The best way I can explain to learn to drive a manual is "more gas, more gas, more gas" as you let the clutch out. Most people want to press the throttle to a certain RPM and then let the clutch out (they stop advancing the throttle). You need a coordinated combination of the two. As you gently let the clutch out you need a gentle advance of the throttle and it all works smoothly but remember "more gas, more gas, more gas" (not to the floor just enough to keep the car moving smoothly). You'll get the hang of it but the Z is a tough one to learn on.
Oh, congrats on the purchase. You'll love it but don't worry about people tailgateing you...they are just trying to figure out what kind of car that is they are following.
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Jack 09 370Z
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