Auto gearbox poor performance

Branflake · 13th July 2020, 22:07

A friend of mine who wants to buy a R75 recently came across a low-mileage, apparently well cared-for, 2.5 V6 automatic for sale locally to him. At the weekend, I went along with him to look at it. First impressions were good in that the car was presented well and the engine revved sweetly. However, when we both drove the car, we were struck by how poor the performance was when the auto 'box was in 'Normal' mode. The engine just didn't have any get-up-and-go, especially when pulling away, feeling more like a 1-litre than a 2.5. In contrast, with 'Sport' mode selected, the car regained normal acceleration from standstill and pulled well under kickdown and at high revs.

Can anyone in the know offer their opinion please on what this (presumably) gearbox issue might be and how much it could cost to put right?

Would it be better to walk away from a car like this? Or buy the car, having negotiated an appropriate discount to cover the cost of a repair?

The gearbox issue aside, it would otherwise appear to be a solid, well-maintained car. Thanks for your help.

13th July 2020, 22:07	#1
Branflake Regular poster None at the moment Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London Posts: 47 Thanks: 18 Thanked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Auto gearbox poor performance A friend of mine who wants to buy a R75 recently came across a low-mileage, apparently well cared-for, 2.5 V6 automatic for sale locally to him. At the weekend, I went along with him to look at it. First impressions were good in that the car was presented well and the engine revved sweetly. However, when we both drove the car, we were struck by how poor the performance was when the auto 'box was in 'Normal' mode. The engine just didn't have any get-up-and-go, especially when pulling away, feeling more like a 1-litre than a 2.5. In contrast, with 'Sport' mode selected, the car regained normal acceleration from standstill and pulled well under kickdown and at high revs. Can anyone in the know offer their opinion please on what this (presumably) gearbox issue might be and how much it could cost to put right? Would it be better to walk away from a car like this? Or buy the car, having negotiated an appropriate discount to cover the cost of a repair? The gearbox issue aside, it would otherwise appear to be a solid, well-maintained car. Thanks for your help.