I can't vote on this topic, I own one of each. Lucky me!! I think I like the 5-speed better, but the auto is easier to drive and more consistant at the track.
Nothing but a manual for me! That was one of my "deal breakers" when I was looking at a potential SC to buy back in 96! If it wasn't a 5 speed, I crossed it off the list in the want adds....but hey, that's just me! I just don't like automatics! I also didn't really want a red one, but the car was in such good shape, and the price was right, besides I could always paint it if I couldn't get used to it.......I got used to it!
-Jeff