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      12-15-2011, 07:45 AM   #8
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Stick vs Auto

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Originally Posted by roadsta View Post
Maybe it is just me, but this 'slushbox' comment is wearing thin. (Maybe like your clutch plates)

I bet the new 8-speed will beat the best most people can do with foot and hand. And there is 8 of them. The gear changes, especially from third upwards, are very fast indeed.

roadsta
I agree with roadsta............ the term "slushbox" was coined decades ago with the 2 spd auto in the 50's and early 60's. These new 8 speeds are truly a technological marvel ! Having said that...... it's still a personal choice. Some people still want the "feel" of being more in control of these cars, when in fact they pretty much can drive themselves. Our automatic will be the 1st my wife and I have ever owned!! Our fun car remains a 65 GTO app 500hp and a 5 speed stick........ we truly are in control of that ride!!!!

And c'mon....... to have a tacky plastic surround that doesn't match anything in these cars....... and only one cup holder????????/ You can't lose a cupholder???

Still a choice I suppose. Cheers Ric
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