Transmission swap?

Hello,
I'm thinking of buying an e36 M3. Just browsing the online ads I see a lot more automatics for sale than manuals. Wondering if it's possible to do a tranny swap...auto to manual.

Thanks

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It's definitely possible. How good are you with a wrench and instructions?

You'll also need a new DME.

Thanks dude. For those who want more info on the subject: The Official Auto-to-Manual Transmission Swap Thread

Im in the middle of purchasing an e36 m3 as well. And this idea is very tempting to me, seeing as i have all the parts to do the swap. This is the reason why i'm going to wait for the right 5 speed car: 1. Resale value- the vin is will be an auto m3, which are less valuable in general. 2. If your going to spend your $, then why should you have to settle with an auto trans when its not what you want? But i guess if the deal to you is worth it go for it. Im going to look at an avus ///M today! Wish me luck.

e code kng, thanks for the good advice. I'm going to keep looking for the proper 5 speed car.

Good luck with your purchase. Let us see a few pics!

Originally Posted by petriej

You'll also need a new DME.

No you dont.

I still have my stock auto dme in my car.

Originally Posted by KaptinKP

No you dont.

I still have my stock auto dme in my car.

I stand corrected! /Salute

Just get an MT, they are all over the place! With patience you'll find the right one.