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Originally Posted by IZAGLO
The Blue M235i looks and sounds great, but what is it this year with all the test cars with a Auto trans? I have not seen ONE test car or review with a manual. In a automated era i can understand auto trans but come on BMW the 2 series is for enthusiasts mostly....and a great majority of us prefer to shift the old fashion way and be engaged physically with the car,......the test driver in these videos did not eeven try the paddle shifter at all....  |
BMW is really looking to phase out manuals unfortunately. Porsche appears to be leading the charge to do the same as well.
I ALSO noticed the way the driver in the video did not touch the paddles and also was very gingerly holding the steering wheel at " 10 and 2".
Perhaps this was a test drive opportunity for novice enthusiasts...?