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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 06:10 PM
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transmission swap

Can you swap a 6 speed for an auto on an 06-08 cooper s. My wife will not drive a stick. BooHoo
 
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Old Dec 22, 2011 | 06:22 PM
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We've done a few autos to 6spd swaps, but going to an Auto isn't going to be worth it, It will be cheaper to buy another car.
 
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Old Dec 23, 2011 | 04:29 AM
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Also, '06 and '07 were 2 different models in the hardtop (convertible is a different story)
 
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Old Dec 24, 2011 | 05:48 AM
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WAYMOTORWORKS is giving you excellent advice. You'll be a lot better off financially to trade cars rather that trying to switch transmission types! IMHO!
 
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