Used Japanese Car Gearboxes in Birmingham
A gearbox is not a part you can buy by looks alone. Manual, automatic and CVT gearboxes work in different ways, and two gearboxes from the same model can still differ. Autos Craft Ltd supply used Japanese car gearboxes from our Birmingham yard. Call 07961 404768 with your car's details and we will check stock and compatibility for your car.
Call 07961 404768 to check gearbox stock for your carManual gearboxes
A manual gearbox is the simplest of the three types, and often the cheapest to replace. Even so, the gearbox code matters — ratios and mountings vary between cars that look the same from the outside. Give us your car's details and the code if you can find it, and we will check the gearbox against them.
Before you buy a used manual gearbox, ask about its condition and what is included. A gearbox sold with its mountings and linkages can save time later, so it is worth asking what comes with the one you are buying.
Automatic gearboxes
Automatic gearboxes are more complex than manuals, and they rely on electronics as well as mechanics. The gearbox code and the year of your car decide which automatic gearbox will work with your car — a gearbox from a different year may not talk to your car's electronics. That is why we check the details before we confirm a match.
If you are buying an automatic gearbox, ask about its history and condition, and make sure you know what fluid and parts it will need when it is installed. Your mechanic can advise on what else to budget for.
CVT gearboxes
A CVT gearbox has no fixed gears — it changes ratio continuously. It feels different to drive, and it is a different unit from a conventional automatic, so the two are never interchangeable. If your car has a CVT, you need a CVT gearbox, and the code decides which one. Tell us your car's details and we will check.
How to match a gearbox to your car
Matching a gearbox starts with three facts: your car's make, model and year, and the gearbox code where you can find it. The code is usually stamped on the gearbox casing or listed in your car's documents. With those facts we can check whether a gearbox is the right one — and if we are not sure, we will say so.
What to check before buying
Ask about the gearbox's history, its condition, and what is included with it. Check for leaks, listen for anything unusual if you can see the gearbox running, and make sure you know whether the price covers the gearbox alone or the gearbox with its mountings and linkages. Our buying guide covers the same checks for used parts in general.
How much does a used gearbox cost?
Gearbox prices depend on the type, the car it fits and its condition, so we do not list them here. Call 07961 404768 with your car's details and gearbox code and we will give you a price for the gearbox we hold.
Frequently asked questions
Will this gearbox fit my car?
It depends on your car's make, model, year and gearbox code. Give us those details when you call on 07961 404768 and we will check the gearbox against them before we sell it. If it does not match, we will tell you.
Manual vs automatic — how do I tell which I have?
If your car has a clutch pedal and a gear stick, it is a manual. If it has no clutch pedal and a selector with positions such as P, R, N and D, it is an automatic or a CVT. Your car's documents or the gearbox code will confirm which type it is.
What is a gearbox code and where do I find it?
A gearbox code is a short combination of letters and numbers that identifies the exact gearbox type. It is usually stamped on the gearbox casing or printed in your car's documents. The code matters because two gearboxes can look alike and still be different inside.
What should I check before buying a used gearbox?
Ask about the gearbox's history and condition, check for leaks, and find out what is included — mountings and linkages or the gearbox alone. Make sure you know the gearbox code matches your car before you commit to buying it.
Do you have my gearbox in stock?
Stock changes as cars are broken, so call 07961 404768 with your car's details and gearbox code and we will check. If we do not hold the gearbox you need, we will tell you straight away. Stock turns over as cars are broken, so it is always worth asking even if we did not have your gearbox last time.
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