Cost for transmission replacement"

you always pay the most at a dealer. check at one of the major chains for a quote and you will see the price much less Roy

If you won't take it to the dealer make sure the other place has access to VIDA or DICE Volvo diagnostic computer. The transmission control module has to be reprogrammed, fluid counter and adaptations needs to be reset. Zee

These transmissions may only be available from the dealer, so even if you go to an Independent shop, they will be purchasing the part from the Dealer. 6K sounds about the going rate, the part itself can be up to $3-$4.5K and 12 hours of labor, just for the transmission replacement.