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2. Who the heck wouldn't one want an automatic like tranny SOMETIMES. 3. See #2 4. If it works better for some, all the better. 5. See #1 above. 6. See #1 above - consistency is the name of the game in launching and I am sorry but computers can do it better than you. Now whether or not the US get a crippled LC, that is another matter. If so it will likely be something one can circumvent with software. |
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02-04-2008, 06:35 PM | #25 |
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Ok. I will stick with the 6 speed. Launch control is the only big pro I see. I can confidently drive a manual (all my cars have been manuals), so the rest won't be a problem. (but I understand the people that want a secuential/auto gearbox... there is nothing wrong with that).
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02-05-2008, 04:10 AM | #27 | |
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for DCT- plus knowing you've got the technologically best M3 available.... after all, that's the point right? |
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02-05-2008, 04:43 AM | #28 |
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Do you feel this will be the same when down shifting when it's rev matching? The one thing I love about my SMG is when I down shift coming to a light & hear that "Roar" when it goes from 3rd to 2nd & from like 3500 RPM to like 7000 RPM!
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02-05-2008, 05:13 PM | #30 | |
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They are almost identical to a manual transmission, less the whole two clutches thing. The commonly used term to decribe these is "automated manual" which is a perfect term becuase it is a manual and the clutching and lever pulling are automated. Don't forget you will be able to shift purely manually (no shifts except those to prevent stalling) where every shift is ONLY initiated by a paddle or the lever, OR put it in automatic mode which will behave practically like an automatic although lighter, smoother, more efficient, faster, etc. |
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12-11-2009, 06:53 AM | #32 |
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I meta-chose the DCT.
I got the DCT cuz I don't like slushboxes. Launch control is silly. I drive in manual mode 90% of the time. I'll put it in D when I'm on the highway. Luxury GTs are more luxurious when you don't have to shift in a traffic jam. I really like the DCT in snow/ice.
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12-11-2009, 05:24 PM | #34 |
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I drove a stick for my first 20 years of driving but not the last 24. I can drive a stick but don't feel I have enough years left to master heel and toe. The most fun I have with this or any other car is on the track, and on the track dct is almost like cheating. There are plently of other challenges of high performance driving that will keep my engaged indefinitely.
I have no real interest in launch control. Not a drag racer. My biggest concern with dct is what if something goes wrong after the warranty expires. Probably will force me to purchase an extended warranty or a different car.
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12-11-2009, 05:57 PM | #35 | |
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And as far as "launch control" goes, for me it's a matter of common sense, a little driving "savy" and of course a little coordination between the left foot, the right foot and a few snicks of your right (left for my friends in the U.K) hand. No computer required!! Mark |
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12-11-2009, 07:41 PM | #38 |
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Perhaps you are right. But I'll point out that you might have taken some solace in the fact that it was a near-two-year-old discussion and would likely have stayed buried for all but the most determined searchers. Now, though, it's back out in the open for all to see.
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12-12-2009, 09:58 PM | #41 |
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F1 technology? Try Audi technology. F1 gearboxes are not dual clutch. SMG shares more with F1 than DCT.
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12-12-2009, 10:02 PM | #42 |
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MT all the way I do not care of the DCT shifts in a nano second. Not having a clutch is just boring and takes away the true enjoyment of a sports car.
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12-12-2009, 10:16 PM | #44 |
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I don't think you'd find DCT boring at the Nurburgring, especially while downshifting while hard braking. There's a reason all serious GT racers use sequential gearboxes these days.
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