Well, I'd like to start off by saying thanks for all the responses, you've all helped convince me I really need to look into keeping my D2 on the road. I was hoping to be convinced by knowledgable people that it'd be the right thing to do and it's safe to say I have been. I've had a few days lying about in the sun to ponder it and I've come to the conclusion that repair / refurb / replacement is the right thing to do. I'll start looking into the options as soon as I get back from holiday.
I'm someone who doesn't see my car as just a means of transport, I'm quite fanatical about cleaning it and keeping it right. I've had it almost eight years now, done 40,000 miles and its been a joy to own. The fact I've spent £3k + over the last eight months says enough about how much I enjoy owning and driving it. To throw in the towel when the first major mechanical thing goes wrong just doesn't seem right. I really like the D2 and I could buy a nice S8 for five or six thousand but I'd still have a car more than ten years old and then potentially have the same issue in the future whereas I get mine fixed and I've got peace of mind (gearbox wise anyway!) and many more years of motoring in a classic car.
So, I'll see how the fault develops when I get back, I assume its in rapid decline once it starts hesitating between second and third gear, is that a sure sign? I've noticed that shifting from park into reverse (it's parked on my drive which is an incline) produces what I can only describe as a "crack" which has become more noticeable recently, sound familiar? I've also become aware of what sounds like a bearing noise (they were both renewed recently when I changed the front suspension arms to fit Brembo's) at a certain speed but I'm now thinking it could be specific to second gear only, is this also a sign that anyone has noticed before it went altogether? Sorry about all the questions but I'm aware that people on here have far more knowledge and experience than me, and may be able to give me some pointers on what to do, and what not to do. I've noticed on the transmission sticky for D2's that there is a place 30 minutes from me called Advanced Transmissions, anyone had any dealings with them and willing to provide feedback?
Once again, thanks for all the good advice, very much appreciated. I'll be sure to keep you updated on what I decide to do.
