In a message dated 97-01-22 15:20:12 EST, you write: << Not in 1990 (in U.S., anyway)....5-spds avail only in 1991 according to AoA (I asked when I owned mine).....SLM >> That's strange I purchased a used 5 SPD transmission out of a 1990 V8. And I've seen several advertised as well... Scott