Hard gear shifting issue in 849 Testarossa
Gear shifts feel stiff, especially when the car is cold.
Issue Details
- Severity
- medium
- Impact
- Driving becomes uncomfortable and may damage gearbox.
- Estimated Repair Cost
- ₹10,000 – ₹80,000
- Affected Years
- 1984-1996
- Frequency
- Common
Symptoms
- Gear lever feels tight
- Grinding noise
Causes
- Old gearbox oil
- Worn synchros
Solutions
- Change transmission oil
- Repair gearbox components
Prevention Tips
- Warm up car before driving
- Use recommended oil