Have any owners of the MT regretted their decision?

texasturner · 02-07-2007, 06:58 PM

After seeing the similar thread based on regretting getting the AT, I was wondering if there are any 335 manual owners that regret their decision and wish they would have went step? Just curious...

Deveray · 02-07-2007, 07:11 PM

No. I probably chose the MT because of the kudos factor and thinking of it as "the enthusiasts choice" [wrong reasons really]. However, having driven autos for years I had forgotten the entertainment and challenge of doing the perfect manual change for the situation. I find it very satisfying. I also like anticipating what gear to be in, something an auto can't do until it can read your mind. Shifter has got noticeably smoother after 4k miles.

spydrz · 02-07-2007, 07:32 PM

I didn't have the choice of the 335, but I certainly don't regret the 6MT.

HappyG · 02-07-2007, 07:34 PM

If you ordered a car, and regret your decision, I feel no sympathy for you. But, if you had to take a care off a lot because of lack of options, or didn't want to wait, then I could see where one would somewhat regret that choice.
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kshock126 · 02-07-2007, 07:43 PM

Nope, no regrets here... I live in LA and drive in traffic a decent amount of the time... Even if the AT was standard, I'd still opt for the MT...

My first case was an auto that I drove for about 2 years... then I picked up a manual for about 5 years, then an auto for another 1 year (not by choice... temp car that I drove while waiting for the 335, now I'm back to manual... I so glad to be driving stick again... I just like that extra degree of feel and interaction with the car... I feel it gives me more control over the vehicle... My next car will be manual as well =D

742 · 02-07-2007, 07:58 PM

I can only quote my wife. “If we have to get the automatic we might as well get the Volvo.”

This was for a 325, but have no doubts that her view is unchanged.

spark227 · 02-07-2007, 08:12 PM

No regrets yet in bad DC traffic, but I can't wait for a short shifter kit to be released.

I thought the step was rather boring to test drive, but that's just me.

blingbling · 02-07-2007, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spark227

No regrets yet in bad DC traffic, but I can't wait for a short shifter kit to be released.

I thought the step was rather boring to test drive, but that's just me.

I agree. Step = boring. Why bother?

dhmilosr · 02-07-2007, 08:30 PM

I drive in Maryland traffic, which can be a lot of stop and go. But I love my MT. There is nothing like the satisfaction of perfect shirts and the launching ability of a MT to make me smile. The ability to down shift into a lower gear anticipating a rolling launch is another benefit. Other benefit is that MT, in my experience, can outlast an automatic transmission. And with the Extended Maintenance warranty, clutch replacement is covered. I doubt replacing anything on the AT is covered.

edgarj · 02-07-2007, 08:53 PM

I really never considered the step. It's a fine transmission, and I enjoyed the paddles on the demo cars. It's by far the best auto Ive experienced, with far less torque-converter feel than previous steps. I've never owned anything but sticks, and that's probably why I went manual. Its too integral to the driving experience for me at this point, even though the performance and econemy is very similar with this new step. The step feels slower to me, but I stress 'feels', as it's mostly subjective when you look at the stats. Plus, my gf can't drive a stick

. My previous M car bothered me in stop-and-go traffic, as the clutch was a good bit heavier, but the 335i clutch is much lighter and dosent get as tiresome in traffic.

OCNYBMW · 02-07-2007, 08:56 PM

I love my 6MT. But sometimes in heavy traffic an auto would be nice. Real sports cars have sticks

John · 02-07-2007, 09:26 PM

nope, and hopefully never

mmm def · 02-07-2007, 09:38 PM

Both are great, and I love my 6MT.

wuufer001 · 02-07-2007, 10:27 PM

Not in a hundred years of the saying. Always driven MT unless no choice. MT get you more interacted and makes you feel like if you are in control of the car not as in automatic, changes gear even if you don't want it to.

Jay_328 · 02-07-2007, 11:03 PM

nope ....and never considered a step

liquid77 · 02-07-2007, 11:20 PM

I live in Los Angeles and all i gotta say is anything less than a MT for me is uncivilized.

BK · 02-07-2007, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay_328

nope ....and never considered a step

+1

I didn't even consider the AT. No regrets.

MacAttack · 02-08-2007, 12:07 AM

None what so ever. Nothing like the MT.

HRC · 02-08-2007, 12:36 AM

Nope. MT until I lose my left leg!

Edit: This applies to all cars I have owned.

Danny

sbw · 02-08-2007, 12:41 AM

I love the stick shift.

shocker1976 · 02-08-2007, 02:31 AM

6MT on a 335...It's a bliss. You won't regret getting it.

VapoR · 02-08-2007, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liquid77

I live in Los Angeles and all i gotta say is anything less than a MT for me is uncivilized.

i love driving a manual in the city. no regrets. MT for life.

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Deveray Private First Class 10 Rep 141 Posts Drives: 2010 535i X-Drive Touring Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	No. I probably chose the MT because of the kudos factor and thinking of it as "the enthusiasts choice" [wrong reasons really]. However, having driven autos for years I had forgotten the entertainment and challenge of doing the perfect manual change for the situation. I find it very satisfying. I also like anticipating what gear to be in, something an auto can't do until it can read your mind. Shifter has got noticeably smoother after 4k miles.
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kshock126 Private 1 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 07 335i Coupe Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA - 626 iTrader: (2)	Nope, no regrets here... I live in LA and drive in traffic a decent amount of the time... Even if the AT was standard, I'd still opt for the MT... My first case was an auto that I drove for about 2 years... then I picked up a manual for about 5 years, then an auto for another 1 year (not by choice... temp car that I drove while waiting for the 335, now I'm back to manual... I so glad to be driving stick again... I just like that extra degree of feel and interaction with the car... I feel it gives me more control over the vehicle... My next car will be manual as well =D
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742 Major 13 Rep 1,187 Posts Drives: E90 325i; F10 528i; 2002tii Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I can only quote my wife. “If we have to get the automatic we might as well get the Volvo.” This was for a 325, but have no doubts that her view is unchanged.
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spark227 Private First Class 11 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	No regrets yet in bad DC traffic, but I can't wait for a short shifter kit to be released. I thought the step was rather boring to test drive, but that's just me.
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dhmilosr Private First Class 1 Rep 106 Posts Drives: 335i Sedan Montego Blue Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	I drive in Maryland traffic, which can be a lot of stop and go. But I love my MT. There is nothing like the satisfaction of perfect shirts and the launching ability of a MT to make me smile. The ability to down shift into a lower gear anticipating a rolling launch is another benefit. Other benefit is that MT, in my experience, can outlast an automatic transmission. And with the Extended Maintenance warranty, clutch replacement is covered. I doubt replacing anything on the AT is covered.
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edgarj Captain 32 Rep 815 Posts Drives: 335i e92 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Marcos, TX iTrader: (1)	I really never considered the step. It's a fine transmission, and I enjoyed the paddles on the demo cars. It's by far the best auto Ive experienced, with far less torque-converter feel than previous steps. I've never owned anything but sticks, and that's probably why I went manual. Its too integral to the driving experience for me at this point, even though the performance and econemy is very similar with this new step. The step feels slower to me, but I stress 'feels', as it's mostly subjective when you look at the stats. Plus, my gf can't drive a stick . My previous M car bothered me in stop-and-go traffic, as the clutch was a good bit heavier, but the 335i clutch is much lighter and dosent get as tiresome in traffic.
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OCNYBMW Private First Class 2 Rep 125 Posts Drives: 07 E92 335i Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Orange County, NY iTrader: (1)	I love my 6MT. But sometimes in heavy traffic an auto would be nice. Real sports cars have sticks __________________ 11 E70 x35D 07 E92 335i* 05 E83 X3 3.0* 02 E39 540i* * Retired/Sold
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John Captain 55 Rep 960 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (1)	nope, and hopefully never __________________ E90post Project 325i www.creativeautoworks.com James@creativeautoworks.com 858.279.8900
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mmm def Colonel 144 Rep 2,610 Posts Drives: 21 330, 19 ND2 RF, 11 RX350 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Both are great, and I love my 6MT.
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wuufer001 Colonel 375 Rep 2,348 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 M/T Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: DFW, TX//Taiwan//South Africa iTrader: (5) Garage List 2006 325i [9.34]	Not in a hundred years of the saying. Always driven MT unless no choice. MT get you more interacted and makes you feel like if you are in control of the car not as in automatic, changes gear even if you don't want it to. __________________
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Jay_328 Lieutenant Colonel 119 Rep 1,595 Posts Drives: 07 e92 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (0) Garage List 07 E92 328 [0.00]	nope ....and never considered a step __________________
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liquid77 Enlisted Member 7 Rep 31 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I live in Los Angeles and all i gotta say is anything less than a MT for me is uncivilized. __________________ 2007 335i 6MT black sapphire metallic, black dakota gray poplar, sports,prem, comfort access, power rear sunshade 8/4 - on order 9/5 - production started 9/12 - production completed 9/14 - awaiting transport to port 9/17 - awaiting departure from port 9/18- onboard the HOJIN 10/10 - at VPC 10/15 - delivered
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MacAttack Colonel 29 Rep 2,134 Posts Drives: fast enough Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Afghanistan iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW [0.00]	None what so ever. Nothing like the MT. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Coupe: Monaco Blue/Premium/Sports/Winter Package/Nav/CA/6MT/TT/Active Cruise/Active Steering/iPod/Rear Shade/Tint/Short Shifter/OEM Alum Pedals//
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HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	Nope. MT until I lose my left leg! Edit: This applies to *all* cars I have owned. Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box Last edited by HRC; 02-08-2007 at 01:07 AM..
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sbw Ultimate Driver 35 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 2015 Porsche Cayman Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Earth iTrader: (0)	I love the stick shift.
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shocker1976 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where BMW's can be driven iTrader: (0)	6MT on a 335...It's a bliss. You won't regret getting it. __________________ 335i Coupe, Space Gray, Cream Beige, 6MT, ZSP, ZPP
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