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Originally posted by cpu519
Another member here got a trans on Ebay for $450, there seems to more and more better deals out there. RSX owners who install the Type R tranny really are trying to just get rid of their old parts, not trying to make a buck like a wrecking yard would. Check Ebay and clubrsx.com or other rsx forums. One thing to be aware of is the early models had syncro problems and owners complained of grinding gears. Acura released a service bulletin that advised replacing a number of parts. Affected vehicles were in a certain VIN number range, but some cars made after the range still had problems.
I am the one that purchased the 6 speed for $450 on eBay. I have been watching for one for about two months now, and one day I happened to find one with a $450 "buy it now". I think I got lucky because I bet the bidding would have gone much higher. The only thing I can recommend is watch eBay regularly, and check