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diesel manual transmission trucksShop Subscribe Home Latest News Jalopnik Reviews The Morning Shift Nice Price Car Buying Video The Inventory Drive Free or Die. Prev Next View All The Ram 2500 represents the end of an era in which farmers, construction workers, and even suburbanites could shift their own gears in a brand-new full-size pickup. That’s right, the Cummins diesel-powered heavy-duty Ram was the U.S.’s final full-size truck with a manual transmission, and after having driven it, I can say: My god are we now deprived. Advertisement When I set out to buy a classic pickup years ago, I wanted three things: a practical bench seat, a smooth and torquey inline-six motor, and a fun manual transmission. These desirable attributes, once common among American trucks, have been disappearing at an alarming rate. But my friend Michael Douglas, an engineer at Fiat Chrysler, owns a modern truck with all three. In some ways, it truly is the holy grail. This is a 2017 Ram 2500 Laramie Sport Mega Cab outfitted with the optional 6.7-liter Cummins inline-six rated at 350 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque at a low 1,400 RPM (that’s 20 horsepower and 140 lb-ft fewer than the automatic model, in case you’re curious). Image: Michael Douglas Michael’s previous vehicle was a Hemi V8-powered 2012 Ram 1500, but since the Michigander installed enormous one-ton axles on his Jeep XJ off-road rig (which sits on 39.5-inch Super Swamper tires shown above), he decided to upgrade his truck and trailer to handle the extra load. He’s been a fan of the Columbus, Indiana-based engine manufacturer for years (he owns a 1993 Dodge D250 4x2 regular cab long-bed with a 5.9-liter Cummins), and he recognizes how much of an advantage compression ignition engines are for towing applications. Image: Michael Douglas I met Michael at his farmhouse in rural parts of southeast Michigan after having arranged to drive his beloved machine (which has 50,000 miles on it) on the surrounding country roads.http://nakajima-ya.com/user_data/image/briel-portofino-manual.xml
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With his keys in my hand, I grabbed the handle on the truck’s A-pillar, and pulled myself up into the giant 2500 Ram, plopping down on a nice, wide leather bucket seat located what felt like a mile above the road surface. Once in that seat—directly adjacent to a flat center seat that doubles as an armrest, (I’d imagine that would be a tricky place to sit, since it requires straddling the shifter and placing your feet on a plastic floor console)—I shoved the chintzy DaimlerChrysler-era key into the dashboard and turned it to the “on” position. After under 10 seconds of waiting for the grid heater to warm up on the 62-degree Fahrenheit afternoon, I clutched in and cranked the motor over. Advertisement My door was open and the foot brake was engaged, as I wanted to take some pictures of the truck as the Cummins warmed up. From the outside, the motor sounded amazing—agricultural in some ways, with a classic diesel-y rattle, but also authoritative in a big rig-esque sort of way. Closing the door hushed the sound markedly, leaving me in a decently high-quality, reasonably quiet cabin with absurd amounts of space in every direction. I pulled the park brake release handle on the left side of the lower dash near the driver’s footwell, shoved the tall, bent shifter to the left and up, and slowly let off the clutch. I realized quickly that I could have lifted off that clutch with a lot less finesse because first gear on this truck is absurdly short. With a nearly six-to-one ratio, it is in every way a true “granny gear” that—with the 3.42 axle ratio and 33-inch-ish tires—runs the motor to its peak power RPM of 2,800 revs by about 15 MPH. While I bet that first gear is a godsend for preserving clutch life while towing, for daily driving, I found it best to start in second gear, which offers a Typical For A First Gear In A Manual Gearbox 3.28-to-one ratio.http://sneps-cftc.org/imagesArticles/briel-versatile-due-coffee-machine-manual.xml Advertisement From second, I clutched in and gripped the shifter—a satisfyingly visceral stick through which I could feel the truck’s heartbeat—and slid it up, right, and up again into third. Pressing the accelerator pedal hard in that gear sent an avalanche of torque through the drivetrain as boost kicked in. My pedal’s position near the floorboard meant what was normally a smooth engine during steady state cruising stopped trying to hide its diesel-y nature, and roared with an intimidating fury. With my third gear pull out of the way, shifting to fourth, then fifth, then sixth revealed that this motor can usually lug the truck along at the desired speed at low, sub-1,200 RPM engine speeds without any problems. Choosing high gears sacrifices some acceleration, of course, but the motor felt happy handling the loads even at the low revs, and from a stop—even starting in second—it felt borderline un-stallable. Advertisement The low-end torque is fantastic. With Michael in the passenger seat, I left his rural neighborhood and headed into suburbia, where I noted a vague but nicely boosted hydraulic power steering feel as well as a decent ride—surprising for a heavy duty truck with two solid axles. Those axles are coil sprung, with the front incorporating a three-link setup with two radius arms and a track bar, while the rear is a five-link with a pair of both upper and lower control arms and a track bar. The truck felt a bit bouncy over bumps, but that’s not surprising for an unloaded heavy duty truck. I thought it was acceptable given the machine’s intended function. Ditto for wind noise and just general cabin comfort. This Ram 2500 is totally daily drivable, and that’s exactly what Michael does. Though the truck’s hood is at the same level of many small homes, the seat sits at water tower-height, so visibility out of the front is excellent.https://www.thebiketube.com/acros-3m-4550-transparency-maker-service-manual The view out of the rearview mirror isn’t great thanks in part to the rear fixed center headrest, but the massive fold-out tow mirrors help on that front. Advertisement One thing I thought was a bit odd was the clutch pedal. As I pressed it, I felt a vibration through my left leg and heard what seemed like a rubbing noise of some sort. I also found that, since I like to drive close to the dashboard, and since I’m still waiting for my growth spurt to arrive, my left shin made contact with the lower dash anytime I applied the clutch. It was a tiny bit uncomfortable. My three-point turnaround attempt, after driving the truck again a few days later, and accidentally overshooting Michael’s driveway was also a bit awkward. Though I liked using the “crash through” reverse gear (shifter pulled hard to the left and down). This Ram is just a big, sometimes cumbersome truck, and while the visibility from the rearview mirror isn’t great, the backup camera and side mirrors help make navigating this Goliath significantly less stressful. After pulling off the three-point turn without flattening any mailboxes or getting stuck in a ditch, I rolled up to Michael’s house on Saturday, popped the transmission into neutral, stepped on the park brake, and shut the vehicle down. The shifter shook violently from side-to-side as the motor’s revs slowed to a halt, and within moments all the glorious diesel clatter was gone. Advertisement As I shifted through my Jeep J10 ’s four-speed on my way home, I couldn’t help but mourn the end of the manual full-size pickup truck era. I couldn’t shake Michael’s Ram 2500 from my mind; even after that short drive, I knew I’d just driven something special. Its incredible low-end torque, its awesome bench seat surrounded by a decent interior, its handsome looks, its livable ride quality, and above all, its lovely long-throw shifter—all of these things had combined to form one of the greatest pickups I’d ever driven.http://www.gongoff.com/images/brandt-wfk1248a-user-manual.pdf It’s no wonder Michael plans to keep this thing until he’s an old man. It is, after all, the holy grail. TL;DR It's the holy grail of modern pickups. Technical Editor, Jalopnik. Always interested in hearing from auto engineers—email me. Cars: Willys CJ-2A ('48), Jeep J10 ('85), Jeep Cherokee ('79, '91, '92, '00), Jeep Grand Cherokee 5spd ('94). Share This Story Get our newsletter Subscribe More from Jalopnik All The Wacky Submarine Terms You Never Knew You Wanted To Know Ford Teases Front End Of The Upcoming 2023 Electric F-150 Another Idiot Caught Sleeping At The Wheel Of A Tesla On Autopilot, This One Speeding I Want To Trade My 4x4 For Something With Gears On The Floor. What Car Should I Buy. With most manuals you’re basically getting the same version of the car but with a stick shift. However, with this Ram you’re sacrificing over 100 foot pounds of torque just to have a manual. Additionally, if used as intended, this will probably require a new clutch waaaay before an equivalent AT even needs a fluid change. I understand the allure of an MT, but I really don’t see the point in this particular application. Perhaps I’ve missed the point of this product (as did most consumers). See all replies. Ram HD Diesel with a Manual Transmission: Dude, I Love or Hate My New Ride (Video) Since then he’s made some sweet modifications. Let’s walk through the highlights. The tune allows him to switch between five settings. Among them, one that optimizes MPGs, one better suited for towing, and one built to unleash hell on earth with his right foot.Despite this, thanks to the tuning program and an aftermarket exhaust and muffler, the truck belches out a relatively clean exhaust for a diesel. You sit so high and you have this stick shift to work.” The element of control over the truck that a stick shift provides can’t be matched with an automatic transmission. But now it’s a smooth operator. To see more of this amazing RAM HD click on the video link below and enjoy!http://az4group.com.br/wp-content/plugins/formcraft/file-upload/server/content/files/16283d3f15547b---bt250v-manual.pdf This is what many confirm to be a 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck prototype. This is what many confirm to be a 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck prototype. We’ve also identified the trim levels that allow a manual transmission. Now that the CVT is the transmission of choice in the budget car segment, you also almost never get better fuel economy with the manual. Don’t hold your breath for one in the next generation of the 2 Series, but for now, it’s still there, even if it’s hard to find. It’s available on the 230i and M230i coupe trims and the M230i convertible trim. Fuel economy in the manual drops across the board, from 24 to 21 MPG city, from 33 to 32 MPG highway, and from 27 to 25 MPG combined. The six-speed manual is available on the 320i, 320i xDrive, 330i, 340i, 340i xDrive sedans (xDrive signifying all-wheel drive). The manual is not available in the wagon, or the Gran Turismo in any trim. Whether you choose the four- or the six-cylinder 3-Series, you suffer a fuel mileage penalty like that of the 2-Series. Also, selecting xDrive all-wheel drive deletes the availability of a six-speed manual. Fuel mileage drops about 2 MPG in city, highway and combined fuel economy by selecting the manual. For the 2016 model year, though, Sonic Sedan or Hatchback have a standard five-speed manual transmission.The Cruze is also available in a hatchback for the 2017 model year. The Dart and its stablemate, the Chrysler 200, will be cancelled some time after 2017. All Fiat 500 models (including the cabriolets) are equipped with a five-speed manual transmission as standard equipment.The manual transmission is available at no additional cost. Highway mileage drops one mile per gallon as well. The 2019 arrives in the spring.Both the automatic and the manual provide 41 mpg highway, but the manual gives 29 mpg city, a one-mpg penalty versus the optional automatic.www.denizraf.com/image/files/6d40-engine-manual.pdf Selecting the CVT does increase city fuel mileage one mpg to 26, but the highway mileage stays the same at 34.The Scion xB provides a five-speed manual as standard equipment. It delivers exactly the same mileage as the optional sequential automatic transmission.It also offers a six-speed automatic, but both transmissions deliver the same fuel economy.It provides slightly better highway fuel economy than the automatic at 37 mpg, but the same 30 mpg estimate for city fuel mileage. It’s also now more expensive now that it’s in the sportier trim. It is fun to drive, though. The new turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the Sport 2.0T is great fun with 252hp on tap, and it delivers up to 22 in the city and 32 on the highway. The manual is a no-cost option versus the automatic. You’d have to drive to the moon and back on a regular basis to justify the three-mpg increase in city and highway mileage. Volkswagen offers the Passat with a manual transmission in all of its four-cylinder trims. Like the Jetta and Golf, if you really want to see fuel mileage, you’ll be forced to select the TDI Clean Diesel at a much higher price point, when it becomes available for sale again. It’s easy to do, since Volkswagen sells only about 550 a month, and only a tiny handful of those come through with manual transmissions.What you’ll find almost exclusively now is that manual transmissions are only available on the door-buster models with front-wheel drive, which have an increasingly limited audience. Yet there are some legit SUVs that offer a manual in the higher trims. They both feature either a six-speed manual transmission, or a nine-speed automatic.Fuel mileage is the same in manual vs.It’s not available at all on the standard Juke. And then you can only get it in front wheel drive.Unfortunately, in 2018, the Crosstrek’s manual is a truly unsatisfying driving experience, and it seriously degrades fuel economy. You’ll improve your economy by 4 MPG combined by selecting the excellent CVT.http://www.marsagri.com/wp-content/plugins/formcraft/file-upload/server/content/files/16283d40941286---bt2710ss-manual.pdf Six, if you insist on thinking that the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon are different trucks. Manual transmissions once thrived in this formerly utilitarian segment, but now that pickups many times are thought of as emblems of a lifestyle, the interest in manuals has cratered. It seems counterintuitive, but that four-plugger with a stick gets worse fuel mileage than the V-6 with an automatic. Incredibly, you can’t buy a manual transmission from any other full-size truck builder, in any trim.Depending which engine and drive configuration you choose, you’ll either get a five-speed or a six-speed manual. The five-speed’s city mileage is two mpg better than in the automatic version. You can get a manual transmission in just four of those.You’ll find no Ferraris, no Lamborghinis, nor any Alfas Romeo here. When the new car was introduced in Geneva last year, Automobile magazine paraphrased Audi’s CEO: “There is simply is no way for a stick-shift to match the performance of the R8’s dual-clutch transmission and few buyers wanted one, so Hollerweger believes there’s no point in offering a manual on the new car.” It’s a partnership between Mazda and Fiat, where the Japanese manufacturer provides the basic platform, and FCA Automobiles provides the sheetmetal, interior and running gear.There is a new manual sport sedan for the 2017 model year, though. It’s coupled to a 2.9-liter, twin-turbo V6 with 505 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. We’ll update our list with a link to available inventory when it arrives. There are actually three transmissions available (a CVT, the six-speed manual and a Tiptronic automatic). The manual is offered on Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels.It’s just the number of doors in question.It also forces you to select rear-wheel drive, rather than all-wheel drive.As per current trends, the six-speed ZF manual that followed is half a second slower than the eight-speed automatic. It’s only available in the V-6 models.http://kwik-it.ru/wp-content/plugins/formcraft/file-upload/server/content/files/16283d40b7779a---Bt20s-manual.pdf The STi is available with the manual transmission only. Content Marketing and Publication Manager at BestRide.com. To be fair, the writing was on the wall for years with Ford having dropped out of the game in ’11 and GM doing the same five years prior. But why have all of the big dogs now pulled anchor on what has traditionally been the backbone of the American work truck. To the Big Three, the answer is easy. It’s all about customer demand, and by customer demand they mean sales. Once Ram’s manual transmission sales bottomed out, it was likely no longer justifiable to offer the option. Sad but true. Was it an unwillingness to put in the legwork of shifting our own gears that killed off the manual, the lower power rating that often accompanied the standard shift option or are today’s automatic transmissions just that good. We think it’s a combination of all of the above. Below, we’ll highlight the technological advancements that made automatic transmissions more durable, functional and efficient, and that also sent the hand-shaker to the graveyard. Each vehicle manufacturer spends an inordinate yet necessary amount of time making sure the engine and transmission work in perfect harmony with one another. However, as the bottom line of any automaker is profit, no manufacturer is going to allocate time, resources and money into a dying product.Known for building world-class medium and heavy-duty automatic transmissions for RVs, dump trucks, Class 8 trucks and everything in between, getting the Allison name onboard offered GM a big leg up on the competition when it debuted behind the all-new 6.6L Duramax in 2001. A five-speed from ’01-’05, the Allison gained double overdrive in ’06 and the six-speed version would survive through the ’19 model year, with considerable upgrades in strength occurring each time the Duramax received an uprate in power. For 2020 GM HDs, the Allison bolted to the L5P Duramax will offer 10 forward gears.www.denizlihurda.com/image/files/6d24-engine-manual.pdf There are no pressure regulators or spring-controlled pistons, but instead a computer (the transmission control module, or TCM) that is constantly adapting to your driving style in order to provide the cleanest, smoothest possible shift for optimum comfort and drivability. Throughout the life of the Allison transmission, the TCM will even adjust its shift strategy based on clutch wear in order to maximize the overall efficiency of the transmission. The Allison name proved quite enticing for most prospective HD buyers. By the ’07 model year, GM canceled the ZF-6, the first of the Big Three to kill the manual transmission option. As expected, it did very little to deter anyone from buying one of General Motors’ HD trucks. Not only was the ZF-6 carried over from the 7.3L Power Stroke, but the 6.0L’s lack of low-end grunt meant owners frequently had to start out in the ZF’s ultra-low 5.79:1 first gear with any load behind them.Nearing the ZF-6 gearbox’s maximum input torque capacity—and an unwillingness to develop its own or outsource a different manual transmission—the 6.4L Power Stroke in front of the ZF-6 turned out 325hp and 600 lb-ft vs.Even tougher than the 5R proved to be, the 6R140 featured a beefy 1.18-inch diameter input shaft, a 12.6-inch diameter two-disc torque converter and was admittedly built with the Allison 1000 as its benchmark. But even better than the Allison, the 6R140 had a true manual shift mode and an earlier lockup event that facilitated better fuel economy and maximized rear-wheel horsepower and torque right off idle. With the 6R140 even being offered in trucks as big as Ford’s F-750s, we’d say the six-speed TorqShift has been a success. However, unlike the days of old where the manual transmission afforded you access to the higher horsepower and torque version of the 5.9L Cummins, advancements in automatic transmission technology brought the slushbox onto an even playing field from 2003-2007. Then, beginning with the release of the 68RFE six-speed automatic in ’07.5, the auto became the version to have if you wanted the more powerful version of the 6.7L Cummins. By 2018, only one percent of all 2500 series and one percent of all 3500 model trucks were ordered with the Mercedes Benz-supplied G56 six-speed manual gearbox (pictured above). With a one percent take-rate, it was only a matter of time before Ram put the kibosh on the manual option. As a result, the G56 went almost completely unchanged from ’05.5 to ’18 and was rated for a lower torque input than the automatic option from 2007.5 on. The G56 did come with a 660 lb-ft rating beginning in 2013 (up from 610 lb-ft), but at the same time the 68RFE auto was rated for 800 lb-ft and the heavy-duty Aisin AS69RC auto for 850 lb-ft. Unlike those four (and three) speeds, the 68RFE features six forward gears, no bands and is completely electronically controlled. It offers real-time, adaptive shift and pressure control for seamless operation and its converter lockup and shifting strategy helps protect the transmission in cases of high temperature. The 68RFE also debuted alongside the 650 lb-ft version of the 6.7L Cummins midway through Dodge’s ’07 model year. The G56 version was rated for the lower 610 lb-ft engine. After the release of the commercial-grade Aisin AS69RC automatic in 2013 (pictured above), the same transmission that is currently tasked with harnessing the ’19 6.7L Cummins’ 1,000 lb-ft, Ram customers still wanting to shift their own gears had to settle for 190 lb-ft less (660 lb-ft vs. 850 lb-ft). That gap would widen even more in ’15, ’16 and ’18 when further torque increases were made for automatic models but not for G56-spec’d trucks. Check out our Boiling Point series here ! Recognizing that every individual's motoring journey is unique, we seek to give form to both untold as well as celebrated facets of the automotive world. We invite you to get behind the wheel with us, it's certain to be an interesting drive. Based on the radius, a new location list is generated for you to choose from. I have not tried to start the truck, and my priorities have changed, so this project.Is a superb and comfortable long-distance commuter car. About 75 of this vehicle's mileage was highway driving. Comfortline trim level, with cloth seats (heated.Turbo Diesel. Can come with or without the rear cap. Runs well, very easy on fuel.Gas or diesel. Must be ready to go as my car is ready to go. Car will pass safty no problem. 5 speed. 2.0l.Goodyear wrangler tires.Has 22 foot box with lift gate. This truck served our business well for years. Reason for selling is we upgraded to a larger truck this summer.Hydraulic driven air compressor with storage tank. Asking 9,900.00 or best offer. Call Dave 519-748-6500 ex.343Tons of new parts on the truck, all new brakes front and back, wheels bearings, newer wheels and tires. Ac and cruise control work perfectly aswell. 4x4 works as it should The truck is very tight and solid. No mayjor rust, but it’s also not perfect! Has.Want it gone.S466 over s480, 2nd gen manifold, original set turbo setup -bd manifold and 466 silver bullet comes with the truck, 4 inch mbrp exhaust with muffler ( muffler comes.Excellent running 6.7L Cummins never deleted or tampered with. 2010 Non DEF truck. Serviced with T6 Rotella Synthetic oil and Fleetguard filters. G56 6 speed manual transmission feels as if brand new filled with Royal Purple Syncromax manual transmission fluid. 3250 Southbend dual.Runs well, no issues 16,000 CAD OBOI have had the truck for 1 and a half years. Buying this truck will come with a guaranteed high paying job. There are 2 and a half years remaining on the lease. The truck has absolutely nothing wrong.It’s very solid has never had any kind of bondo and have VERY LITTLE rust. It’s an original diesel manual truck with power windows and power locks and sliding rear window. The truck originally had a 6.2 Detroit diesel which was replaced later on with a 5.9 Cummins ve engine and a nv4500 5 speed manual transmission. The truck has been untouched since the swap was done. The truck runs and drives EXCELLENT.New shocks new brakes pads n rotors n wheel.MSRP generally excludes freight, applicable fees and taxes. MSRP has been provided for illustrative and general information purposes only. Dealers may sell for less; contact dealer for details. They are located roughly 300 miles or more from my residence. Staff was friendly but their price did not match the Gargurus price. I was given a bunch of excuses why however that was my reason for calling them. Just tired of bait and switch pricing! Went over vehicle being delivered to us in a different state. Very helpful. The finance manager was also great, explained things well, and didn’t waste any time.I did buy the vehicle.When you go to there This was a complete waste of my time. Friendly staff Very organized even with Covid-19 restrictions in place. I just decided not to to buy that car. Not pushy and very informative on all the vehicles we looked at Thank you guys for contacting me quickly. After all, over 30 million shoppers use CarGurus to find great deals on used cars and new cars in their area. And when it's time to get rid of your old ride, sell your car simply and securely on CarGurus. And if you only want to see cars with a single owner, recent price drops, photos, or available financing, our filters can help with that too. Being that the car There's only about 9k miles to the I was set up to see the vehicle and Good customer Answered my questions and the overall experience was very good. I would use them again if I am looking for another vehicle. We test drove 13 cars and every one of them had issues from unstable chassis to broken steering to creaking noises. Disappointed. Had appointment with Tonny to go see the car, same morning I get in contact with him just to confirm. After driving 30miles in oneway got turned around telling me cars someone transfer car without him knowing and is in the process to be sold to a different customer. Don’t go, don’t trust them. I will never recommend them or even consider purchasing from this dealership in the future. They are misleading, and did not follow through on promises. They also continued to contact me, multiple times, after I told them I had already made a purchase. I will NEVER deal with them! I did not find the truck I wanted but sure do wish I will find it with them. Would recommend to anyone. Anthony worked his butt off to get my husband and myself into this truck. Only down fall was not being offered an after market warranty or life insurance coverage if death. Definitely made me feel like family. Answered questions without hesitation. I highly recommend!!! Nice and friendly business They replied back, and I tried to contact salesman that emailed me but did not work They will email me pictures as soon as the car will be ready. Felt very comfortable with purchase because of the clear and honest communication. The entire Ram pickup class is the only pickup certified to be used as underground mining transport, with a modified version of its diesel engine. That is one tough truck. But the full-size Ram 2500 has distinguished itself over its 14-year history by evolving into one roomy truck as well. It came as one regular two-door cab in either rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive. It claimed to have the largest cabin in its class and led its competitors in towing capabilities. Beds now came in either short (6.3 feet) or long (8 feet) versions. Trims ranged from the base ST, to the SLT, to the luxury Laramie, which featured leather seats. The 2500 was a great success, and its unique separate fender styling inspired competitors who ramped up their offerings. It featured reverse-hinged doors that opened wide. In the face of sagging sales, the Ram 2500 received a 2002 makeover which upgraded the suspension and interior materials, and added a new 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine with over 13,000 pounds of towing action. The revamp proved a big success and Dodge regained the lead in the pickup segment. This was a pure off-roading vehicle, with a suspension, sway bars, and front and rear differentials designed to tackle rough and rocky surfaces. For those not content with the big cabin in the Quad, the Mega Cab appeared in 2006. It was as long as the Quad, but took away inches from the cargo bed to put in the cabin. Reclining rear seats that also folded flat made the Mega spacious for either cargo or passengers. Today, the Ram pickup (the most durable pickup name on the market) is still a popular choice for those looking for serious hauling power. And for those who want some family comfort and luxury, the Ram 2500 helps meets those needs as well. I use it as a truck. I am currently carrying my personal gang box and a ladder in the bed. In the future I will haul gravel and other things.The looks of the truck I think is really sharp too. However the interior seats is the only this that I can say I am not impressed with, because they should have made them with more cushion for better comfor.After all, over 30 million shoppers use CarGurus to find great deals on used cars and new cars in their area. And when it's time to get rid of your old ride, sell your car simply and securely on CarGurus. And if you only want to see cars with a single owner, recent price drops, photos, or available financing, our filters can help with that too. Not to mention the convenience in heavy city traffic. Also, vehicle electronics are now so interconnected, that a manual transmission simply introduces too many variables. The human brain and muscles are the weak link. So, for the most part, the stick-shift has gone away.