I have a 6 spd manual, and it has a pretty quick pick up. When it hits 6000 RPM, it really takes off. I do feel too low to the ground though when I drive, and I've had many close calls because big trucks and semis can't see me when they change lanes. I've had the clutch petal cover come off once, which was almost impossible to get back on, the leather...
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