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Old 02-21-2016, 09:53 AM   #27
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I would do it, given finances arent going to hurt you. I was in the "AT is fine, too" camp when I was driving my SLK55 (AMG 7spd auto with paddles) on weekends and a '99 C Class every day.

After a year with a 5mt Fiat Abarth and 4 months with a 6mt FRS for dailies, I won't go back to an auto daily. The clutch is so light and easy that traffic isn't an issue. Paddles are not nearly as fun/engaging as a proper manual.

For the OP, I'd suggest finding a friend or family member with a manual transmission and ask if they'd let you learn before you made a big purchase.
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