Gnil:
I don't get it . Either you go for PDK and you have all the automated stuff for good reasons or you do not want that and then a fully manual is the only way. This hybrid system is useless , unless it is only a way to slowly get the last resisting dynausors to convert to 'assisted trannys '
Right. I can only see one point with this system... to convert the dinosaurs... step by step
The new 7-speed manual was developed from the PDK box, right? So should be easy to add new automated features step by step until it is a PDK again and everyone are happy. In my view it is the right thing to do. The 991 is now so refined that a manual box feels like stone age.
For the manual enthusiasts there are plenty of 997.2 cars around which offer similar performance and more driver involvement.
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Porsche 997 Carrera S in Carrara White with black leather interior. PASM-Sport Suspension (-20 mm), PSE.
Audi S5 cabrio in Ibis White with black leather interior.