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Originally Posted by AustinPowers007
Then BMW should seriously consider incorporating a 6MT option into the larger engine versions of the Z4. Enthusiasts like myself (and there are many of us) would be ecstatic. Currently, manual transmission roadster buyers have only two choices: the Mazda Miata and the Porsche Boxster.
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The F8X (M3/M4) had a 6MT option - in fact it was free. The DCT cost $2900 extra. According to BMW stats only 15% of M3 and 17% of M4 had the 6MT. That hardly makes it worth their effort to get that option certified.
I have always had manual transmissions (except for a 540i) and really disliked automatics. While I thoroughly enjoy the 6MT in my M4, I was totally surprised by how much I like the Z8F in my Z4. I think it is a great transmission.