parts and labor for automatic vehicles are a bit more expensive than manual cars. Mechanics are also at times a concern, as some vehicles are quite tricky and need "specialists" or maintenance ...

Performance cars with manual gearboxes are becoming ... connected to a 6-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic as an option. The rear-drive CT4-V Blackwing is packed with a ton of performance ...

In our tests, we've found that in some cars a manual transmission can improve gas mileage by a significant 2 to 5 mpg, compared with an automatic, and can cut a car's price by $800 to $1,200.

the CT4-V, mates a 472 hp (479 PS) bi-turbo V6 to a six-speed manual transmission, though a 10-speed auto is available if you really must. BMW’s entry-level M car is also one of its purest.