If you had the option to get the S2000 with either the current 6-speed tranny or a proper computer-controlled auto-shifted sequential manual (assume with some kind of paddle shift triggers and automatic mode) which would you choose? What if it were, say, a $3000 option? The manual 6-speed is certainly more involving, but in some ways an auto-shifted manual would really fit - like auto rev-matching for downshifts, elimination of mis-shifts, faster upshifts, and a max-performance launch option would be really cool.

 

I'd get the semi-auto in a heartbeat -- given the frequency with which you need to row the box in autocross or on the track, I think I could go faster much more consistently with the shifts under computer control.

Note that I said semi-auto; I wouldn't touch a manumatic with a ten foot pole for obvious reasons.

Steve

 

A coworker of mine and I were just talking about that same subject, and I think that a 6sp sequential manual would be great in this car! It would help those people who say that this car is bad for daily driving, as they at least wouldn't have to shift all the time (well, at least they wouldn't have to put the clutch in and out.)

 

Definately the sequential manuel like a F1 car I prefer the paddle shifters this would be the best for our cars since it redlines at 9000rpm better shift response

 

Nope, no way. If the car had paddle shifters, then anyone, including my dead grandmother, could drive it. The close-ratio six speed stick keeps this car in true enthusiasts' hands only (Oh and also those who don't know how to shift and burn out their clutches, but that's another post).

 

no question, i'd leave it as is.

 

If it were a proper clutch (or better still, twin clutch like the new Audi box) with paddle shifts I'd be all over it.

In fact, it you want this it's already available.

5Zigen Twin Mode Clutch System

 

One thing's for sure, if we did have the sequential manual transmission, Honda wouldn't have a leg to stand on with grinding shifts, would they? I think that if anyone put a sequential shifting mechanism on our current transmissions, they wouldn't last very long.

I would like to see the sequential manual transmission as an option.

 

Doesn't it make sense that if you gain the benefit of the 6-speed, and the convience of the auto, that someday all cars will be going to this type of tanny with the option of a 6 if you prefer!? To be honest I'm having a hard time deciding which I would prefer. There is something about controlling the clutch yourself, but the perfomace aspect of paddle shifters/auto mode is nice for daily driving and then you can go to paddle mode for fun. Someday all sports cars will be SMG type I bet. How many blown engines would a SMG type tranny save a year. I can see car companies making you sign a freaking waiver just to get a 6-speed. Remember when steptronic trannies were new, only a matter of time before these SMG types replace the steps. Going to narrow the performance gap between manuals and autos big time.

 

I've never driven a paddle shifter car so I can't say if I'd like it better or not. It has to be the M3 or Ferrari type though, definitely not an auto with manual shifting.