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hifidelity2
I haven't seen my friends in so long
Joined: Fri Apr 24, 2009 1:03 pm
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Location: London
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Manuals They are simpler (and so cheaper) to make and they give better fuel economy
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| Thu Sep 01, 2011 3:56 pm |
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brataccas
I haven't seen my friends in so long
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 9:14 pm
Posts: 5664
Location: Scotland
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here in scotland only auto box drivers are for disabled people  _________________
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| Thu Sep 01, 2011 4:27 pm |
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ProfessorF
What's a life?
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 7:56 pm
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Actually, with a modern auto there is no noticeable difference between the two. The Toyota Yaris, equipped with a five-speed manual gives 32 mpg* in combined city-motorway driving. With a four-speed automatic it's rated at 31 mpg* in combined driving. (*US figures.) And also, in the manual, you'll have to be driving for economy and staying away from that red line. 
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HeatherKay
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Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:13 pm
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Location: Here, but not all there.
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The GM four-speed auto box they used in the Vauxhall Carltons and Senators was superb. I once got 45mpg on a steady motorway run on the M40. I miss my old Carlton.  _________________My Flickr | Snaptophobic BloggageHeather Kay: modelling details that matter. "Let my windows be open to receive new ideas but let me also be strong enough not to be blown away by them." - Mahatma Gandhi.
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timark_uk
Moderator
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:11 pm
Posts: 12143
Location: Belfast
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Things getting easier, because right now they're not.
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big_D
What's a life?
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 8:25 pm
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Location: Bramsche
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My old (1987) BMW M535i was an automatic. I did a tour around Germany in it (left Southampton, to Dover, across to Hannover, down to Frankfurt, across to München and back up through Germany to England. I managed an average of just over 40mpg, it would probably have been better, but I "tested" the top speed on the autobahn - after 15 years, it could still reach 155mph 8) My Renault Laguna 2L Sport Auto also made around 42mpg over 90,000 miles. Economy isn't a real problem.
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Executive Producer No Agenda Show 246
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lacloss
Doesn't have much of a life
Joined: Fri Apr 24, 2009 7:48 am
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Location: Marbella Spain
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Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, wine in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming...
Damn, What a ride!!
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cloaked_wolf
What's a life?
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 8:46 pm
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Going home. Two patients took up 30 mins each, both depression-related. Thankfully the last two have been very quick and easy ones which have helped speed things up. Waiting for current one to provide a fresh urine sample.
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AlunD
Site Admin
Joined: Fri Apr 24, 2009 6:12 am
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Location: Wiltshire
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An enjoyable sunny evenings BBQing.  Plenty of chilled drinks. 
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leeds_manc
I haven't seen my friends in so long
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 8:19 pm
Posts: 5071
Location: Manchester
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Hmm seems I don't have a #good# automatic.
Kermit Ruffins, tonight at the New Orleans Rock 'n' Bowl.
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ProfessorF
What's a life?
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 7:56 pm
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Getting my car back from the garage tomorrow with it's nice new battery tray and alternator and MOT.
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pcernie
Legend
Joined: Sun Apr 26, 2009 12:30 pm
Posts: 45931
Location: Belfast
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My new printer  _________________Plain English advice on everything money, purchase and service related:
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/
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ProfessorF
What's a life?
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 7:56 pm
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I'm still looking forward to this.
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E. F. Benson
Doesn't have much of a life
Joined: Wed Sep 16, 2009 8:42 am
Posts: 798
Location: land of the free, Bexhill-on-Sea
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Milton Jones gig. Saw him years ago at an open mike night in the Concorde bar on Madeira drive Brighton. Was quick witted and very funny. He coped really well with my obscure heckles. 
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jonlumb
Spends far too much time on here
Joined: Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:44 pm
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Location: Exeter
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Saw him at the Comedy Store earlier in the year, very good indeed.
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I will be having to put up with 8 gears yet again soon 
