You could possibly take it over to lakeland auto mall and have it replaced. I think you may need to teach your friend how to drive that 6 speed or something, however. We NEVER and I mean NEVER have problems with the MTX clutches etc. We only have problems with people and the AutoSticks because Mazda thought it would be great to incorporate a paddle shifter on an automatic. The ATX's usually fade at about 18,000 miles with moderate to hard driving. The MTX's have no problems whatsoever that we have seen.