"Newbie" <newbie@no.spam> wrote in message
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> Justbob30 <justbob30@nevermind.com> wrote:
>
> : The other issue, is why would you want a low end car with a manual
> : transmission..
>
> I was just pointing out that it is an option. If someone is comfortable
> with manual transmission (as OP stated) and wants to save money while
> still getting Corolla quality, he can.
>
> I have owned manual and automatic Toyotas and never had problem selling
> either kind.

And as gas prices climb closer to $4/gal, small efficient manual
transmission vehicles will be more desirable. I expect to see a premium on
manual trans, small engine cars pretty soon in the US.

Jon