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Re: BMW Transmission Question
Speed sensor, perhaps?
The problem with stuff like this is that you cannot check the car out properly.
For example, a bad speed sensor would leave the transmission stuck in first gear, so you could only test-drive the car at very slow speeds.
This may mask other problems with the car, associated with handling, brakes, engine, transmission, etc.
IMO its very suspicious. Any seller who will not spend $100 to fix a minor problem may be hiding bigger issues.
Once in a while, you get someone who is just fed-up with the car. A minor failure is like a last straw and they just want to get rid of it. So be cautious. IMO its reasonable to tell the buyer to fix the car, add the repair costs to the price and you will test-drive the car and make an offer.
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