[PhoenixM3]

I have a manual GR86 and a C8 on order. My knees are still good, and if the Corvette had a manual, I’d order it. Yeah, DCTs and slush boxes are wickedly quick, but there is something very satisfying with rowing your own.

 

[PhoenixM3]

A few things to consider: Can you drive a manual? Do you absolutely have to have a manual? Do you want to wait for a manual?

I ended up with an auto because I jumped on a car that was in-transit. I traded a Focus ST for it. I miss the stick and third pedal, but I also enjoy the adaptive cruise control and inherent smoothness. It's just a matter of what you want. Don't let anyone shame you out of an auto.

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