E36 Synchromesh replacement

[ichbintk]

Hi everyone,
I'm looking at a 1997 328i and have just had an AA inspection carried out. The only faults are missing dust caps on the front (m-sport) suspension and a worn synchromesh between 2 and 3. I want to try get the car ASAP but I need to know how much this will cost so that I can make an offer.
Thanks, Tom

[ichbintk]

Bump.
Can anyone give me a vague figure? I've tried companies on Google but they all say I need to bring it in for an inspection before they quote.
Thanks, Tom

[phelix]

I would guess £750-1000 for a gearbox R&R and rebuild? Plus a few quid for a new clutch disk while the box is out? Here's a data point - http://www.gizmosltd.co.uk/z1.htm

[Mroad]

Depends what you want to do, a refurb box will cost more but should be warranted or you could stick a decent 2nd hand gearbox in.
I picked up a 2nd hand 328 box for £30 and it works fine. A gamble that paid off.
Bear in mind what ever you do it involves removing the box so budget a few hundred quid for that I would assume, depending on where you take it and it would be sensible to replace the clutch while it's out unless it's been done recently and not worn.
£500-£600 not including clutch as a pie in the sky figure? Might be more (recon route) or might be less (2nd hand route).

Edited for speeling

Edited by Mroad on Saturday 28th August 10:33

[therealpigdog]

Sam issue with mine. If it is just the synchrohub then I've been quoted £120 for a reconditioned part and a crate of beer for the labour. Add a couple of hours labour charges in and you're probably looking at £400 or so.