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Looking for a manual car because real men use three pedals!

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1fast1

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I use three pedals. Woo hoo! I must be a real man! 🥳

Just kidding, real men don't give two sh*ts what others think of what they drive. 😂

But good on you for wanting a manual. Just keep in mind that the basic technique they teach you in driving school is only kindergarten level. You must quickly learn rev matching and heel toeing to be a real "real man". 😁

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Phluvcat

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  On 7/8/2021 at 9:36 AM, Turboflat4 said:

I use three pedals. Woo hoo! I must be a real man! 🥳

Just kidding, real men don't give two sh*ts what others think of what they drive. 😂

But good on you for wanting a manual. Just keep in mind that the basic technique they teach you in driving school is only kindergarten level. You must quickly learn rev matching and heel toeing to be a real "real man". 😁

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Shit years n years of driving manual and I still can't be considered a real man 😭😭😭

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In recent years, manual transmission is neither the fastest nor the most fuel efficient liao. Yes, 10 to 20 years ago it was still the most economical transmission, now no longer. But it's still the most engaging way to drive as it uses all 4 limbs. Manual is still widely available in Europe. Mercedes UK A-Class Saloon/Hatchback still have the 6-speed manual. 

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sake

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i am a real man too, but the older i get, the more i prefer the auto/pdk.

maybe an EV even......

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Brass

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  On 7/8/2021 at 5:01 AM, Jellandross said:

Forget about NA Impreza - bad low end torque + heavy chassis = constant struggle to accelerate from low speed and also lousy fuel consumption. You'll be much happier with civic if that's your only other choice. 

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😭

But anyways I saved 17k from buying my Impreza over the Civic so it's ok. Civic has 2 airbags only so yea you know...🥴

Though the old one is definitely terribly underpowered.

  On 7/8/2021 at 5:27 AM, yellowshaun said:

How about this? Quite low depre, best seller in MY but dont know how will spare parts supply be in SG...

https://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=995233&DL=1001

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This is a very nice option and assuming COE is 50k in 2024 it's worth renewing with the low parf.

But @Philipkee would say getting the accent manual is much better though the boat has sailed 🤣

 

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Ngbernie

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i really don't want to recommend this! 
but:

1. $48k, <$6k depre
2. brembo brakes
3. highest bhp/cc for this price range
4. ferrari red with black roof
5. mod exhaust, gauges, subwoofer, body kit, michelin ps4, etc
6. 3 door italian hot hatch/coupe
7. 130bhp per tonne, 8s 0-100

https://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=1004421&DL=1000

 

beware:
1. alfa
2. >6 drivers in 12 yrs

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  On 7/8/2021 at 9:36 AM, Turboflat4 said:

I use three pedals. Woo hoo! I must be a real man! 🥳

Just kidding, real men don't give two sh*ts what others think of what they drive. 😂

But good on you for wanting a manual. Just keep in mind that the basic technique they teach you in driving school is only kindergarten level. You must quickly learn rev matching and heel toeing to be a real "real man". 😁

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Those who drive this must be man of men...4 pedals no less albeit 1 long piece dead pedal is for the leftist to rest in peace...😁

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  On 7/10/2021 at 1:11 AM, mersaylee said:

Those who drive this must be man of men...4 pedals no less albeit 1 long piece dead pedal is for the leftist to rest in peace...😁

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Footrest lah. Where got dead pedal. 😁

The brake accelerator combo looks very good for heel toe though. 

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  On 7/9/2021 at 2:21 PM, sake said:

i am a real man too, but the older i get, the more i prefer the auto/pdk.

maybe an EV even......

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fully agree man ..... 

Took delivery of the Yaris mid last month , tried using it as a daily for a week , by the third day , novelty wears off and been parked since then ....

Going for early morning drives is fun but as a daily ..... not so ....

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NeverLucky88

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  On 7/9/2021 at 1:19 PM, Zxcvb said:

In recent years, manual transmission is neither the fastest nor the most fuel efficient liao. Yes, 10 to 20 years ago it was still the most economical transmission, now no longer. But it's still the most engaging way to drive as it uses all 4 limbs. Manual is still widely available in Europe. Mercedes UK A-Class Saloon/Hatchback still have the 6-speed manual. 

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Yup totally agree on the engaging part. I will eventually get sick/tired of driving a manual but i would definitely love to experience it once in my lifetime. Cheers!

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  On 7/8/2021 at 9:06 AM, NeverLucky88 said:

Yeah am aware about the low end torque but was not so sure about the acceleration. Thanks for the clarification! Looks like my best bet is a civic but most of the civics out in the market have multiple owners so not sure about their condition.

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Previously owned a 2008 coe 1.5r. Sold off after a year.

0-100 takes about 13s, high fc consumption, a 1.3 Honda Fit is faster then you. Engine seal will leak. Normal straight 4 only one rocker cover seal. Boxer engine have 2. Prepare to spend a lot to get it fixed. And the engine will eat oil. 

 

that said, boxer engine + AWD really give you confidence when you are driving at high speed, and cornering. But prepare to spend a lot…

 

for first car, suggest get a Honda Fit/Jazz or a avante. Bulletproof drivetrain.

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Weez911

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My first car was a manual Nissan March. I drove it for 3 years but got into 3 minor accidents because I figured I could not handle using 2 hands and 2 legs to drive safely. Also a major pain to drive-stop-drive in the middle of a jam, and on a slope. Sold after 3 years and have been driving auto ever since with only 2 accidents in close to 3 decades of driving. 

Will recommend an used auto in your price range.

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