Need some advice?!

jrod629

Well let me start by saying I'm finally about to get a Z, going to a few dealerships to look around tomorrow. My question is should I get a manual if I don't know how to drive it? I mean I get the idea and "know" how to drive it but I guess knowing is different than doing it. I'm leaning towards manual because I think it would be a more fun driving experience, or should I go with the AT? Am I asking for trouble getting a manual or would you recommend it for my situation? Looking at a few dealerships they have the color options etc that I want in both Mt and At also

jrod629

Also just for more information I live in a small town so no city like traffic, only 10 stop lights lol, and also would the sports package make it an easier transition to at MT for me because of the syncrorev?

ZeeBabar

Settle for an auto. Learning to drive a manual. On a brand new expensive car is not a great idea. Go with the automatic, it's excellent!

Tadpole

Learn to drive a manual with an old beater car or truck first then get the manual Z. Auto's are fine too as a choice. Up to you but you will feel pretty dumb jerking and stalling your Z for a few months before you finally figure it out and may even burn your clutch up in the process. Either way is a win for you.

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Wonka2581

OP get what you want... I have a 7AT I like it.. I do know how to drive a MT but I got the 7At so my wife can drive the car as well.... I have tought her how to drive a MT but some people are just not cut out for a MT no matter how much they try.... Do what you want and what makes you happy... its your car that all that matters... I will say the AT in this car is one of the best I personaly have ever driven.... Good luck and post pics of what you get...

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VCuomo

Just wanted to point out that, as you wrote, the Z's 7AT is excellent - if that's what the OP gets he won't be "settling" for anything.

OP - As you can see, there are some pretty strong opinions on this topic. I've driven both ATs and manuals over the last 40+ years, and I can assure you that the Z's 7AT is second to none. It's very enjoyable to drive, IMHO just as enjoyable as the 6MT (but, of course, in a different way). I've had my Z going on 6 years now and have never regretted purchasing the 7AT version.

And, again just IMHO, don't listen to these guys saying that you shouldn't get a Z as your first manual transmission car. Learning how to drive a manual Z isn't any different than learning how to drive a manual on any other passenger car. If you want a 6MT, go for it and have someone who knows how to drive a manual take you to an empty parking lot or dirt lot and show you how. It won't take long to learn, and before long you'll be driving your Z with a big grin on your face! Oh yeah, and I'd definitely recommend that you get the Sport or Sport/Touring model (for more reasons than just the SynchroRev Match feature).

Whichever transmission you choose, you'll be buying a great car and will have a lot of fun with it!

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JC-Nismo

^^^ What he said.

MJB

Another "should I get 6mt or 7AT" thread?! Wow, the madness never ends around here. OP, buy what you want. If you're old enough to purchase a car I'm assuming you're old enough to make decisions for yourself.

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JC-Nismo

Really??? Why even comment is that's your response........ Your never too old to ask for advise. OP continue to ask the guys who don't mind helping or assisting you on your questions, that's what a forum is for..........isn't it?

MJB

Why am I commenting? Because there is 1000 threads on this stupid topic... why make a new one every day? Talk about

Half the posts are going to say buy the 7AT, the other half is going to say 6mt. So how is that assisting him? He is a big boy, doesn't need us to decide for him.

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JC-Nismo

It's his first Z I would assume and maybe he's new to the forum??? Questions and topics are what keep forums running and treating a new owner like crap is not the way to go. Maybe he want to talk to actual members and not filter through old threads, you ever give that a thought?

dotcomee

The only reason i can think of that gets people asking whether they should buy manual or not is if they have never driven a manual before.

If you have never driven manual, you should buy a manual and learn it. You won't regret it, everybody should learn how to drive manual.

If you have learned how to drive manual and have driven that way for awhile you should know whether you want to continue to do so. Whatever other people say won't matter because you know what you like.

Most of my early cars were manual, I drive automatic now. I enjoy having my hands on the wheel and just cruising the road. YMMV.

Tadpole

Yea, why are you commenting?

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MJB

Lol, hey look who it is. My little buddy Tadpole!! Whats up brother? This is a perfect thread for you to brag about your 7AT. Make sure to let the OP know how many cars you've beaten at the strip.

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jrod629

Uhhhh thanks ****