Similar to many here, I was a die hard three-pedal MT guy prior to purchasing my current '17 ZCP. Funny thing was I only test drove manual F80's before buying mine on impulse without even driving a DCT first. Kids, dog, wife that doesn't drive manual all made it seem more 'logical' (plus I was intrigued by the, in large part, overwhelmingly positive reviews).
Long story short, I don't regret the decision to go with the DCT one bit. I drive it in manual mode 100% of the time (with M settings adjusted to meet current driving mood) and use the shifter for the 1st to 2nd shift when turning, and then the paddles for almost everything else.
My advice: drive it in manual mode as often as possible!
