02 X5 3.0 dead tyranny, now what?

[lbetten95]

After 270000 miles and already having replaced the transmission at 85000 miles, I think my X may finally dead. I had it brought to a transmission shop and they are quoting me $3,200. Overall the motor is in great shape and the body is in great shape. it isn't without some minor mechanical issues like sub frame bushings that need to be replaced at some point. What to do now? Kelley Blue Book only values the vehicle at around $2,000. The idea of a vehicle payment just really isn't in the cards right now but neither is the $3,200 to fix the transmission. Fortunately I have a father in law with an extra vehicle that my wife can drive for the next few weeks.