So far I been told a used transmission cost $1,500 and a rebuilt cost $3,500 with $1000 in labor.

Quote Originally Posted by Ross
These cars can get pricey to fix if you don't do it yourself or have a trusted indy mechanic.
My advice is if the rest of the car is sound the trans investment is woth it. Shop for an overhual rather than an unknown used box.
An S-10 is an altogether different animal. They are also regarded as lowline junkheaps even when new(the Cavalier of PU trucks). Whatever floats your boat but don't give up on the BM if it's otherwise sound.