Id go with the 5 spd, I always thought I was too lazy of a driver too drive stick...but i eventually had too learn and start drivin standard cuz my parents only have 2 cars and ones standard. It doesnt take long at all too learn i taught myself in a day, and ur gettin a great deal on that car, if u ever decide u dont want it, send it over too me.

 

i think it a 4 speed and overdrive for an auto.

 

Its easy to drive a stick...

 

to answer the question of whats the best year. The 99 is the best to get from the 2g's