Just because someone doesn't drive a 6MT, he/she is not an enthusiast??? What kind of response is this?
The 7 speed automatic with rev matching downshifts and 6 speed gearbox with SRM - are both very fun to drive. There's no right or wrong decision. People simply buy the transmission they are comfortable with. It's all about enjoying driving your car. I have locked every 6MT vs Auto threads. Please keep it civil or this will get locked as well.