Output Shaft Bearing?

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I brought my daughter's 2005 Corolla (manual transmission) to the shop for what I thought it needed: a front wheel bearing replacement.

Instead, the mechanic told me that we need a output shaft bearing on the transaxle. He thought it might be wiser to replace the entire transmission, which he estimated at $1500-1700 (he does not provide this service).

Does this sound right? I'm curious if there are any other options? Thank you!
 
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