[GregW / Oregon]

Been driving manuals for almost 50 years now (except my SUVs). Faster to me would not compensate for one more aspect of control you have over the car. Everyone has different priorities, and I recognize that younger drivers may not be as enamored with manual operations. Heck, even the auto blip on downshift I am going to have to get used to because my feet are programmed to do that now! 50-75 lb. weight savings and less cost are just bonuses. No wrong choice -- nice we have a choice as opposed to some Porsches, Jags, etc.