[MR2] 89 mk1 auto or manual trans needed

[Ron Ewing]

HI guys.  A friend is thinking of picking up an 89 mk1 with a blown auto 
trans.  He needs a good auto trans or might consider converting to a 5 spd. 
Anybody have any spare trannies, advice?  He's here in Columbus, OH like me. 
TIA, Ron.