5sp vs. AT in 96-99 Outbacks

[93legacyman]

I'm considering getting another Legacy/Outback wagon ('96-99). I've always preferred a manual tranny, but there are so few of them out there for sale. I'm beginning to wonder if I should include the AT in my searching. My question is HOW RELIABLE ARE THE ATs IN THIS MODEL RANGE OF LEGACY OR OUTBACKS? Do they tend to have problems that could cost me an additional $2000? Thanks for the help!!