automatic vs manual
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automatic vs manual
It appears to me and I could be totally wrong- that the manual is a much more prized commodity in the C5? In fact I understand it was a additional option in the C5 but the auto is an upgraded option in the C6.
Forum brethren and sisteren speak to me about the auto vs the manual in the C5
Forum brethren and sisteren speak to me about the auto vs the manual in the C5
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Not sure that an MN6 is much more "prized" than an A4, its purely preference.
I have an A4, I love it, others that have a MN6 probably love it too or they wouldn't have it.
MN6 gets a bit better gas mileage than an A4, and I'm sure those much more endowed with the knowledge will pipe in.
I have an A4, I love it, others that have a MN6 probably love it too or they wouldn't have it.
MN6 gets a bit better gas mileage than an A4, and I'm sure those much more endowed with the knowledge will pipe in.
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It's personal!
I like the ease of the Auto and the 1/4 it's quicker!
It just all depends on individual and their driving preferrence! Most do feel that since it is a Vette that one should have a manual
that is since it is America's sports car and all and they do go hand in hand!
Thanks,Matt
I like the ease of the Auto and the 1/4 it's quicker!
It just all depends on individual and their driving preferrence! Most do feel that since it is a Vette that one should have a manual
that is since it is America's sports car and all and they do go hand in hand!Thanks,Matt
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From what I understand the auto was standard and the M6 was an option.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
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I have one of each and, properly set up, they are equally fun to drive, depending on mood and convenience desired. My M6 is a blast to row through the gears on winding back country roads but I absolutely love the A4 when I'm tooling around town or in the mood for some spirited driving when I'm not in the mood to shift. My M6 is a heads cam car with headers and 4.10's but the stock LS1 with intake, headers, high stall TC and 3.42's in the A4 is just as much fun and probably quicker in some ways due to never missing a gear.
Comes down to preference. Personally, I prefer the M6 - but, just.
Comes down to preference. Personally, I prefer the M6 - but, just.
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From what I understand the auto was standard and the M6 was an option.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
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the person who previously owned my vette only had one leg and had no choice to get the auto. With me im closing in on height issues with the car and just found the auto to be more resonable for me
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It really comes down to what type of tranny you like to drive, but many prefer the manual in a sports car. And yes, the six speed was an extra cost option in the C5.
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I have one of each and, properly set up, they are equally fun to drive, depending on mood and convenience desired. My M6 is a blast to row through the gears on winding back country roads but I absolutely love the A4 when I'm tooling around town or in the mood for some spirited driving when I'm not in the mood to shift. My M6 is a heads cam car with headers and 4.10's but the stock LS1 with intake, headers, high stall TC and 3.42's in the A4 is just as much fun and probably quicker in some ways due to never missing a gear.
Comes down to preference. Personally, I prefer the M6 - but, just.
Comes down to preference. Personally, I prefer the M6 - but, just.
In my case the choice was either A4 Convertible or MN6 coupe to get the deal that was on offer.
I made the right choice IMHO although as Patches says, you can't beat an MN6 for pure driving pleasure.
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From what I understand the auto was standard and the M6 was an option.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
That being said many of the cars sent to sealers were auto cars. It was also kinda an old man car, as those were the majority people who would have the $$ to buy one new. God forbid gramps bought a car and blew out a hip trying to push the clutch in.
Seems over the last few years the average age of vette owners seems to be dropping, no scientific facts, just my observation.
Don't jump to conclusions on age,,Just did a thread about the OVER 40 bunch and the vast majority of 50+ and 60+ guys were going for 6 speeds---Maybe because when we grew up a real muscle car had a 4 speed and that mind set is still there!! Hell they are ALL FUN!!! My personal preference is the good old M6,, hope to be swapping gears to the grave,,grinning all the way!!! -
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Yes, they are more frequent. But, ya know, I am surprised it's managed to remain unfettered with drama for this long. Well done
btw A4 ftw
(after typing that last bit, felt an edit might be in order. Thats the other "ftw" up there (for the win...not....well...not the other one)
btw A4 ftw
(after typing that last bit, felt an edit might be in order. Thats the other "ftw" up there (for the win...not....well...not the other one)
One tranny is not better than the other.