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Oct 24, 2018 | 03:29 PM

CEB108

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Transmission

2019 Z06- which transmission for track is best?

Oct 24, 2018 | 07:56 PM

Mick14

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Manual only.

Oct 25, 2018 | 10:44 AM

davepl

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The automatic is faster by far, but a lot of geezers still think rowing their own box proves something, so they struggle along. Too bad the A8 also overheats during track use, which is why Mick correctly says "Manual only". So if you want to absolutely tear the place up for 4 laps, A8 is the only way to go. If you plan to do it all day, M7.

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Oct 28, 2018 | 04:10 PM

X25

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Originally Posted by DAVE396LT1

Manuals are also more dangerous at the track, since at some corner (exit)s, a big crash is usually one ill-timed mis-shift away.

That said, the challenge and the excitement is often more important than the absolute best lap times. In other words, it will be quicker to get bored with an auto.

In the end of the day, I think I'd still prefer the manual transmission. Once we switch to electric track cars, it will likely go away, anyway, so we might as well enjoy it while they're still available : )

Last edited by X25; Oct 28, 2018 at 04:12 PM.

Oct 28, 2018 | 10:32 PM

NORTY

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Welcome to the site.

Oct 28, 2018 | 11:50 PM

MMD

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Silver is the fastest color too.

Oct 31, 2018 | 07:21 PM

Avanti

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"... a big crash is usually one ill-timed mis-shift away."

Gee, I wonder how us old fogies did it so well for so long before slushboxes?

May 26, 2024 | 05:56 AM

camila john

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For dependable tracking in a C7, it's generally recommended to go with the manual transmission. While the automatic might offer convenience, the manual provides more precise control, which can be crucial for track performance and consistency.