Opinion on 87 528e ZF Autotrans ...

[John Oehlert <oehlert@xxxxxxxxxx>]

I have an 87 528e with 165,000 miles on it. The trans just started slipping 
over the weekend. If I hit the accelerator the RPMs flair and then the 
tranny seems to catch up but the entire car shudders. Spoke with a mechanic 
and as soon as he heard the year, make and mileage info he said I was lucky 
to get that many miles out of the trans. Appears this is common for the 
ZF!? Estimated repair cost is $2500 to $2800 in the San Fran Bay Area. Car 
is in "Fair" condition. Engine OK with new timing belt, etc.. Looking for 
opinions ... to fix or not to fix. That is the question! (Serves me right 
for getting an Auto Trans. All my other cars were 3-series with 5 speed. 
NEVER any problems.)

Thanks in advance.
John

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