Giving up the Fight

[DIYX5]

Hi Brave hearts - I'm dumping my Maroon 2001 E53 4.4i automatic. Has 81K. Yesterday the tranny gave out while I was doing 60mph on the highway. Quit as if I'd put it in neutral no warning. No message, No "Transfailsafe" message either.
Aamco says $800 to diagnose, Rebuilts are 4k-6K.
I'm not brave enough to try rebuilding myself like some of you daring souls. and cannot throw away any more $.

My heartfelt wishes to all you brave souls.

I had to choose between domestic peace and X5. And the former won. Never again.

If interested reach me, its in Fairfax, VA.
Complete coolant system overhaul 300~ miles. New Radiator, hoses, fan, pump, clutch, thermostat, coolant reservoir.
New Arnot air suspensions, New tyres - 200 miles on them, new battery, new HVAC panel, new door lock, door handle, window regulators. ultra clean.