This afternoon I was remarking to my wife how great the car seemed to be running. Tonight we were going out to dinner, backed out of the driveway, no problem - but going forward, it felt like something was dragging, almost as if the parking brake was set. Then I realized that when I moved the shifter to neutral, it stayed in reverse. I of course put it back in the garage and took the VW. Does this sound like somthing inside the transmission? It does have a slight leak but I always check and keep it filled.

Thanks,

Ray Solomon

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2001 Golf GLS TDI 5-Speed Reflex Silver 244K 46 MPG hwy Mobil 1 ESP 5w30 (VW 507.00 MB 229.51), Michelin Pilot Exalto A/S (mine)

2010 TDI Jetta Sportwagen DSG White Gold Metallic/Corn Silk 7K miles | Panoramic Roof | iPod kit | Mats+Splash Guards kit | built 11/09 | acquired 12/20/09 (hers)

'88 300E Sold

The reverse clutch pack has come apart. Usually caused by the spring retainer deflecting and releasing. If that is the case its time for a rebuild.

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Steve Brotherton
Continental Imports
Gainesville FL
Bosch Master, ASE Master, L1
33 years MB technician

Thanks again, Steve. Should I just get an MB rebuilt with the 2 yr warranty? Or should I have mine fixed? 108K (supposedly) on 1988 car.

Thanks,
Ray

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2001 Golf GLS TDI 5-Speed Reflex Silver 244K 46 MPG hwy Mobil 1 ESP 5w30 (VW 507.00 MB 229.51), Michelin Pilot Exalto A/S (mine)

2010 TDI Jetta Sportwagen DSG White Gold Metallic/Corn Silk 7K miles | Panoramic Roof | iPod kit | Mats+Splash Guards kit | built 11/09 | acquired 12/20/09 (hers)

'88 300E Sold

Depends a lot on the price. The job is a very good long term repair if one has experience. A good professional rebuild should be available for around 2k. A decent price on a MB rebuild would be a tough decision, but most MB rebuilds are sold for a bunch of money.

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Steve Brotherton
Continental Imports
Gainesville FL
Bosch Master, ASE Master, L1
33 years MB technician