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?

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?

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.

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.

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....

Does the sedan come with a manual?

 

Yes, it comes standard.

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.

Subaru = Pontiac Jr. No stick shift required.

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!

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.