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Originally Posted by whaap
While my new FR-S is a manual I get irritated at a specific group of drivers who think the size of their man hood is determined by their ability to drive a manual transmission. I've driven both. My last car (Miata) was an automatic. My car before that (911) was a manual. It's definitely a difficult call. Whether you're actively driving a manual or laid back smelling the roses with an automatic, you're still traveling in a neat little coupe. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. Test them both and get the one you want. Do not let yourself be influenced to get something you truly don't want.
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Can't beat this honest advice.
Also, I see enthusiasts who fall for either transmission choice... Every individual and their choices / preferences vary, and you simply have to go with what you feel more comfortable with opting for.
My first car had an auto with the paddle shifters, and I only chose that option because my Dad kept reminding me that it would be a huge inconvenience in settling with a manual... And that decision was something that I greatly regretted. I'm not saying that you'll also be the same way. You could
actually end up being the opposite and really end up appreciating the auto w/ paddle shifters. And truthfully, many higher-performance vehicles have shined with an auto (although more advanced types of automatic / DCT's): GT-R, PDK Porsche, Ferrari / Lambo, etc... So no harm in whatever you're comfortable in choosing!
