Josh Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 (edited) When buying a Supra, if everyone had an unlimited fund but had to buy the spec they could afford normally (TT, Single, NA), I doubt many people would buy an auto. Or another way to phrase it; If autos and manuals cost the same, I bet over 90% would buy a manual. Edited April 27, 2011 by Josh (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadeS Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I have had 1jz auto and I have 1jz manual w58. W58 FTW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robzki Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 When buying a Supra, if everyone had an unlimited fund but had to buy the spec they could afford normally (TT, Single, NA), I doubt many people would buy an auto. Or another way to phrase it; If autos and manuals cost the same, I bet over 90% would buy a manual. You keep convincing yourself The time I would like a manual is for track days, I'd still want to drive home in the auto though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 You keep convincing yourself I truly believe autos are boring so I'm all ready convinced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 When buying a Supra, if everyone had an unlimited fund but had to buy the spec they could afford normally (TT, Single, NA), I doubt many people would buy an auto. Or another way to phrase it; If autos and manuals cost the same, I bet over 90% would buy a manual. I doubt it would be 90%, I test drove some manuals but perfer the auto's over them. Infact my next Supra will be auto as well, I am currently driving a CTR and changing gears is boring. The Supra is a GT car hence why the auto box is perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I doubt it would be 90%, I test drove some manuals but perfer the auto's over them. Infact my next Supra will be auto as well, I am currently driving a CTR and changing gears is boring. The Supra is a GT car hence why the auto box is perfect. But if you don't use it as a GT car and use it as a weekend/fun/short journey car then a manual would be best I'd have thought. Tbh, I'd need to try an auto before I comment further, but I just don't think I'd enjoy the car as much if it was auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 But if you don't use it as a GT car and use it as a weekend/fun/short journey car then a manual would be best I'd have thought. Tbh, I'd need to try an auto before I comment further, but I just don't think I'd enjoy the car as much if it was auto. Regardless how often you use it, the car is still a GT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymdee Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 In hated the idea of an auto when I was looking for my Supra 7 years ago, but wouldn't have a manual now. I've got a manual MR2 turbo, and would definitely NOT have an auto in that, but the Supra auto suits the car so well it's fantastic. Obviously it depends what you want to do with the car, but on the road, I've never wished for it was a manual - on the track... now there's a different story - hence the MR2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I have had an auto, a 6sp and a tiptronic. Auto box is still my first choice. You can have some real fun with it, when you go to overtake something is will get you pass the other car quicker than you could imagine and when you are in traffic or stuck on the m25 it is simple to drive. Having tried them all, I love the autos, be it tiptronic on normal gearbox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 The autos really are very good, experienced them in Supras, Soarers and Aristos, its a great box. Theres just alot of stigma attatched to them, old mans box etc. I urge anyone to try a BPU or + auto car before judging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty71 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 (edited) Exactly mate. I just plant my BPU'd rocket ship and Im away....... why would I want to mess about with a gear stick Edited April 28, 2011 by Gaz6002 pruned to keep things civil. (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamuraiFlash Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I love my Auto! I'm a lazy driver and I can't be bothered about driving manuals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey. Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 My first drive in a auto tt shocked the hell out of me as the kick down was crazy, and i imagine something i could get used to very quickly, However i like to Drive, not to be driven!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 My first drive in a auto tt shocked the hell out of me as the kick down was crazy, and i imagine something i could get used to very quickly, However i like to Drive, not to be driven!!! Trust me, when pushing it on a tight twisty road (or the 'ring) you're not being driven, under these circumstances it takes a lot of skill to extract the best from the autos. Especially if you don't like hanging out of hedgerows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 (edited) :Popcorn: :D Im currently looking for a TT and tbh whilst my head would prefer a manual as thats what i have always had, im very up for driving an Auto. Edited April 28, 2011 by TubbyTwo (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Attero Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 A lot of people are saying that autos are underestimated and that there is a manual vs auto war that goes on. If someone prefers a manual, that's what they will prefer. At the end of the day, an automatic is an automatic, and yes it should be tried out but to point out again... it's down to personal preference in the first place. Some people are dedicated to manual driving. Others are not bothered. I've been in a fair few automatic supras now (as they are common as muck) and I thought it was brilliant. It works very well and it's by far the best automatic car I can possibly think of, but it does not mean I prefer the auto as I just like the idea of controlling the car through it's gears properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I've tidied this thread up a bit to make it a better read for members considering the benefits of auto vs manual ownership. Once again, be nice guys. No need for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 When I had a ride in Scotty's TT BPU auto, I liked how the gears changed so quickly and effortlessly and how you can go in "manu" mode to get the most out of the 'box. I still don't think I'd enjoy my car as much if it was automatic. I enjoy being able to change gear and hold the car on the clutch and I feel I get more of a feel for how the car's acting and that I'm in more control in a manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Boostlogic drag autobox FTW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 what did I start with this thread, it was supposed to be on a cheap TTauto project lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonc Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Or another way to phrase it; If autos and manuals cost the same, I bet over 90% would buy a manual. I must be the other 10% then because I wanted a Tiptronic facelift and not a TT6. My NA was a manual and I dont miss the gearbox one bit. I just like the idea of controlling the car through it's gears properly. Tiptronic lets you control the gears when you want too but if you want to be lazy then flick to auto and point in the right direction. what did I start with this thread, it was supposed to be on a cheap TTauto project lol. Brilliant Jake I love a good discussion, more heated the better. Why would anyone buy a Supra with an old fashioned clutch which is operated by a foot pedal:hide: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I took out an Audi TTS tonight with ease in the BPU Auto, he was trying as well, not bad for a sub 5K old Toyota ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I took out an Audi TTS tonight with ease in the BPU Auto, he was trying as well, not bad for a sub 5K old Toyota ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robzki Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 My point was not to make anyone look silly but to point out how most opinions slating the auto are made by people that have never driven them. Most people who love the auto have only good things to say about it. (because they drive them) Most people who prefer the manual generally get their point over by running the auto down. They are both great at what they do. Autos (in my opinion) do NOT kick down unexpectedly on bends, are in absolutely no way slow, and more importantly are definately NOT boring. The derogatory comments are generally bandied about by people who have no experience of them or are just comparing E-penises. Manuals on the other hand, are also great Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I feel I'm good to comment here as I own both a manual and auto and here are my pro's and cons of both: Auto: Pros - Easy in traffic and nice to cruise in, faster in a straight line Cons - Lacks a certain 'feel' of the car whilst driving, harder to control if the backend slips, feels slower(but isn't) Manual Pros - Fantastic fun on spirited drive, you really 'feel' what the car is doing, can't beat the feeling of banging it into the next gear as you come onto the straight with the backend kicking out a little as you do it, feels faster than the auto(but isn't) Cons - When not on a spirited drive, it starts to feel like a 'chore' changing gears, is quite clunky and jerky at slow(around town/village) speeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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