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Well, in contrast to most folks in this thread, I unabashedly prefer auto transmissions. I had the chance to drive a manual recently, and while I got the hang of it soon enough, I didn't fancy the extra attention I needed to pay toward shifting whenever approaching (or departing) stops. I got interested in manuals for the FE advantage, but it's no longer worth it to me. I'd rather lose a few MPG and maintain a much more enjoyable driving experience than gain the MPG and devote any more brainpower to managing the vehicle than necessary. Especially when in stop-and-go traffic (e.g., city driving), driving a manual quickly becomes a chore (at least for me). I can drive less to make up the difference, but when I do drive, I don't want to battle the car. YMMV.
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