Auto to manual gearbox question

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Post Thu Apr 04, 2013 1:11 am

I've got a facelift 4 door 318i auto and I'm thinking of converting it to a manual.

I've got a few questions which I'm unsure about regarding gearboxes.

1) Are all parts from facelift manual 318i cars the same, as in can convertible, touring or 2 door parts be used on a 4 door?

2) Are all facelift 318i manual cars fitted with a 5 speed or are there 4 speeds out there?
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Post Thu Apr 04, 2013 1:15 am

Yes
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with cars like mine,
who would you put down to make yourself feel better?
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wullie325i
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Post Thu Apr 04, 2013 2:43 am

yes and no there's only 5 speed manual