6MT Stock shift nob
 

Although this subject has been debated in other threads in the club forum, I'd like to know what the local guys think.

I've test driven the 8 at MM(s) twice, each time for about an hour. Can't help thinking that the "rotary" ergonomics of the stock shifter might get uncomfortable after a while. Has anyone noticed that? Have you changed to another shifter?

Also, the knob is quite short so throwing into reverse is more cumbersome (IMO since I only put the car into reverse twice).

I've attached a pic of the Auto Exe leather shift knob which looks like a much better design, at least from experience in driving other manual tranny cars.

in fact,the shift knob,IMO,is suppose to b grip by the body...durin mi 1st few dayz wif the car,find it quite 'uncomfortable' too...until i cam across a thread sayin tat the 'aluminium-finished' part of the gear knob started to tarnish(xperienced by other forumers).i sorta shift the habit abit.

here's two more pics of the Auto Exe shift knob (and hand brake). When I get my 8 I'm going for it!

I like the looks of the stock knob. It IS on the small side, and could be uncomfortable for those with very big hands and hold the knob on top.
I have average-sized hands and I have no problem with it at all. I hold the knob on the side like I'd hold my 'knob'. Thumb an index finger circling the silver rotary shape on top.

personally i have no problems with the knob and find it actually very ergonomic. the short throw of the gear change is magic!
i dont foresee myslef changing the knob.

pharaoh

You may change your mind when the chrome finish wears off the plastic substrate......

Yes, the knob is plastic, not aluminium.

Gomez.

i love the stock knob.. but i have big hands so it fits in my hand just right. but i dont grab it from the top. I wrap my hand around it so the shape is gooood.

I can see how if you rest your hand on the top it would wear off the finish.. But i was taught to rest my hand on the Wheel :) never leave it on the shiftknob. The weight alone of your hand adds to the wear and tear.. and your hand should be on the Wheel :) ....

All the better reason to get the auto-exe leather knob IMO.