It seems that you are getting some good advice all around, and I have no idea as to why you do not want a sport-shifter.   Personally I believe the car should come standard with one.  Yesterday, while my car was being serviced, I was given a non-PASM Cayman with a standard shift as a loaner, which made me appreciate PASM and the sport shifter all the more.  PASM is an incredible technology and no wonder that it comes standard on most all of Porsche's higher-end models.   Lastly, I am impressed that you actually went out and drove a car, as some people rely too much on the opinions of others.   Early on I was told, get the Sport Seats, and found out that it did not suit me, and I'm not broad-shouldered.   Porsche offers many different  options, and sometimes you may find the standard option suits your needs best.

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