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dantemcc · 02-24-2016, 10:54 AM

Gated shifter are I think one of the best cosmetic items that supercars use to come with. I can only think of the Audi R8 that still has it. Was curious, if anyone has ever seen a camaro with this type of shifter. I've a seen countless different shifters, but never something this unique.

Scalded Dog · 02-24-2016, 02:09 PM

I have no idea why some people are so repulsed by gated shifters. To me, they are a thing of beauty, in addition to eliminating any question as to what gear the thing is in.

(edit: Sorry, my post made it sound like Dantemcc was not a fan of gated shifters, which is clearly not the case. I was simply referring to comments that I read and hear frequently, from people who just can't stand gated shifters. They want them gone, gone, gone, and most people would apparently not even dream of eliminating a booted shifter for one with slots. Not me... I'd love a gated shifter, and the one pictured above would be awesome, little prancing horse or not!)

ZED SLED · 02-24-2016, 02:34 PM

Because we're Americans. We don't need no stinkin' gated shifters!

gajagfan · 02-24-2016, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

Because we're Americans. We don't need no stinkin' gated shifters!

I have never driven a car with a gated shifter, but I always felt like they would slow the shifting down. You know, the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, not an up, over, and up line!

ZED SLED · 02-24-2016, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

I have never driven a car with a gated shifter, but I always felt like they would slow the shifting down. You know, the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, not an up, over, and up line!

Agreed, would be like trying to play with an Etch-a-Sketch while driving.

dantemcc · 02-24-2016, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

I have never driven a car with a gated shifter, but I always felt like they would slow the shifting down. You know, the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, not an up, over, and up line!

I have and havent had any issues with it. Think it would be something unique to see. But, to each their own.

Redrocker1958 · 02-24-2016, 03:18 PM

Don't need no stinkin auto ahift

Skillet · 02-24-2016, 03:26 PM

First thing I thought when looking at that picture was damn that 2nd to 3rd shift would be a bitch to do quickly.

gajagfan · 02-24-2016, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by dantemcc

Gated shifter are I think one of the best cosmetic items that supercars use to come with. I can only think of the Audi R8 that still has it. Was curious, if anyone has ever seen a camaro with this type of shifter. I've a seen countless different shifters, but never something this unique.

I think it is great Ferrari supports the 4-H organization!

Outlaw77 · 02-24-2016, 03:31 PM

Looks like a pretty long throw between gears. At least the one in that pic anyways.

Ragnar · 02-24-2016, 05:28 PM

You would have to pay attention if it was in a V6 or V8, the reverse position is on the opposite side. Gates and a cassette player, hand in hand!

yzark99 · 02-24-2016, 10:08 PM

Which slot is "D?"

762ch · 02-24-2016, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by yzark99

Which slot is "D?"

Your car missing the man pedal?

yzark99 · 02-24-2016, 10:23 PM

We call it the the douche pedal around here...

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ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Because we're Americans. We don't need no stinkin' gated shifters! __________________

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Redrocker1958 Obsessive camaro disorder Drives: 2010 2ss/rs Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA. Posts: 943 View My Garage	Don't need no stinkin auto ahift __________________ 2010 2ss/rs

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Ragnar Destroyed by flooding Drives: Wife's car Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,673	You would have to pay attention if it was in a V6 or V8, the reverse position is on the opposite side. Gates and a cassette player, hand in hand! __________________

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yzark99 I run 2 catch cans... Drives: 2012 1LT SIM Auto Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: OR there Posts: 1,038 View My Garage	Which slot is "D?" __________________ Overkill tuned • Air Scoop • CAI • VMAX PTB • JacFab Laminator FX + Extendolator • SOLO Hi-Flo Cats + Cat-Back Exhaust View my top 3 LFX performance mods and more: .

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Scalded Dog Drives: 2011 1LT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Crestline, CA Posts: 3,029	I have no idea why some people are so repulsed by gated shifters. To me, they are a thing of beauty, in addition to eliminating any question as to what gear the thing is in. (edit: Sorry, my post made it sound like Dantemcc was not a fan of gated shifters, which is clearly not the case. I was simply referring to comments that I read and hear frequently, from people who just can't stand gated shifters. They want them gone, gone, gone, and most people would apparently not even dream of eliminating a booted shifter for one with slots. Not me... I'd love a gated shifter, and the one pictured above would be awesome, little prancing horse or not!)

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Skillet Account Suspended Drives: car Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: somewhere Posts: 291	First thing I thought when looking at that picture was damn that 2nd to 3rd shift would be a bitch to do quickly.

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Outlaw77 Drives: 2018 Charger SRT 392 F8 Green Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oakville Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,910	Looks like a pretty long throw between gears. At least the one in that pic anyways.

02-24-2016, 10:23 PM	#14
yzark99 I run 2 catch cans... Drives: 2012 1LT SIM Auto Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: OR there Posts: 1,038 View My Garage	We call it the the douche pedal around here... __________________ Overkill tuned • Air Scoop • CAI • VMAX PTB • JacFab Laminator FX + Extendolator • SOLO Hi-Flo Cats + Cat-Back Exhaust View my top 3 LFX performance mods and more: .