I've been considering swapping the stock 16v transmission for one from a mk3 2.0l due to the taller gearing. Last night I scanned craigslist and found one for $250 so I offered $150 via email and he said no way. I called him up and asked if $200 would do it, and if so I'd get it tonight... so that worked and now I have the transmission that should be much better suited to the turbo'd engine. When I'm on the highway it may be a little more pleasant too.
I have a complete transmission gasket and seal kit on the way so I'm thinking of installing my limited slip. On the other hand I almost don't even want to open up the transmission :) I am getting so lazy when it comes to working on the car. If I won't be able to get more than $200 for the 16v trans then it may make sense to keep it for a spare. Other than a chipped reverse gear it is perfect at 230k miles. What is a fair price to ask for it? Are the closer ratio units in higher demand that the mk3 2.0l transmissions?
