GLCraig Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Maybe I am bit behind the times but I was reading through SOA's website tonight and found out that the 2006 GT wagon only comes with an automatic. Anyone else bummed about this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattocs Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Maybe I am bit behind the times but I was reading through SOA's website tonight and found out that the 2006 GT wagon only comes with an automatic. Anyone else bummed about this? Does the sedan come with a manual? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outbackfan Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Maybe I am bit behind the times but I was reading through SOA's website tonight and found out that the 2006 GT wagon only comes with an automatic. Anyone else bummed about this? I have written to Subaru NA several times detailing my concern that manual trannies are on their way out. I also specifically noted that Europe and Austrailia receive the 3.0 Spec. B, which is the 6 cyl, 3 litre, mated with a 6 speed manual. Combination has received rave reviews on both continents. Subaru response: Thanks for your interest, we carefully consider production, consumer buying preference, yadayada... I have heard rumors that a Spec B may be available in a Legacy GT sedan in 2006-2007 timeframe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subieman Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 This reminds me of the Gen 1 Legacy turbo. Wagons were all autos and sedans had a 5-speed option. The dealership in Reno had a B spec legacy sedan. Way sweet, but not worth the $34k price tag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zyewdall Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Subaru response: Thanks for your interest, we carefully consider production, consumer buying preference, yadayada... Thanks subaru of america. That's why I still own an '89 GL wagon. Last year the dual range 5MT was available in the US.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValadieX Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Does the sedan come with a manual? Yes, it comes standard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slegacy96 Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Im bummed for sure. I was showing my friend the Spec. B. the other day and he commented as to why it didnt come in a 6-speed if it was so exclusive. Good point. However I must laud Subaru for producing so many more 5-speed Legacys and now the WRX (which is a little more challenging to find a new auto now, compared to before [which is good]). I got rid of my '96 Legacy so I could have the stick because it was offered on the new engine that year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrian Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Subaru = Pontiac Jr. No stick shift required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SakoTGrimes Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 In a lot of other countries auto companies decide what to build based on customer demands. If you prospective new Sub owners want a manny tranny, you've got to let them know. Say, hey, you can give me a 5/6 speed or I can take my $30,000 elsewhere. If nobody speaks out against the great autoplague, it will consume us all!!!!!one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slegacy96 Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 You know I was surprised to see that the Taurus' replacement, the Fusion, is actually available in a 5-speed. Unheard of in the Ford world. There arent even that many manual Mustangs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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