I've routinely switched out manual/automatic trannys. It's quite a bit of work, but it IS something you can do if you have some experience.
As for decreasing value - just keep the old parts! If you want to sell it, you can either include the original parts, or you can switch it back prior to selling. You're not making any permanent changes that can't be undone!
For my part, I'd go for the T5. Better gear ratios, better gas mileage and power.
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