When it comes to choosing a used automatic transmission for your Lexus ES 330 or GS 300, it might seem to be a cheaper option as compared to opting for a rebuilt automatic transmission for the Lexus. However, that is not something that you ought to be doing unless you want to get stranded miles from the nearest car repair center with a busted transmission.

The difference between used automatic transmission and rebuilt automatic transmission is the same as the difference between a cowshed and a palace.

A rebuilt automatic transmission of your Lexus will be one that is specifically designed for your car. It will be perfectly tuned to function in synchronization with your engine. The chance of a used Lexus automatic transmission being the perfect one for your model and make is very less. You can procure a rebuilt Lexus transmission from reputed dealers. You can get used automatic transmissions from junkyards or broken down cars. Why would you ever want to install that into your car just to save a few bucks?

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