Our 'main' car has 275,000miles on it, which I understand means the transmission could be coming to the end of it's 'life'. It is shifting okay (timing may be a little off) and I don't see any leaks. But, a mechanic told us that she once experienced a transmission failure without any warning signs. She started the car, drove 3 miles and pffft. That was it. I know other people (with cars other than MB's) have said that the first 'big clue' of transmission trouble is when it fails to go in to reverse. This seems more common that total failure out of the blue.

Opinions?? We do have a parts car, but we'd probably have to hire someone to change it over. And if something ain't broke, should I fix it??

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Natalie