Manual vs Autoshifter

[Jeff V]

I'm about 40 and every car I've ever owned was stick. But I bought the PTGT with automatic. Partly because I have a two-year old and it's a pain to drive the stick and have hands to pick up toys, bottle, etc.

On the one hand, I like the freedom the auto gives me. On the other hand, I feel like going from stick to auto is one step closer to death (kind of like when you buy your first buick or crown victoria)

If you haven't cruised Maryland, you haven't cruised.

(unless you cruised somewhere else)

[Scootin]

Hey Lady, go to kbb.com for the invoice price. Will give you dealer invoice by feature. Is pretty accurate.

[Stephen R.]

Hey Jeff V, "closer to death" is a good way to put it. But at 40?! What happen ol' boy? Just kidding. I'm right behind you. But for me, driving is an adventure as well as an expression. I turn when I want to turn, I punch it when I want to punch it, and I shift when and only when I say so. Yes sir, I'm in charge of this PT boatster.

Exracylady, if you know the freedom of a clutch, why would you ever go back? Convenience? Say it ain't so...ARRRHHHHHHH...

[SteelBlueGT]

Sticks are a pain in traffic and hills and freeway ramps that backup on steep inclines!!

03 GT, Beltline Pinstripe, K&N Drop In Air Filter, Interior Air Filter, Locking Gas Cap, Racing Pedals, Hood Struts,Presto Change O 3bl, Cargo Mat, Billet Oil Cap, Chrome Valve Caps, Shorty Antenna, Chrome Front bumper Inserts, and Rear Splash Guards.

[ote69]

traffic yes a pain but hills, curves and freeway ramps, it is fun to drop the hammer<img src=icon_smile_tongue.gif border=0 align=middle>

[turbomangt]

I wouldn't give up my Turbo Gt 5-speed for all the automatics in China. I have been waiting for this car for over two and half years. I knew exactly what I wanted. I was on four waiting lists, as soon as the first dealer called with the announcement that Chysler was taking taking orders. Mine went in the same day. I paid 2 grand under sticker plus taxes/freight. I have four other cars which are auto/ this is my toy, and guess what? my teenagers can't drive stick..tooooooo bad. turbomangt <img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>

[Gary04GT]

DC began making GT 5-speeds last November. The type of trans is a personal choice usually based on one's driving needs/requirements. If you are going to use the car mainly for commuting to work, especially in heavy traffic, or, if you live in a area with lots of hills, then the auto-stick would seem to be the better choice. However, this was my first "turbo car" and I wanted one with maximum performance. Also, the "fun factor" was a primary consideration, and for me, driving a 5-speed is more fun than driving an auto. Besides, my wife's car has an auto trans should I need to drive one. IMHO, driving the GT 5-speed while closely watching those RPMs, and, with proper shifting, will maximize the car's road performance.

"Other than driving my Inferno Red GT TurboI'd rather be fishing."

[car guy]

One other point on a stick I found to be a disadvantage
is staying under the radar.
If you live or travel in an area that has low posted speed limits [35-25 mph] It is not very hard to find yourself doing 45 mph befor you even get into 4th.
If your locals are quick on the draw it can be a problem, to say nothing of taking the fun out of it all.<img src=icon_smile_cool.gif border=0 align=middle>

[wave rider]

I wanted a 5-speed <img src=icon_smile_question.gif border=0 align=middle> my wife wanted an automatic<img src=icon_smile_sad.gif border=0 align=middle> guess who won<img src=icon_smile_dead.gif border=0 align=middle> still havin fun in my 2002 LE PT

Wave Rider