[etoys]

... then why are the 8 cylinder models only offered (in the US) with the automatic transmission?

 

[Belfi]

Re: Drivers wanted? (etoys)

There will be one eventually.
The G35 is auto only for a while.
IS300 was auto only for the 1st year.
The manual is generally withheld so that when it is finally released there will be new "buzz" for the new model.

 

[A4Jetta]

Re: Drivers wanted? (etoys)

The 6-speed stick will be available next year. W8 Variant will be the only import sportswagon that offers stick in 8-cylinder form.