I bought an '03 for $3k probably six years ago (has around 230k on it now). I noticed the transmission was whining a bit immediately after I paid for it. Refu

I bought an '03 for $3k probably six years ago (has around 230k on it now). I noticed the transmission was whining a bit immediately after I paid for it. Refuses to die, and it's so useful I can't get rid of it. I've put 4x8 sheets of drywall in back many times.