I used to run a stick car on the streets many, many moons ago and it was the best fun that I could remember to boast about. I can remember specific runs with three pedals under me as apposed to trying to remember and be fond of any recent Automatic slush box runs.
Yeah, automatics are consistent, but it takes a lot of patience, skills and some $$ to run, maintain and win with a row boat.

Lack of time and unnecessary funds to run a stick keeps me with a fluid level tube in my car.

If I had the time and endless no worries of funds, I'd drive, race and stick with a stick car in a heart beat.

Automatics and convertors have come a long way since the bad days and nights to convert most racers from stick, but there are a few out there that can give an auto box a run for its money.
Let the trash talk begin. LOL

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