[Norrs2]

Originally Posted by HPsauce

I thought those gearboxes were "usually" pretty bombproof, though yours obviously isn't.

Worth asking our sponsors if they have a lower-mileage used one.

This won't be right to do the job, but gives you an idea: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Audi-A8-D2...-/191682411161
This is maybe nearer: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Audi-A8-D3...-/172257817872

Thanks for the advice mate!

Tried initially to get a 2nd hand unit but could't get one (even from the sponsers) that had a matching part number (essential apparently or the ECU won't match) Lost the will to fix it now!