According to our mechanic, the transmission on the LHS has been replaced. This seems to be a common problem among all LHS models however.
Also, upon inspection the mechanic found the other same problem with the loose from right bearing.
We're just buying this car now. The two problems most frequently being reported have been fixed in that the car has a new transmission and we are replacing the bearing.
The level of luxury for the price of this car is very good and would recommend it as long as you make sure to check the tranny, and bearing. Other than that it's an excellent vehicle.
Your tranny will fail again and probably sooner than later.