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6 Speed vs. Automatic (archive)
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Posted by Stan on February 03, 2000 at 13:08:00:

I hope I don't ignite a controversy here, but I'd like to hear some opinions from the group. When I was looking for an 850, I heard various opinions but most favored going with the automatic (for various reasons). Anyway, I was convinced at that time and purchased a '92 automatic. Now, I do like this car very much, but after reading of the different models the group has, I have begun to wonder about this choice. So: please feel free to pontificate over the relative merits of 6 speed vs. auto.

For myself, living in a high traffic area (SF Bay area), having the auto seems ideal (although my "commute" is from my bedroom to my downstairs office). When I get the urge for some manual action I take out my wife's '94 Supra (which also happens to be a very fun car). However, it seems that a lot of the modified 8's posted about here are sticks, and as I contemplate mod's to mine, I may think about just purchasing a nicely done 6 speed. So…..pour it on!

P.S. Now that both cam shaft position sensors have been replaced, the car is running great again. I can't wait for my DK's to go south (next year please, if the great car gods are listening).

Stan C.

'92 BMW 850I, Maur. Blue, 76K miles, auto
'94 Toyota Supra (non-turbo)
'85 Honda CRX-SiR, SCCA CSP autocrosser


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