One need not decide to go in for a rebuilt automatic transmission for your Honda car only because the vehicle is acting up. Constant leaks, vibrations and poor performance is always a reason to go in for an overhaul of the Honda automatic transmission. However, one can also go in for a rebuilt Honda automatic transmission to improve the performance of the car.

Modern day automatic transmissions of cars like Honda that already use a lot of advanced technology consist of many complex components. While it is not advisable to replace the components with any other, a Honda car owner who does not mind taking the risk can enjoy significantly improved performance by using improved components.

The rebuilt Honda automatic transmission can incorporate bands that are wider and better than the bands specified by the original equipment manufacturer. These bands will last longer and will offer better performance than the original bands. Similar improvements can be incorporated in all the components ranging from the gear sets to the torque converter.

The adage of greater the risk, greater the reward stands true for rebuilt automatic transmissions as well.

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