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Old 10-07-2007, 02:06 PM
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do you own a AT or MT?

im still debating whether to get an AT or MT rx8
if anyone wants to give me their opinon/help me choose, hit me up on AIM brrianx
i seriously cant choose
can you add the pros and cons of your transmission?
that would help
thanks

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oh crap, I see a storm of bash the ATs coming.......
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manual transmission is the only way to go
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MT. I see absolutely no reason to buy an RX-8 in AT.
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once upon a time i was going to get the 8 in AT, but I bought a MT because it was fully loaded. I couldn't drive my own car for 3 days, but once I finally took time to learn, I was SO glad I didn't get a AT. When people see your car and you tell them you have a AT, they will make fun of you. Just ask tajabaho
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Originally Posted by road1will
MT. I see absolutely no reason to buy an RX-8 in AT.
+1

Had only ATs before and was a little afraid of going MT, still got my RX-8 MT and would not have considered AT.

No offense to AT owners... whatever rocks your boat
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lol
ive never driven a MT car
and no one i know has one
but ive researched a whole lot about how to drive a MT/how it works
hopefully i can get an rx8, maybe next year
AT=easier, but. a sports car w/ AT?!
MT=redline?!, but im not sure if i know how and traffic?

BOB SAGETT

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uh oh! dont post your age.. edit.... edit it now!
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You don't want any sort of RX8 as your first car.
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Originally Posted by ToothFairy
uh oh! dont post your age.. edit.... edit it now!
K I DID IT!
Old 10-07-2007, 04:13 PM
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Ordered the car with the 6spd auto, we don't race so the minor speed difference is of no concern. Wouldn't trade it for anything.
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Don't be a girly man!! Just kidding the auto comes in a 6 port now I do believe.
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Originally Posted by cjwaggs
Don't be a girly man!! Just kidding the auto comes in a 6 port now I do believe.

you own an AT? or MT?

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Old 10-07-2007, 04:31 PM
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The new Rx8's starting in 06 comes with a 6 port engine and 6 spd auto
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Originally Posted by Galen Darkmoon
The new Rx8's starting in 06 comes with a 6 port engine and 6 spd auto
whats the hp on the 6speed AT? 232?
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Originally Posted by road1will
MT. I see absolutely no reason to buy an RX-8 in AT.
The driver could be handicapped, say, with a prosthetic left leg, or otherwise physically just not capable of using a clutch. A stroke victim or dystrophy sufferer would have a legitimate need for an AT. Many physical limitations come to mind that would preclude a manual transmission.
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^^ so true. Good point
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The At is 215 hp and the MT is 232 "Don't hold me to those numbers, but I think it's right" It is the very same engine with the extra hp being developed with the higher revs, The At redlines at 7,500 and the MT redlines at 9,500
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Originally Posted by road1will
MT. I see absolutely no reason to buy an RX-8 in AT.
What if you only have one leg?

Edit: Damn, someone already said it.
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I've always owned manual transmission cars... but see no reason for bashing somebody that does'nt.. IMO I just coul'nt do it with this particular car. way to fun to drive with a 6 speed..
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If you want to make friends on here.. Get a MT.

I myself have an AT and love it.. Haha. I don't need friends dammit! I have my 8!

Plus, the AT is faster than the MT.. That's just what I think though.. Go figure.
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MT is awesome, the way to go.

Reasons:
- Higher Red Line
- Better Gearing
- More Horsepower
- It has 3 pedals!
- It builds muscle in your left leg
- 75%, if not more, drive automatic in America
- Keeps your wife from driving your car
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He's 15, he doesn't have a wife.
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If you don't want to get the 'AT buyers remorse ' syndrome - then get the MT .

Oh - and you never ever ever hear anyone on here say " I wish I bought the AT instead of the MT "
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Again, if you ask this, you have no business owning a sports car in the first place.


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