Auto's v's manuals.

[char]

Gday, this is my first time in the forum. I'm an Aussie looking to buy a 1993 3.0L Diesel surf. I pretty much know the rig I want I just don't know if I should buy a manual or auto. I've always had manuals and would prefer one. They just seem to be in short supply in this model. So guys whats the deal? Do the auto's cut the mustard?

[marky]

Welcome to the forum Charlie Tonyn replied to someone else with this answer which may give you some idea

Autos are easier, less effort to drive, manuals are more 'drivable' the only difference offroad is a manual will be more controllable down slippery hills, as its hard to guess the engine braking/wheels slipping effect with an Auto.

3.0lt motor works well with the Autobox, still feels lively with the extra power, I think the 2.4 is more fun with a manual.

[TonyN]

Welcome to the forum Charlie Tonyn replied to someone else with this answer which may give you some idea

Autos are easier, less effort to drive, manuals are more 'drivable' the only difference offroad is a manual will be more controllable down slippery hills, as its hard to guess the engine braking/wheels slipping effect with an Auto.

3.0lt motor works well with the Autobox, still feels lively with the extra power, I think the 2.4 is more fun with a manual.

Hey! thats copyrighted!!! you'll be hearing from my lawyer!



Char, the other thread is here......
http://yotasurf.co.uk/Forums/showthread.php?t=3534

there are others as well, its a well debated discussion, never been a winner or loser, comes down to personal choice and experiances.

[marky]

SO SUE ME ! I'll go speak to pops my lawyer.
i thought your words of wisdom would help a future SURFER

[scooby_si]

so where's the other thread? That's just a link to the forum homepage, or was that a deliberate joke lol.
Anyway so what is the rough guide of manual:auto quantities it does at first glance seem the autos far outnumber the manual boxes but just wondered how clear cut this was?
Ta
Si

[Linda]

Think this is the correct link... Tony must have been at the "garage beer" again...

http://yotasurf.co.uk/Forums/showthread.php?t=3534

[scooby_si]

lol beer is good
Si

[TonyN]

Think this is the correct link... Tony must have been at the "garage beer" again...

http://yotasurf.co.uk/Forums/showthread.php?t=3534

DUH!!!! hehe

:burp!:

[TonyN]

SO SUE ME ! I'll go speak to pops my lawyer.

damn, that could be trouble! He's still after sweet eating compensation from me as well!

[marky]

HAD AN ACCIDENT NOT YOUR FAULT THEN SUE THE PANTS OFF EM.
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