, and has never had a problem.

I happened to speak to Enrique today about his advice on the W210 E420 or E430, and he commented that they use an electronically controlled transmission, and that this newer type 5-speed tranny costs about $4,000 to rebuild.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".