When did MINI switch to AISIN Transmission?
When did MINI switch to AISIN Transmission?
What was the first year for the AISIN transmission? I recently bought a CPO 2006 Cooper S w/32K miles, and was was wondering whether it is equipped with the dreaded CVT. My search of the Internet has been inconclusive on what year AISIN became the standard.
Thanks in advance for your responses

Thanks in advance for your responses
Looks like 2005: Edmunds confirms the 2005 has an optional 6 speed auto (2nd link)
http://www.motoringfile.com/2004/07/..._transmission/
http://www.edmunds.com/used/2005/min.../standard.html
http://www.motoringfile.com/2004/07/..._transmission/
http://www.edmunds.com/used/2005/min.../standard.html
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