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      08-22-2013, 10:24 AM   #155
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Not to mention resale. How many DCT's to manual's chosen by purchasers is it again? Something like 85/15? So you go to sell your manual and the potential pool of buyers is much lower.
It could be the opposite. If 9 of 10 M3's available in the market are DCT's and you're selling the only one with Manual, then yours could sell faster due to lack of choice. You're special!


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I guess I can never resist this topic...
  1. A DCT is not an automatic, it is automatable.
  2. The design, engineering, construction and most importantly the FEEL of the DCT is like a manual. I think most (or certainly at least many) who criticize DCT have not driven an M3 through the gears in S5 mode shifting at redline.
  3. When you have the DCT in manual mode, it simply is not an automatic, you choose every single shift up and down, except those downshifts while slowing that prevent an engine stall.
  4. DCT in manual mode is very involving and satisfying. You still shift, just on the steering wheel rather than on the tranny tunnel. Oh wait, you can do that too. Who cares about the clutch pedal...
  5. I seriously applaud Porsche for their decision for PDK (dual clutch) only for the hardcore GT3. Its the best choice by far because of it performance while allowing full manual control over shifting. I wish BMW had the balls to do that same. Less expensive DCTs would be one result.
  6. Shifting a traditional manual is clearly not the only way to be involved with and in touch with ones driving. Do you think F1 folks miss the clutch pedal or need to be "more involved"... There is plenty left to do in high performance driving other than worry about the clutch pedal.
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Who cares what it's name is exactly ? The point is that you don't have a clutch nor stick anymore, and the car shifts gears for you, so people call that an automatic.
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Actually the BMW DCT is a dual-clutch transmission. The term automatic transmission is associated with use of a torque converter which the DCT does not have. The DCT is more of an automatic or automated manual. It's not about the name, it's about how the transmission works.
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      08-22-2013, 10:25 AM   #156
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When I walk across a parking lot to go into a store or the mall, and I spot a BMW, I make it a point to walk over and see what type of gearbox it has. Nine times out of ten, it's an auto or DCT and I think to myself, what a loser.

Call me childish, call me close minded, call me what you want. IMO, if you don't drive a manual gearbox, if you don't suffer with the car, if you don't feel what the car is doing, and make decisions for the car -- like when to clutch in, when to feather, when to rev match, then you aren't a real enthusiast. And you aren't one because you don't want to be bothered with the things that require effort, diligence, and skill to perfect. You just want to get where ever it is you're going and look the part when you pull into the parking lot.

Obviously my opinion is harsh and one sided, and I've grossly generalized. But, that's how I feel, and it is what it is.

If BMW leaves behind the manual transmission I will just buy used, older model BMW's until I can no longer drive.
I'm the exact same way.
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      08-22-2013, 10:41 AM   #157
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I'm the exact same way.
Don't hate, some people just rather have the option of having their hand on another kind of "stick" while they drive.
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      08-22-2013, 11:46 AM   #158
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Why in this "day and age" would anybody still want a manual knowing how well the DCT works?
Read the responses in the thread as to why many of us still prefer traditional manuals. We know the DCT is a technologically superior transmission, but that doesn't mean we feel we should have to choose it. I'm also still curious on how the long term reliability and maintenance costs will work out for the dual clutch transmissions.
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      08-22-2013, 12:01 PM   #159
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Don't hate, some people just rather have the option of having their hand on another kind of "stick" while they drive.
Wait..what exactly is going on here?
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      08-22-2013, 01:51 PM   #160
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Don't hate, some people just rather have the option of having their hand on another kind of "stick" while they drive.
Wait..what exactly is going on here?
Hahahahaha
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      08-22-2013, 02:31 PM   #161
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Why in this "day and age" would anybody still want a manual knowing how well the DCT works?
It doesn't matter how well it works, I've had my DCT for about a year now and it's just so boring compared to the three manual BMWs I've had even though the 335is itself is such a sweet car.
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      08-22-2013, 02:40 PM   #162
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I have a 6MT 335i... I couldn't care less what anyone else drives. We should be driving whatever makes us happy. This whole bullshit "You're a lesser man because of blah blah blah" is just that... bullshit.. We own BMWs, and are part of the forums, so we're all pretty close in enthusiasm levels so far. So why does it even matter? BMW isn't going to get rid of the MT anytime soon. So this is another mute issue.

I'm use to this kind of clumsy, short minded, hair balled attitudes from low rider community, I didn't expect it here. Wishful thinking I guess.

Now, on to the point of this thread..... I hope they (M3/M4) sound better in real life. They probably do, but in reality, if you have the money to buy one, you're most likely going to put an exhaust on the damned thing anyways. Personally, I still want to know what the engine is going to be. I can work with the exhaust (to an extent) from there.
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      08-22-2013, 02:56 PM   #163
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You sir are completely incorrect on this. A slushbox is a traditional automatic transmission with both planetary gears and more importantly a torque converter that uses fluid coupling rather than direct clutch coupling to gradually engage the power to the wheels. The feeling of disconnectedness (and smoothness) that comes from this is the reason they are called slushboxes. This is not what DCT is, not how it works and not how it feels, period.
Does DCT have two pedals? Does it have D mode? Yes and yes, so it is an automatic transmission. No matter how many clutches it has, no matter what convertor it has and no matter whatnot. It still can shift automatically, so it is an automatic transmission. Both transmissions have their pros and cons, but personally, I'd take the manual.

Heel-toe > clicking the paddles.
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      08-22-2013, 03:04 PM   #164
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Does DCT have two pedals? Does it have D mode? Yes and yes, so it is an automatic transmission. No matter how many clutches it has, no matter what convertor it has and no matter whatnot. It still can shift automatically, so it is an automatic transmission. Both transmissions have their pros and cons, but personally, I'd take the manual.

Heel-toe > clicking the paddles.
You are entitled to your opinion but calling it an automatic is neither the most accurate, technically correct nor informative term. Why not strive for the most accurate word choice?

Heel-toe pride level > DCT pride level
DCT performance >> Human performance
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      08-22-2013, 03:12 PM   #165
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You make a compelling argument. I, like most reasonably informed people here, would agree that DCT is faster, but I'm still not convinced it is more engaging. There is something to be said about full control of the car. Turn off the traction control/DSC with a manual, and it's pretty much you and the road. Can never do that with DCT/auto.

For example, many times, I like to directly go from 2nd to 4th or 5th. Or I coast in neutral. I don't want to have to click gears to go from 2 to 5. I want full control. That is full engagement. Also, I want to feel what gear I am in with my hands, not have to look down to see what gear I am in.
Traction control off in a DCT is just as much fun as traction control off in a MT. The ability to trivially nail wheel spinning "power shifts" with the DCT in S5/S6 is quite rewarding.

DCT can skip intermediate gears with fast paddle/stick actuation.

DCT can force neutral. But there is never a really good reason to do so.

If you have to look at your MT to see what gear you are in, you probably need a lot more MT experience... Just sayin'
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      08-22-2013, 03:16 PM   #166
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For the record have driven DCT be it not extensively, amazing kit no issue with it whatsoever. Have driven MT for the last 12 years but not hung up on pride or any sort of underlying inferiority complex so that driving MT makes me feel like a ‘better’ driver. To your point that with DCT you are able to focus on turn-in and throttle application, best line etc I agree with and has its merits, but incorporating changing gears, rev matching when downshifting etc isn’t that all just part of the experience and mental/physical complexity that makes driving enjoyable and so challenging? If you’re after the quickest lap at a track then yes can’t disagree but not necessarily the case in this context of discussion.

The argument of what part of the mechanical process can be removed before it starts detracting from the driving experience is a tough question. Need to define driving experience and the aspects of what make that up, there are going to be individualistic parts to it I’m guessing. Some may believe they are more of a purist hence may regard certain parts of the driving process more important than others. No right or wrong to it just opinions.

No doubt DCT/PDK are slowly being phased out as the case with the Lambos/Fezzas, that is evident with the M3 sales numbers perhaps post F80/82 era, so unless there was a massive upsurge in MT sales would be hard to see them lasting a lot longer. How long will I try ‘resist’? In the short term to medium term as far as a weekend car goes (which my E90 M3 is most of the time given I live in London) would like to keep it MT, if I need to be driving everyday in traffic I’m sure I’ll be considering some form of an automatic gearbox.
Excellent post. I especially like to ponder the bold point. As firm as I am in my pro-DCT sentiments I can not deny that some elements of the purity and experience of driving are lost as technology both mechanical, electrical and digital evolve. You are clearly one who has thought through this issue with more introspection than the majority of knee-jerk DCT bashers. Again many probably haven't even driven a dual clutch hard.
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      08-22-2013, 03:17 PM   #167
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Driven a E92 M3 6 MT I can say it was the wrong choice.

The M-DCT with shorter gearing was a much better ride then the too long geared 6MT

It`s a good thing BMW let the customers decide what they think is right for their way of driving fun.

I only do hope this time BMW does a better job on the M4 6MT

Either way, choose your poison But choose wisely
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      08-22-2013, 04:59 PM   #168
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Seems that BMW took note of the goings-on on the Internet:

http://www.roadandtrack.com/go/futur...l-transmission
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Traction control off in a DCT is just as much fun as traction control off in a MT. The ability to trivially nail wheel spinning "power shifts" with the DCT in S5/S6 is quite rewarding.

DCT can skip intermediate gears with fast paddle/stick actuation.

DCT can force neutral. But there is never a really good reason to do so.

If you have to look at your MT to see what gear you are in, you probably need a lot more MT experience... Just sayin'
I'm not in either the DCT or the manual camp, but I just have a couple questions with regard to the DCT, after having test-driven an M3 w/ DCT:

1) When I'm driving around in 2nd or 3rd gear and I want to coast to a red light, what I would normally do in a manual is shift to neutral and coast. With DCT, do I have to upshift until I stop feeling the engine braking? I ask this because the ride was super-harsh for me (esp. not being used to DCT) on low gear driving around the city.

2) On a DCT, if you downshift near the redline (say, redlining at 4 and then accidentally downshifting), what happens?
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      08-22-2013, 05:25 PM   #170
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I do not know why everyone is complaining about the M4 exhaust note. When I got my e90 M3 the exhaust was whisper quiet! The only sound that I was hearing was the engine scream which was fantastic. It was a let down that's for sure with the oem stock exhaust. So I quickly added an exhaust and the sound came alive on my brand new M3.

In the videos the M4 exhaust sounds louder than the oem stock e9x M3 exhaust for sure. With going aftermarket this is not an issue.

Not sure why people are bashing this car. At least you can hear the M4 exhaust. In my M3 I could not hear anything with the windows down until I went after market.
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Well let me add my two cents in an effort to keep the traditional manuals around until the automobile is dead.
Save the manuals!!
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      08-22-2013, 06:10 PM   #172
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Why in this "day and age" would anybody still want a manual knowing how well the DCT works?
For christ sake, did you read the thread ?
Why don't you buy a Google car ? Their car does it all for you: steering, braking, gear shifting.
It works really well so why would anybody still want a car which you have to drive yourself ?

Get my point ?
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The M-DCT M3 still has a smaller brake pedal than a 335is with DCT.. the M-DCT just has an invisible third pedal

I do think manual will be tbe best choice for the new triple turbo engine... just hope it has better gearing
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Funny how the automotive rags still call the DCT an "auto". Sometimes perception = reality.


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I love the way the M3 looks. I know the M4 is the new thing, but the arches in the rear to me just look so amazing with 4 doors.

Does sound a bit e46 m3 though.
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If you have to look at your MT to see what gear you are in, you probably need a lot more MT experience... Just sayin'
You miss read my statement. I DON'T have to look in a MT. You do have to look with a DCT.

Seriously, to say that the DCT can do almost what a MT can do in terms of skipping gears and burnouts is such a wannabe statement. And I do like to pop it in neutral when I'm coasting for 1/4 mile. Why waste gas?
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