[OFFICIAL] Manual v. Automatic Thread

XwChriswX · 11-22-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by plato

I drove my buddies 350 manual and it was fun. I love my AT 370 cuz I get lazy sometimes and the paddles are more than enough when I want to shift myself and hit some high rpms. To each their own. This is America damnit! We're free to pick any transmission we want!

OP isn't from America, so he would have to import it... Prolly is asking so he doesn't have them import one he doesn't want.

Liquid_G · 11-22-2010, 04:33 PM

why get both? its the 6.5 speed Automaticual. Its automatic for the most part, until the car realizes you are driving like a pussay and just drops it in 3rd and you have to go from there..

XwChriswX · 11-22-2010, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Liquid_G

why get both? its the 6.5 speed Automaticual. Its automatic for the most part, until the car realizes you are driving like a pussay and just drops it in 3rd and you have to go from there..

VCuomo · 11-22-2010, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by alqubaisi

Which is stronger and more fun .. 7-speed automatic transmission or 6-speed manual transmission for 370z?

For me and my use of my 370Z as a daily driver, I went with the 7A. If I had bought my 370Z as a weekend car only, I would have gone with the 6MT.

If you're thinking about purchasing a 370Z and need to decide with trans to get, then the bottom line is that only you can answer your question based on why you're buying the car and how it will be used.

AK370Z · 11-24-2010, 09:31 AM

I usually like to mention a reason for closing which I forgot in this case.

OP, this topic has been beaten to death. There are probably 30+ threads on this topic. I am usually the last person to point someone to the "search" function but for this topic, seach is your friend!

Stick or Automatic

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...automatic.html

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...tomatic-z.html

Manual vs. Auto performance

Gee · 02-14-2011, 02:57 PM

When I test drove an auto Z it just confirmed why I don't like autos. The stick may not be as sweet as others, but for me its a no-brainer. Why get a sporty car if you want auto - you might as well get a volvo and have a chauffeur. Oh and don't forget to put your facial cream on in the morning and sip double de-caff lattes with you lap-dog named 'chi-chi'. Sheesh - toughen the fu^k up Australia.

I want a Z · 02-14-2011, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gee

When I test drove an auto Z it just confirmed why I don't like autos. The stick may not be as sweet as others, but for me its a no-brainer. Why get a sporty car if you want auto - you might as well get a volvo and have a chauffeur. Oh and don't forget to put your facial cream on in the morning and sip double de-caff lattes with you lap-dog named 'chi-chi'. Sheesh - toughen the fu^k up Australia.

oh please

Jordo! · 02-14-2011, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Gee

When I test drove an auto Z it just confirmed why I don't like autos. The stick may not be as sweet as others, but for me its a no-brainer. Why get a sporty car if you want auto - you might as well get a volvo and have a chauffeur. Oh and don't forget to put your facial cream on in the morning and sip double de-caff lattes with you lap-dog named 'chi-chi'. Sheesh - toughen the fu^k up Australia.

Wow

I'm sure somebody once whipped a horse holding the same disdain for automobiles. My *** isn't chaffed, and I can't feed it oatmeal -- cars are for passive fags; a real man of action rides a horse

Are you the guys who would try to tear apart a new GT-R in order to experiment with adding a clutch pedal?

Blue370tt · 02-14-2011, 06:02 PM

I prefer the auto now. I had MTs in the past but was hit by a drunk driver in 2007 and lost an eye so think auto is better for now.

frost · 02-14-2011, 06:04 PM

I like macaroni and cheese.

Trips · 02-14-2011, 06:48 PM

Who brought this thread from the dead? Lol

dudesky · 06-24-2011, 01:57 PM

I hate people keep saying stuff like "all man should know how to drive manual cars and blah blah.." yea right...you don't have to...why am I defending automatic? because I have automatic. and do I know how to stick shift. YES I do. I got auto because my parents didn't let me buy manual 370z. yep it's a really sad for me. T^T. I drove 370z auto and it's really not that bad compare to driving a manual 370z. auto 370z has really great power and nice downshift sound. very comfortable too. It's just more fun driving manual because you can control the gears and more thrilling yea of course. So I just hope that people stop saying s*** about autos soon. I don't give a s*** about having an auto sports car.

shadoquad · 06-24-2011, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dudesky

I hate people keep saying stuff like "all man should know how to drive manual cars and blah blah.." yea right...you don't have to...why am I defending automatic? because I have automatic. and do I know how to stick shift. YES I do. I got auto because my parents didn't let me buy manual 370z. yep it's a really sad for me. T^T. I drove 370z auto and it's really not that bad compare to driving a manual 370z. auto 370z has really great power and nice downshift sound. very comfortable too. It's just more fun driving manual because you can control the gears and more thrilling yea of course. So I just hope that people stop saying s*** about autos soon. I don't give a s*** about having an auto sports car.

Did you have to bump this thread? Do we always have to argue about this subject?

Look, imo, everyone should learn to drive manual just because it's a skill that can come in handy in an emergency.

BUT when it comes down to what cars we own and drive, I don't care what people's preferences are. Drive what makes you happy. I love manual, but some prefer auto. I can't fault anyone for choosing either. Enjoy your Z's.

VCuomo · 06-24-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dudesky

... I got auto because my parents didn't let me buy manual 370z...

Dwight Frye · 06-24-2011, 07:21 PM

To dudesky: How old are you that you are taking orders from your parents ? If so young that you are still doing that you shouldn't own a Z. Buy a Scion or something.

An automatic in a Z reminds me of the horrible late 70's and 80's when they offered the 280Z as a 2+2 and with an automatic. The car became a "secretary special". Like today's Miata.
Go tell your parents you are trading your Z in for a 6MT and quit being such a mommy-man.

11-22-2010, 04:33 PM	#227 (permalink)
Liquid_G A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago Burbs Posts: 1,439 Drives: 09 370z Supercharged Rep Power: 44	why get both? its the 6.5 speed Automaticual. Its automatic for the most part, until the car realizes you are driving like a pussay and just drops it in 3rd and you have to go from there.. __________________

11-24-2010, 09:31 AM	#230 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	I usually like to mention a reason for closing which I forgot in this case. OP, this topic has been beaten to death. There are probably 30+ threads on this topic. I am usually the last person to point someone to the "search" function but for this topic, seach is your friend! Stick or Automatic http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...automatic.html http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...tomatic-z.html Manual vs. Auto performance __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

02-14-2011, 02:57 PM	#231 (permalink)
Gee Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Central Coast NSW Aust. Posts: 71 Drives: 09 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 16	When I test drove an auto Z it just confirmed why I don't like autos. The stick may not be as sweet as others, but for me its a no-brainer. Why get a sporty car if you want auto - you might as well get a volvo and have a chauffeur. Oh and don't forget to put your facial cream on in the morning and sip double de-caff lattes with you lap-dog named 'chi-chi'. Sheesh - toughen the fu^k up Australia. __________________ "...'cause the only decent things that come in 2 litres are milk & orange juice"

02-14-2011, 06:48 PM	#236 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Who brought this thread from the dead? Lol __________________

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02-14-2011, 06:02 PM	#234 (permalink)
Blue370tt Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 279 Drives: Nissan Juke Rep Power: 14	I prefer the auto now. I had MTs in the past but was hit by a drunk driver in 2007 and lost an eye so think auto is better for now.

06-24-2011, 01:57 PM	#237 (permalink)
dudesky Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kraid's lair Posts: 516 Drives: E46 M3 6MT Rep Power: 15	I hate people keep saying stuff like "all man should know how to drive manual cars and blah blah.." yea right...you don't have to...why am I defending automatic? because I have automatic. and do I know how to stick shift. YES I do. I got auto because my parents didn't let me buy manual 370z. yep it's a really sad for me. T^T. I drove 370z auto and it's really not that bad compare to driving a manual 370z. auto 370z has really great power and nice downshift sound. very comfortable too. It's just more fun driving manual because you can control the gears and more thrilling yea of course. So I just hope that people stop saying s* about autos soon. I don't give a s* about having an auto sports car.

06-24-2011, 07:21 PM	#240 (permalink)
Dwight Frye Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Occupied California Posts: 423 Drives: '09 Tour/Sport/6MT Rep Power: 16	To dudesky: How old are you that you are taking orders from your parents ? If so young that you are still doing that you shouldn't own a Z. Buy a Scion or something. An automatic in a Z reminds me of the horrible late 70's and 80's when they offered the 280Z as a 2+2 and with an automatic. The car became a "secretary special". Like today's Miata. Go tell your parents you are trading your Z in for a 6MT and quit being such a mommy-man.