Manual or Auto?--resale value question

[CamaroFemme]

I would think the auto would have higher resale because automatics outsell manuals, even amongst muscle cars. If you can't/don't want to drive manual, it's more likely to be a dealbreaker on buying a certain car than vice versa.

But as has been stated, factor that in but don't let it be your main concern. Get what is right for you.

[Majic]

Look at NADA....right now there is a $700.00 deduct on a 2LT without an auto trans.

[BigRed585Lbs]

Hmmm........clutch and syncros often are abused by not-so-talented drivers, leading to a lower used car valuation. An automatic can cover up a lot of things.

[jmaryt]

Originally Posted by CamaroSSforme

Incorrect. I own a Subbie legacy GT with 5 speed...and it's resale value is $700 less than than the Auto. This is true across the board that I've seen.

You can check yourself here:

http://www.cudlautosmart.com/(X(1)S(...ookieSupport=1

this may be true for just about all jap,or foreign cars,EXCEPT one,and that one is the honda civic si w/6-speed stick one of the best 'close-ratio" boxes ever built,and this car really does command a premium because it DOES have a stick! just sayin'

[jmaryt]

Originally Posted by CamaroSSforme

Incorrect. I own a Subbie legacy GT with 5 speed...and it's resale value is $700 less than than the Auto. This is true across the board that I've seen.

You can check yourself here:

http://www.cudlautosmart.com/(X(1)S(...ookieSupport=1

Originally Posted by Rockies4

I think a factor to be considered in the decision would be "where you plan to resale it." If you live out in the country, then it's awesome for a stick. On the other hand, if you drive bumper to bumper each day to work, it really sucks. Location will have a factor in the decision-making process.

whether it sucks or not depends on your point of view!
example:someone who has driven "stick" fora long time will NOT care about driving in heavy traffic ,or not because 'shifting" has become second nature either in traffic,or not!.that said,it will NOT suck for anyone USED to shifting all the time!.it won't matter!..just sayin'

[jmaryt]

Originally Posted by myold88

Stick vs automatic resale depends on how old the car is. newer cars are worth more with automatics. But as they get older stick shift is more desirable. Check the collector car market- 4 speed Gto's / Camaros are worth much more with a 4 speed trans. In my opinion what you order depends on what you will use your Camaro for. Daily driver- Get the auto. Weekend fun car- Nothings beats a stick.

again! if i may be so bold!..it ain't gonna matter (2 sh**s) to someone with a "stick!".they are USED to driving "stick" ALL the time under any,and all conditions!..just sayin'