carl

Spent some time driving a Chevrolet Monte Carlo recently. Reminded me how much I hate slushboxes. Was also interesting that the tyres were 225/65s. In the UK/Europe, if you get 225 width tyres they're usually no more than 45 cross-section.

carl

In order to avoid confusion, I think you'll find that Dilbrain means "Uh huh, yes" rather than "Uh huh, no"

logiclee

American auto's are usually low tech, slow changing, inefficient and probably the term slush box was invented, most are still 4 speeders.
Modern Euro/Jap boxes are crisper and faster. Mercs new 7 speed auto posts faster times with greater fuel economy than the manual on some varients.

For modern driving in a big saloon give me a auto anyday.

Would still like a manual for trackdays and weekend blast (If you can find a clear road at a weekend)

Lee

carl

OTOH, I was thinking of buying a Bentley Turbo R, which is a 3-speed auto. Who needs gears when you've got a 6.8-litre turbocharged engine?

logiclee

Just think how good it would be with a 7 speed box.

Doesn't the Bentley have the rev range of most modern diesels.

carl

Yes, but slightly more horsepower