From a "spy who came in from the cold" ....
The "Mk 2" Cappuccino (those with VINs commencing with EA21R .....) have a choice of having either the tried and tested 5-speed gearbox or a 3-speed automatic option; which is very useful to know!
I'm asking this because I like to find out whether a Honda Beat or an Autozam AZ-1 can be (retro) fitted with a 3-speed auto box as an "acceptable upgrade" seeing that quite a few classic- and collectible cars have this option! For example, the early Jaguar E-type (with the 3.8-litre engine) were originally fitted with drum brakes all round. The acceptable upgrade means that the drum brakes can be replaced with [direct-replacement] discs for a better stopping power and increased safety; and which makes a lot of sense with today's motoring!
Although the AZ-1 or Beats' 5-speed manual box does not constitute a safety factor as such like the Mk 1 E-Type, having a 3-speed auto box like the Mk 2 Cappuccino would make driving these cars a lot more user-friendly for the 21st century!
Can anyone out there shed some light on this, please?