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Changing from a Manual car to an Automatic after driving manual for around 50 yrs

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J52 Thu 30-Apr-26 16:22:49

I like a manual car, but then I like the ‘real’ driving feel.
However, if I had to get an electric car in the future, I’d book myself into some automatic lessons.

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Rosie51 Thu 30-Apr-26 16:22:09

I found myself constantly going to put it in first gear when pulling away for a couple of weeks, after that I'd adjusted. From hating the concept I now love my automatic.

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Whitewavemark2 Thu 30-Apr-26 16:20:53

Yes it was new in 2021 so been driving an automatic since then. I’m 80 now so driving a manual a good few years.

It took a time to get used to, but I would never now go back to a manual.

I love it!

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Norah Thu 30-Apr-26 16:18:38

I drive either. I find manual easier, but I don't 'stress'.

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bikergran Thu 30-Apr-26 16:14:13

Anyone done this.
I passed my test around the age of 20(so yes now 70) renewed licence this year.

I have come to the time when I am able to change my car, not new but decent used one.

I keep being told, " ohh get an automatic etc etc)
Easier to drive, less stress full(but I don't really get stressed driving anyway)

I don't do long journeys as only have Tiny Suzuki splash, so not built for motorways, long journeys also it is 18 yrs old. but in good condition low milage etc.

So has anyone changed to an Automatic later in life after only driving manual.(I have driven automatic as I used to work at a garage but that was many years ago).

If you did , did you adapt or did you revert back to manual.

Would be interested in any advice/comments smile

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