Preference/Poll 2001 Automatic or Stick?
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:29 PM
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Heel & Toe
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Preference/Poll 2001 Automatic or Stick?
I am looking at a 2001 Convertible it is pretty loaded. What is more preferable to most people manual or automatic shift? Thanks
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:34 PM
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You need to say how you would use the car
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:35 PM
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Jan 19, 2008 | 03:38 PM
Melting Slicks
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MANUAL FOREVER!!!
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:41 PM
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Are clutches high maintenance items on C5s, I personally would love a manual
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:41 PM
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Jan 19, 2008 | 03:45 PM
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I have an A4, but I love manual trannys. The A4 isn't bad at all though, but if I could buy my vette again, it would have the manual tranny.
Jan 19, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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Are clutches high maintenance items on C5s, I personally would love a manual
C5 clutches are no more a maintenance issue than any other car.
Gor for the manual. It is more engaging
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Jan 19, 2008 | 03:53 PM
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manual seems to just give me that control I need over an auto
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:38 PM
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MANUAL -
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:43 PM
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Manual
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:46 PM
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That is a very personal decison. As for my choice:
6 speed manual. No regrets at all.
Chuck
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:50 PM
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My A4 works great for me, its personal pref. good luck
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:53 PM
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Got THAT right. Also, I had to get the Auto if I had any hopes of the wife driving it.
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Go for the manual. It is more engaging
Groan. That was punishment.
s'noJob
Jan 19, 2008 | 04:53 PM
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For me, all sports cars should be manual to get the most driving enjoyment out of it! I looked for a 6 speed car...
Jan 19, 2008 | 05:33 PM
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Hummmm I was going to get automatic for sure now after reading this I'm leaning towards 6 Speed Manual which is on car I'm looking at tomorrow
Jan 19, 2008 | 05:40 PM
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From: Finland
Manual for me!
Jan 19, 2008 | 05:40 PM
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Manual !!!
It's so much fun!!
Jan 19, 2008 | 05:43 PM
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For me, all sports cars should be manual to get the most driving enjoyment out of it! I looked for a 6 speed car...
Jan 19, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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I like both, but In city driving like Vegas, go with the A4
Chuck
