eddi0 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Hello First timer here, considering a 2008-2009 GT but not clear what transmission I should be seeking. I've read enough to know the manual is quicker but aside from that what differences are owners seeing? Reliability? Higher incident/failure rate? Seems like the manuals are hard to find so just want to make sure I'm not missing out if I end up with an auto. Much thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttnio Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 welcome yes, go for a manual trans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkinslow Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Depends on goals for the car and personal preference really. Us telling you what trans to get would be akin to us telling you who to date. The manuals hold their value better and will take a good bit more power without modification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitexc Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 I wish my 2009 had gears to row and a clutch to play with. That said, it's a great car, even with the wonky 5EAT. I did buy the car as a driver as I have a rwd stick car for the fun times so no regrets. If you have the opportunity to snag a clean auto go for it but if you can hold out for a manual that would be my suggestion. My $.02 Sent from my moto z3 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORULZleggy Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 5MT or go home. Don't know how many Legacy people I talk to that wish they had 5MT man tran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttnio Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 i have a 6 speed on my 2017 wrx so it doesn't affect me and yes, i have a choice on which one to have fun with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Throwout bearings on the MT's seem to have a poor design, like there is always slight pressure on the bearing I think, causing it to typically fail in less than 100k. Bearing life seems to be all over the place, but I think average seems to be 60k-100k. I still wouldn't trade my MT for an AT, but something to be aware of, since you basically have to do a full clutch job to replace it. It's also not something you want to put off, since it can explode and do more damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddi0 Posted February 20, 2020 Author Share Posted February 20, 2020 I would prefer a manual our of the gate but the going rate for the manuals is significantly higher. Wasn't sure if that was demand due to: 1) much fewer MT cars out there and those of us who prefer manual in general drive up demand/cost 2) AT isn't as reliable or won't last as long. Sounds like it's more of the former Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORULZleggy Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 I would prefer a manual our of the gate but the going rate for the manuals is significantly higher. Wasn't sure if that was demand due to: 1) much fewer MT cars out there and those of us who prefer manual in general drive up demand/cost 2) AT isn't as reliable or won't last as long. Sounds like it's more of the former I tell people that want to get into these cars to take your time and save a bit more and get what you really want. Also cash talks. I am not sure where you live but there are many nice 5MT legacy GTs and OBXTs where I am at. Guess what? they are all stock and older people drive them and maintain them at the dealer. many for sale. LGT wagons also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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