" That's why they have the option of getting either transmissions. I understand in a highly competitive environment like racing, you would probably want to opt for those advanced transmissions. But sometimes driving a car is not all about going fast in a straightline. The joy you get driving a MT with a high powered engine is nothing compared to the feeling you get pulling a paddle or or pushing/pulling a stick up and down.

Also, the difference between a skilled MT driver and a driver with a manual-auto transmission is minimal, it could make a big difference on a track, lap after lap, but then again - the most serious competition drivers will ultimately pick the automated-manual trans, but for the street, I'll always pick the MT. "

" How sad. They should at least offer the option, even if you have to pay an additional cost for the MT. Sucks that the day is getting closer and closer to the end of the MT. Can't believe Porsche is giving up on it. I guess in the end it all comes up to $$$$. I hope the Americans don't go this route with the Vettes or Vipers anytime soon, but they need to offer real manual-auto transmissions. "

" Yes. I saw this on some car magazine. It was actually a YouTube video, where they were testing the Mclaren. I'll try to look at around and find it. Anyways, the car is a beast. It was able to keep up easily with the new Pagani Huayra in another test, and that car is rated at 700hp. "

" Those cars were retuned by Mclaren bro. They are really that fast!!! 134mph trap car. "

" Nice pics man. Thanks for posting. The mods on some cars are way too ricey... "

" That's an amazing auto trans you haw there Mert. But the N54 people would never pay for it. Many complain about the Vargas TT kit that can make upwards of 700whp, and it's only 8k lol. Most of the n54 people are pretty cheap when it comes to mods. And yeah 17k trans would be stupid for an N54. Don't even waste your time bro. "