Sorry for the repost, I did this earlier but now I can't find it. I think I might have screwed up and put it in the wrong spot and it got moved or deleted. Sorry.

Well, it is time to buy a used trans for my wife's 2001 accord lx 4cl auto. I know they were warrantying some 2000 and 01's (I think) So should I buy one from a 98? what about 2003, are they the same? I was just thinking I would try and at least avoid those years that were really prone to failing? What would the best year be to get one from. I would think the newest year possible but what years will work? What do y'all think?

Thanks,
Chad

 

1998-2002 are the same, as far as auto tranny. Just Honda's warranty extension, but the 98-99 autos seem just as prone to failure.

Beginning 2003 the 4-cyl engine and tranny are COMPLETELY different. Spins the opposite direction, mounted in the opposite side of the engine bay, it won't bolt up.