Spooled_Starion Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 I really want another starion and the only local one I can find is an automatic!!! Is an automatic starion worth it or should I just hold out for a 5 speed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwulf Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 well i recently heard about that sometimes develops a problem where the autos skip 3rd gear at times. and i have more fun and can save more gas with a 5speed so id go for a 5speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carguygibby Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 Automatics are fine, just don't boost in O/D.Also, both automatics I've had got better MPG than my 5 speed. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Quest Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 In my opinion it depends what your gonna use the car for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestFan Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 No lag between shifts! Straight boost powahhh. I would like to own an Automatic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwulf Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 i think i know the awnser to this, get one of each 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leeintheconquest Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 I've read in a couple different articles that the auto is a good stout unit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwulf Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 its a starion, it rocks rather auto or 5speed, i just have more fun driving a 5 speed than a auto, when i drive a auto i feel like im driving my grandmas car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lance_S Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 its a starion, it rocks rather auto or 5speed, i just have more fun driving a 5 speed than a auto, when i drive a auto i feel like im driving my grandmas car Plus 1. But it's a totally personal choice. Some don't want the hassle of a 5 speed. Some don't consider a car a sports car without a 5 speed. The auto will be quicker in the 1/4 if your building a drag car. There isn't a right or wrong, only a preference. Lance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 My auto, now that its rebuilt, works great. Hold your foot down and go! The shifts kick you in the pants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Posted September 22, 2011 Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 A working automatic is a quicker and faster car. If the jerk of the clutch is what you want on the shifts, put in a manual valve body. If it shifts strange, that's the 20+ years of crap inside the valve body that needs cleaned out. A rebuilt automatic costs less than a HD clutch and lightened flywheel. No, do not boost in overdrive. Push that button and turn OD off unless you're out on the highway. Get a larger cooler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooled_Starion Posted September 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 It would be my daily driver and at some point I will still get a 5 speed one. The starion is in immaculate condition all original rebuilt auto tranny with only 200 miles with warranty and paperwork rebuilt fuel system with receipts as well!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerwulf Posted September 23, 2011 Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 sounds like a rare deal, jump on it while you can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooled_Starion Posted November 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 To end this thread... No..... An automatic tranny is not worth it lol. 5 speed all the way. I will never buy another automatic sports car ever again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markhansenconquest Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Idont have a auto , but why dont you boost in od ????????? just asking to find out???????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 The days of manual transmissions are over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzord30 Posted December 6, 2011 Report Share Posted December 6, 2011 Its really a personal preference. I hate removing the trans so often for new clutches.... so i am going with a auto now haa. If you plan to do an engine swap with tranny perhaps a auto quest would be a little better since it has a larger area for the trans under the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 And an auto also has alot LESS area for 3 pedals. It seems tight for 2 pedals at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooled_Starion Posted December 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 And an auto also has alot LESS area for 3 pedals. It seems tight for 2 pedals at times. Yeah I definatly agree on that lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdScrip Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 The days of manual transmissions are over. Plenty of other countries have more manuals than automatics. Even on new cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 I would say less manuals has to do with sales only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzord30 Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 I would say less manuals has to do with sales only. Now a new Automatic can get better MPG also..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSMvirus1 Posted December 15, 2011 Report Share Posted December 15, 2011 (edited) okay manuals aren't dead! my 2011 Mazda is a 6spd, and I get great gas mileage too ( average about 375 miles per tank, tank = 12 gallons )but at the same time, the more aggressive I drive, the VERY dramatic my mpg drops lol ( lowest was only 180miles to a tank ) also whats nice is when i use premium, i get like an extra 80-90 miles out of the tank, and it is only 3-4$ difference to fill up, thats why i only use premium! ALSO, if you do get that auto car, I got a 5speed tranny for sale for 70+ship! Edited December 15, 2011 by DSMvirus1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spooled_Starion Posted December 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2011 ALSO, if you do get that auto car, I got a 5speed tranny for sale for 70+ship! Yeah I got the car and sold it already lol I'm just going to wait until a 5 speed one comes along Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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