The transmission will have the part number on the driver's side of the pan rail ...
part number will be -
PK2801541L abcd efgh----- (where "abcd" is a 10,000 day date code - around 2488 for your car) & (efgh is the production unit number)
The last 8 digits of the VIN# will be stamped about center top of the bellhousing
8G266xxx ![](http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1601/960418/2210086/28450113.jpg)
If you have to locate parts, why not locate the correct parts? IMHO any useable original numbered part, reunited with the car, enhances the overall quality/value/desirability of the car.
Josh, did you get your email?