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Old 06-25-2015, 09:34 PM   #6
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Exactly, for years we got along just fine with 3 speed MTs. The first AT in Chevrolets had only two speeds.

When I had my 06 Miata, I got along just fine with a 5 speed MT, and it had less power than the FR-S.

What I would like to see come back is the old Ford type "overdrive" .....


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Just for historical knowledge (and my learning), would 3rd gear be overdrive? Or was there no such thing back then?
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