![]() dealer, (Moorehead, Newburgh, NY) who is usually reliable, says that the fault is mine and that wear does not count under warranty. Just did the window regulator myself, would have been the most expensive repair on my Ody had I taken it to the shop. 2008 Honda fit-first clutch went 32,000 miles, replacement went 47,000 miles, counting towing, this has cost me 3 g’s. ![]() The Ody has had almost no repairs (I consider the above items service), and those required were pretty inexpensive (oil leak at filter housing, power steering pump reseal, etc). My Honda Ody has been less expensive to own and maintain than two other cars I own with similar mileage, all since new. And at your mileage, you will have to expect some repairs, so put in a budget for it. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your unique location. Labor costs are estimated between 776 and 979 while parts are typically priced around 4,490. Other engines have a regular maintenance interval, just like engine oil or filters. The average cost for a Transmission Replacement is between 5,266 and 5,469. Edmunds found one or more Fair deals on a used Honda Fit near you, starting at 13,990. You can't schedule out repairs/failures, but you can the other stuff if you know when things were done before. Some vehicles may never have their transmission fluid changed, unless there’s a leak or another problem. There are 2,565 used Honda Fit vehicles for sale near you, with an average cost of 17,385. For $100, my independent Honda focused mechanic will give a car a very thorough inspection. When were the motor mounts done (did two at 84k, a third at 120k)? And of course, when is the next scheduled timing belt service (105k schedule)? Schedule out your services and likely cost. Example: brakes - will they need pads and rotors and about when (my front pads last 40-60k, my back pads at 80k, rotors still well above minimums at 120k)? Suspension - when were the struts, mounts and shocks last changed (mine were at 110-120k, so my simple assumption is they will probably need replacement at 220-240k). I would approach it by looking at all the major systems and projecting out your mileage and likely repairs and compare them to alternatives. Both are expensive, running anywhere from. ![]() If that’s the case, then you’ll need either a rebuilt or a remanufactured transmission. How long do you intend to keep the van? Will it fit your needs for another XXXX miles? What shape is it in, interior, etc? Do you do some or much of your own repair work, or none? Has it been reliable over its life (mine has been)? What is your alternative to not fixing it (buy old inexpensive used car, newer used car, new car, walk or ride a family bike for six.)? Things to consider. Sometimes a transmission is so damaged it can’t be repaired.
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