If you are planning to walk into the nearest mechanic store and ask for a rebuilt automatic transmission for your Cadillac under the presumption that A Cadillac transmission is A Cadillac transmission is A Cadillac transmission, then it is my humble request that you read ahead and remove your misconceptions.

You would be surprised to know that a rebuilt automatic transmission for a Cadillac Allante suited for models from 1989 to 1992 is of no use for the 1993 model of Allante. Ordering and fitting a rebuilt automatic transmission that does not match your model can spell doom for your Cadillac.

Further, the specifications for two 1993 models of the Cadillac Allante may differ as well. This is the reason why the Original Equipment Manufacturer provides detailed and technical specifications for all the complex components of the vehicle. Automatic transmissions stand right on top of the list of complex components. The rebuilt automatic transmission must comply with these specifications. Not doing so will result in the Cadillac automatic transmission causing more and more problems for the car owner.

* - price as of 2/1/2006. Actual prices may vary.