stratosurfer Posted May 2, 2019 Report Share Posted May 2, 2019 All,Sourcing a donor transmission now for my C-Max, I am wary of head-on collision donor vehicles as well as front end side impacts T-Boning the front wheels. You find quite a few of these type. I would think a square rear-end collision would make for the best donor for a FWD vehicle to salvage the transmission. I found a serious rear-ender, salvage yard wants a premium price ($1,599) but the front end looks pristine.Thoughts appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-MaxA2 Posted May 2, 2019 Report Share Posted May 2, 2019 I've heard that you need to check the VIN to assure that the transmission is the right one for your vehicle. I'm not an expert on this but before you get too far along you should look into making sure the transmission is the model / version you need for the year of your vehicle. Apparently, it's not as simple as 'I need a C-Max transmission'. Just saying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratosurfer Posted May 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2019 I've heard that you need to check the VIN to assure that the transmission is the right one for your vehicle. I'm not an expert on this but before you get too far along you should look into making sure the transmission is the model / version you need for the year of your vehicle. Apparently, it's not as simple as 'I need a C-Max transmission'. Just saying...Yes, Snowstorm has schooled me on these complexities and I am following that procedure he outlines before moving forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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