I have a 99 c230 w/ 124K miles. The other day it just decided to NOT move when I put it into reverse. It took several gear changes for it to go into gear, and when it did, I heard a ?popping? sound and it jumped into gear. After that, I heard a rattling type of noise in and out of gear. It still drives, but makes noise. This noise increases with the RPM?s. So, I had it taken to a transmission shop that is trying to ?rip my head off? financially on the repair. I?m trying to locate the transmission (or another compatible one) on the internet, but I cant get anyone to give me a straight answer on what other model types that will fit my car. I know that having more to choose from would help me find a better price. Heck, I?m not even sure that I need a new one...but I?m at the mercy of the repair shop right now, and that?s what they are saying.
My mechanic will put it in for me, but I just have to find a part that?s reasonably priced and will work....
If anyone can help me...I?d really appreciate it. Thanks, Kris Arkansas
The transmission part # is 2102701701