Confessions of a 7AT Driver

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-02-2013, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecinoid

???? I think the automatic driver is a smoother operator... I own both manual cars and auto cars and it is a lot easier to get some in a auto. You have a free hand to multitask or to pleasure them.

However, I do not think I'd own a Vette with a auto. They just aren't that good yet. The biggest difference between old school autos and this one is you can hold a gear and it has auto-reving down shifts. All of my previous Z's have been manual. The the 350z auto was not even close to this Sequenical 7 Speed Auto with auto-reving down shifts, 370Z's S7 is really inovative and a blast to drive once you learn how it works and when to pull a lever or flap a paddle.

I would never had believed it either until I drove a S7 370Z.

My friends are amazed at the responses the 7a gives when changing gears. Nissan built something special with the 7a. I think they are the first to really give the best of both worlds without going dct.

sparky · 06-02-2013, 06:44 PM

Read about autos in this poser car:

Lamborghini to Drop Manual Transmissions - Motor Trend

Mecinoid · 06-02-2013, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

My friends are amazed at the responses the 7a gives when changing gears. Nissan built something special with the 7a. I think they are the first to really give the best of both worlds without going dct.

Yeah, I counldn't imagine a PDK or DCT in our cars and still being able keep the price down. It would be called a GT-R then I think.

Found some more information on the topic that others might like to see.
What I have been trying to say is: For a S7 the Nissan 370Z's seven speed is pretty crackin':

The 370Z’s 7-speed automatic with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM) and Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) is designed to offer quick, manual-like shifting when operated in manual mode with a target time of 0.5 seconds between shifts. Drivers can use the standard paddle shifters or the shift lever. With optimized torque converter lock-up logic, the 7-speed automatic feels very direct, like a manual transmission. The 7-speed’s wide gear ratios offer improved fuel efficiency (versus a 5-speed automatic), while the Adaptive Shift Control is designed to adjust to the driver’s driving style.

Fuel economy is rated at 19 mpg City/26 mpg Highway for the 7-speed automatic and 18 mpg City/ 26 mpg Highway for the 6-speed manual transmission

2011 Nissan 370Z

3.7 L, 6 cyl, Automatic (S7)
MSRP: $31,450 - $40,830

EPA Fuel Economy
Miles per Gallon PREMIUM GASOLINE
22
Combined
19
City
26
Highway
4.5 gallons/100 mi PREMIUM GASOLINE

3.7 L, 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd
MSRP: $31,450 - $40,830

21
Combined
18
City
26
Highway
4.8 gallons/100 mi

In manual mode, the optional 7-speed automatic shifts quickly. Drivers can use the paddles or lever. The shifts feel direct, like a manual transmission, thanks to what Nissan calls torque converter lock-up logic.

Don't get me wrong, I still think I can shift faster in a manual transmission car however, the numbers would tell me different in a 370Z and my experience is that the Z has one of the best S7 I've driven especially for the price.

It not always how fast you can shift. Sometimes it's if you can shift in a corner or not.

FPenvy · 05-30-2013, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Tazicon

I am just going to put this out there. I can tell by comments people make as to whether they have actually driven a 7at and LEARNED how to use it as opposed to some of the comments that are juat plain not true. I really don't care which you prefer but don't try to make an argument with flat out lies. I would go through and call out each post but come on guys just because you are on the internet doesn't mean you can just shoot stuff out your butt.

sir i have driven (and still drive) a 7AT and i've LEARNED it inside and out. anything i say can be backed up quite well

Vertigo · 05-30-2013, 11:07 AM

If I'm daily driving in rush hour traffic every day, what fun is have a manual, especially if you live in a congested city like I do? That's why I have my R32 6sp auto for the 9-5 and my 6sp Z for the weekends

edub370 · 05-30-2013, 11:12 AM

"o my! your manual driving skills turn me on so much!" said no woman ever....

cooltoy · 05-30-2013, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by edub370

"o my! your manual driving skills turn me on so much!" said no woman ever....

Oh, like women ever say what they think.

kenchan · 05-30-2013, 11:25 AM

i dont need to make up any excuses driving my MT sports car.

and i bet i can drive your AT better than most AT drivers can cause the downshift timing, etc. is in my blood.

neighbor down the street asked me how to use the paddles on his AT. im like, if you're asking me, dont use it.

FPenvy · 05-30-2013, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i dont need to make up any excuses driving my MT sports car.

and i bet i can drive your AT better than most AT drivers can cause the downshift timing, etc. is in my blood.

neighbor down the street asked me how to use the paddles on his AT. im like, if you're asking me, dont use it.

is this a challenge? lol

kenchan · 05-30-2013, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by FPenvy

is this a challenge? lol

no im thinking it's just a fact.

FPenvy · 05-30-2013, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Bucketlist2012

Got em both....

Being a Good Dancer if you go Dancing is a sign of smoothness...

Shifting a Car ? Haha....Not so much... Unless you are Banging Second..

Or Third

i gave up dancing a while ago lol i mean i still do on occasion but it's not like my go to move

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Originally Posted by kenchan

no im thinking it's just a fact.

bring it lol

Bucketlist2012 · 05-30-2013, 11:31 AM

Relating the transmission on a car to what Women think of you ????

Shaking my head .....Are some of you serious ? Or just really, really Young....

The fact that you have a nice Car, yes....What transmission it has ? Ah No....

Pintsize725 · 05-30-2013, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Bucketlist2012

Relating the transmission on a car to what Women think of you ????

Shaking my head .....Are some of you serious ? Or just really, really Young....

1st is just retarded.

FPenvy · 05-30-2013, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

1st is just retarded.

Bucketlist2012 · 05-30-2013, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

1st is just retarded.

A Pint of Wisdom....

I think a Woman likes that you have a Nice car..Maybe are goal oriented, and have drive to succeed..But what Transmission you have ??? I cannot stop laughing..

06-02-2013, 06:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
sparky Track Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 642 Drives: 12 370Z GM AT Rep Power: 15	Read about autos in this poser car: Lamborghini to Drop Manual Transmissions - Motor Trend __________________ 2012 370Z GM 7AT/JWM LEDs / 3M clear bra / 35% tint / GTR start button / FI CBE SS 18" RES / Momo shift knob / K & N Typhoon / Z1 hood struts / H&R 20mm f/r / illuminated kickplates

05-30-2013, 11:07 AM	#5 (permalink)
Vertigo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 15,476 Drives: 370z / R32 Rep Power: 221	If I'm daily driving in rush hour traffic every day, what fun is have a manual, especially if you live in a congested city like I do? That's why I have my R32 6sp auto for the 9-5 and my 6sp Z for the weekends FPenvy and XiP like this.

05-30-2013, 11:12 AM	#6 (permalink)
edub370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: KCMO Posts: 3,458 Drives: 09 370z S/T 6MT Rep Power: 20	"o my! your manual driving skills turn me on so much!" said no woman ever.... Footloose301, Amuse370z, JARblue and 3 others like this. __________________ 09 370Z ST 6MT//Injen CAI//Greddy CBE//TP//TSW's//Swifts//Stillen lip//Whiteline sways 326whp/268tq

05-30-2013, 11:31 AM	#12 (permalink)
Bucketlist2012 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,424 Drives: 370Z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 17	Relating the transmission on a car to what Women think of you ???? Shaking my head .....Are some of you serious ? Or just really, really Young.... The fact that you have a nice Car, yes....What transmission it has ? Ah No.... __________________ 2009 Sport/Touring 370Z 1971 Z/28 with coil overs, rushforth's, willwoods, Hotchkis. 4 speed GMC Sierra1500

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05-30-2013, 11:25 AM	#8 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i dont need to make up any excuses driving my MT sports car. and i bet i can drive your AT better than most AT drivers can cause the downshift timing, etc. is in my blood. neighbor down the street asked me how to use the paddles on his AT. im like, if you're asking me, dont use it.

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