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Originally Posted by 400ixl

Automatics have changed a lot in the last 10 years from gas guzzling lethargic experiences.

With many now having 7-9 gears and very fast smooth changes along with engines with lower torque ranges they are.much better.

Still wouldn't buy one that doesn't also have paddle shifters to allow for manual control as well as a semi automatic mode ( not the full manual ).

With that I like them and own one.

Enjoy the.new.car.

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ive a seven speed automatic gear box with manual paddles and completey agree with all of this, my experience of head butting the window was down to knowing the car needed to change up and going for the clutch and quickly catching the break pedal! I have nearly gone once or twice since last week but its more going for the gear stick.