Date: Sat, 19 Apr 2003 16:04:06 -0700 From: B&D <NO_SPAMnopsamCOM> Subject: Re: GM to increase SAAB lineup
On 4/19/03 12:22 PM, in article 3EA1A210.7576nopsams.com, "Kenneth S." <nimrodnopsams.com> wrote: > I bought the Miata several years ago, after years of driving nothing > but V-8 automatics. I feel much more in control of the Miata, and I > think this has something to do with the fact that, when you take your > foot off the gas with a manual transmission car, the car responds > immediately by slowing down. Presumably you don't get engine braking > with any variety of automatic. Yup - that is the control people like. Might also be the smaller, more agile car that the Miata is, compared to a V-8 Auto (I am assuming a Crown Vic or a Truck?). I think most folks appreciate a nimble car that is quick and controllable to larger more ponderous ones (that are probably excellent off road - but never taken there!) B '03 9-5 Aero Wagon