Considering 525 with tranny problem. Should I?

[Jesda]

A clean E34 M20 with an automatic. Seller describes it as "no slipping,some day no problem,other day up shift to early,like a stuck valve"

I'm going to take a look this week. Does it sound like something that could be resolved with a simple tranny flush, or something more serious?

Much thanks!

[632 Regal]

Id say if you are up to replacing the trans and the assoiated expense go for it, if not than stay away.

could be simple as a selenoid problem but the trans could also be fried.

A clean E34 M20 with an automatic. Seller describes it as "no slipping,some day no problem,other day up shift to early,like a stuck valve"

I'm going to take a look this week. Does it sound like something that could be resolved with a simple tranny flush, or something more serious?

Much thanks!

[swenpro]

Stay away. These auto boxes are often disposable after 100k if not maintenanced, and this is the problem I'm stuck with now. I'll proly be dropping a couple grand on a 'new' tranny soon

[Fetch]

I wouldn't consider it.

[JerseySi]

Depends on the cost of the car - If it's cheap enoughand in good enough condition apart from the box, then go for it!
Just plan for a 'box replacement, that way if it's more simple it's a bonus!
Example - I recently bought a 535i auto that only goes backwards, for £100.. alledgedly it comes with another (working) box, but I'm still to catch up with the guy & get it off him :s
Even If i spend £500 on another 'box, the car will be worth it when fixed..
Probably helps if you're handy with the spanners too

O, and - show us pics!!

[Jesda]

Thanks guys for all the info. I dont own an E34 anymore, but love this forum!