The auto gearbox in my 1987 190E is nearing rebuild time with 100,000mls on the clock whereas the Getrag 5 speed on my factory 190 Evolution feels like new. It's a little cantankerous when it's cold and it like a good beating before it starts to work smoothly - lol - it's not a gearbox for casual changes but it's great apart from that. Next Benz I get will be a manual for sure.