Higher Mileage Cars Will Have More Gearbox Problems

Everyone likes to treat themselves to a new or used car every once in a while, and they don’t expect some of the problems that might happen with the vehicle. Having said that, there is something you should be aware of if buying used cars, and that’s the risk of gearbox problems. Used cars aren’t always known for their reliability, and if you have bought a car that’s over 5 years old, you have to consider the fact there might be gearbox problems with it.

People that choose new cars stand a better chance of not having any problems with it. After all, something that is so new definitely shouldn’t have anything wrong with it. Another popular choice is to buy nearly new cars that are considered to be ‘run in’ and tested to make sure they work fine. A new car could have problems, but the chances are minimised because everything is ‘new’. The higher the mileage then the more chance you have of experiencing gearbox problems and suchlike.

There’s a very basic premise here, in that things that get used more frequently could go wrong much sooner. Gearbox problems are quite common though and tend to occur often with vehicles aged over 5 years old. Keep your eyes peeled for any tell-tale signs like the car making unusual sounds. If you do notice something, its time to get to the garage. The longer you leave the problem, the worse it might be.

Bear in mind that gearbox problems can be very expensive to repair and so it is best to check the car over thoroughly before you buy it. Check that there are no funny sounds you can hear coming from the gearbox area. Have a chat with the salesman to get his expert opinion too.