Homer Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 I am sure there are excitng and all that but it's even more fun with a manual and must be slightly quicker? And your more in control of the car, so many more plus's for a manual! I guess I just miss having a clutch and changing gears lol Yes and no In a straight line the auto is quicker, as power raises, the quicker they get (in general). Today’s Santa Pod results proved that point rather well. On the other hand, I'd never have one for my current diving circumstances It all depends on what you do with the car, if you spend you time commuting, in minor jams, on the A and M roads then the auto is for you. If you like a blat around country lanes, or like to get out of the city for some proper A and B roads then you must have a manual. If it's somewhere in between, then you can take you pick but neither will be 'best'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 SupraGirlie, have a read here should explain a few things. Click Below Overdrive Explanation Thank you! I have just read it but am still a little confused by this MANU button! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mas Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 I am sure there are excitng and all that but it's even more fun with a manual and must be slightly quicker? And your more in control of the car, so many more plus's for a manual! I guess I just miss having a clutch and changing gears lol Its not only you that feels like that, hence some never had an auto car Like me !! but as Homer said you have to admit 1- Manual Areotps are close none 2- Manual TT UK's are very rare and actually will cost you a bit more than a Jap TT Manual. What I'm trying to say is that stick with the MANUAL idea but go for a Jap one if you dont want to pay arm and a leg for a car that you may still need to modify in the end! And I highly recommend you test drive a few sort of Supra TT's Goodluck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 So if they are both as good as each other, why is it the manuals seem to be more expensive to buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 Its not only you that feels like that, hence some never had an auto car Like me !! but as Homer said you have to admit 1- Manual Areotps are close none 2- Manual TT UK's are very rare and actually will cost you a bit more than a Jap TT Manual. What I'm trying to say is that stick with the MANUAL idea but go for a Jap one if you dont want to pay arm and a leg for a car that you may still need to modify in the end! And I highly recommend you test drive a few sort of Supra TT's Goodluck. So who is going to let me test drive their TT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mas Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 So if they are both as good as each other, why is it the manuals seem to be more expensive to buy? I didn't say they are as good as eachothers Autos are still TT and fast as a TT but Manuals are to me more fun to drive! (sorry Auto guys) So who is going to let me test drive their TT mmmm, depends if your insurance covers cars like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 lol I know sorry, it was aimed at Homer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 So if they are both as good as each other, why is it the manuals seem to be more expensive to buy? Supply and demand Supply is low, demand is high = higher prices EDITED - the percentage of 6spd's was low compared to the number of auto's made. Manuals are rare, more people (who may or may not be well informed ) deem it more desirable, therefore prices get bumped... a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 Also, I guess most people just assume they are better like me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mas Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 Also, I guess most people just assume they are better like me You re gonna make us fighting over auto-manual again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3upra Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 Mines auto,i would have preffered a manual-bacause they are "supposedly" more fun to drive-in any other car id agree,but the auto TT has a great gearbox,you can play in the manual mode-(4 gears),but as most auto owners will testify,you never need to-they really are very good and do not detract from the driving experience-infact for 95% of driving they are better:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 Now I'm really confused, manual mode has 4 gears?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 21, 2007 Author Share Posted April 21, 2007 I didn't say they are as good as eachothers Autos are still TT and fast as a TT but Manuals are to me more fun to drive! (sorry Auto guys) mmmm, depends if your insurance covers cars like that How am I ever going to test drive a TT then! My insurance doesn't cover driving other cars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mas Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 Now I'm really confused, manual mode has 4 gears?! thats the manual mod of AUTO, manual TT's have 6 gears. (did I get your question right by the way?) How am I ever going to test drive a TT then! My insurance doesn't cover driving other cars! Well you get round that matter and you might have a manual TT to test drive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3upra Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 Manual mode=1,2,drive,overdrive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 my last N/A was 300-350miles per tank TT about 220:p Just got 350+ to the tank on a trip to M'Boro last week. Thought that was pretty spectacular TBH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilli Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 interesting, having read all that about how wonderful the auto really is, but also don't forget just how good the 6 speed manual is too, you should at least test drive a manual 6 speed as well as the auto. Having 6 well spaced gears is fantastic, and the driving experience is very involving and satisfying. Also getting good with the manual in terms of launching and shifting is a skill that is fun to acquire and very satisfying to have the topic of auto vs manual pros and cons has however been done to death, so no point repeating it here. just saying, as much as you should not dismiss the auto, don't dismiss the manual either. In fact you really can't dismiss either until you've tried them both and seen what you prefer. so I'd agree with what's been said before. Get a manual (as you seem to have a preference (like me)) j-spec (much easier to find, more availability = possibly cheaper) and spend your money wisely on any further upgrades you might want. At least you will be starting with the right base car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 22, 2007 Author Share Posted April 22, 2007 Yeah I think I should be starting with the right base car instead of spending lots of money on this one! Lol this thread wasn't supposed to be a manual/auto battle! I don't mind the auto, it seems quite fun I just miss having a clutch for some reason! Cheers for all the advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Geneb Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 only one way to find out try both! all comes down to the driver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 i have a nice auto aero due in june take a look on for supras fro sale http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=103969 more pics at bottom of the thread:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 I don't think I would want a TT auto, doesn't make sense! Auto is so boring!! Then again it would have to be an auto if I wnated a TT aerotop wouldn't it!! Gordon, Admiral quoted me over 300 less on the UK spec!!! If you're really nice, I'll take you out in my BPU TT aerotop auto. They drive brilliantly, and you can use all the gears, almost like a manual, engine breaking, quick acceleration etc. And 140leptons with the roof off takes your breath away (quite literally mate)! Not bad on fuel too, if you don't floor it too often. Crap economy around town tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted April 22, 2007 Author Share Posted April 22, 2007 Sounds good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kslb Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 You are so far away or I would have let you have a spin in my 6sp although it will be a single when i get it back from Envy not the TT. I was the same with regard what model so test drove 11 supras and settled on the 6sp manual and so happy I did. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom S Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 Petrol is no where near the same cost as NA, trust me...the TT eats it, I went from an NA to TT and can easily tell the difference. hmmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilli Posted April 22, 2007 Share Posted April 22, 2007 yeah if you even need to worry about petrol costs I'm not so sure the TT is a wise choice tbh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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