Here's the deal. I've got a s123 with a OM603a in it. I need to get a custom driveshaft for the automatic anyway, so I figured I'd hunt down a 5 speed manual while I was in Europe on business. There's plenty of them floating around for around 300 Euros or so. But now I've been introduced to a 6 speed manual option, and who wouldn't want that?

I'm looking at a 716.6XX

I'll be in Northern Italy from January 14th to the 28th and I'll have plenty of time to go wandering.

Here's the issues I'm faced with right now.

• I'm having a hard time finding the shifter position/dimensions to see if this is a decent option
• The checked luggage limit is 70 lb and the transmission is going to be at least 85 lb. Air cargo is at least $450 so I'd like to see if I can split the transmission into two luggage pieces. Any guidance would be helpful.
• If anyone is local I'd love to find some support for getting it and inspecting it prior to purchase

I know this is a long shot, but if anyone has leads or info I would appreciate it.

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