I have lots of experience with 6 speeds. The Firebird/Camaro's were one of the first cars that had them back when no one had ever heard of a six speed! And I've owned 2 with 6 speeds. Now my current bird is an auto. My auto bird takes down the six speeds all the time. Poor launch and shift techniques kill the stick drivers. The auto in the crossfire is far superior as it holds the gears and responds very well. Like the guy talking about the GTO, the six speed just feels stronger. Don't believe the myth that a stick is quicker. Well unless you wanna race my auto Trans-Am or my auto SRT-6 for cash!