300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

Our 1990 300SE with 184K, which I have had 15 years, will go forward, but will not shift into reverse. Our mechanic wants to rebuild the transmission at his shop. Has anyone had a similar problem? Is it better to put in a rebuilt transmission, rather than have someone rebuild the transmission in the shop?

I am in the Chicago area. Anyone had expreience with shops in the area they would recommend for such a repair?

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

For some reasons the only rebuild I've heard about with good quality come from German mechanics, that immigrated to US.
No US-trained mechanic have heard about lubricating the door hinges, if you know what I mean.
What is the warranty your mechanic would give you?

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

no major problem on it. it's just a worn out internal discs.

also it is located on the front part of the transmission.

any mechanic who got good experience in automatic transmission can do it.

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

The mechanic said they would warrant it for 12 month. To be done by a Mecedes trained master mechanic.

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

no fear.

have them fix it before it affect other parts.

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

I had a trans problem a few years ago with my 1990 300E and i took it to an older german guy. He fixed it quick and ran smooth the rest of the time i had it. His shop and address. He was reasonably priced but this was about 4 years ago and since ur in the chicago area call him and see what kind of warranty and price he might offer.

HESSEN AUTO
2275 S MOUNT PROSPECT ROAD, ROSEMONT, IL 60018
Phone: (847) 297-7777

RE: 300SE 1990 will not reverse
 

Quick question...does anyone know how long a rebuilt tranny usually last? I'm thinking about getting one for my '90 MB 300 SEL. My tranny is having trouble shifting gears when I first start the car in the morning.

Any thoughts on this?

MM