a few questions before I take the plunge!

Originally Posted by Jsolo

Some months back, my faithful z28 (lt1 6mt) succumbed to old age. It was too rotten to repair. I bought a new fwd automatic car that had reasonable power (engine rated at 270+ hp). It came with paddle shifters too. Within a few months, I got bored of it. I very disconnected from the driving experience. Had no idea what gear the car was in when taking on/off ramps. The paddle shifters was a joke. Sometimes the indicated gear did not jive with the speed/rpm. No rev matching on the downshifts.

Got rid of that car in short order and got a 6mt g37. In a way, it's sort of an upgrade to the camaro. It's kinda/sort of a 4 door camaro. Similar/better handling, 6spd, more power, more room.

If you'd like to be more in tune with your car, absolutely get a manual. If you like to talk on the phone, drink coffee, and eat while in traffic, don't get a manual. Lack of a third hand will make all those tasks difficult.