i like the five speed idea. it isnt that hard if you get all the parts. it was offered in the 300e but prob not all years. they are rare as hens teeth though. prob hard to find in salvage yard as folks put them in when their automatics eat it.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.