I used to have an Acura Integra (second generation). As some of your know, my commute involves a stretch of I-80 from Berkeley to Oakland CA. That is one of the heaviest/densest pack of cars in the country. I remember getting so tired after using the crutch n-times. And the Acura's crutch is one of the best in terms of engagement, imho.
Anyway, when I decided to go for a new Bimmer as a commute car, I was deadset in not getting a stick shift. Shifting through the twisties is one thing, shifting through a commute trip is another.
On reading the latest issue of Bimmer magazine, I think my decision was a good one after all. See page 56 in which the editor was testing a 530: "In humdrum normal traffic back in LA, I found the clutch take-up over-boosted, too light - I dare say, numb."
I actually have a couple of question for guys with stick shift transmission. Is this statement correct for all current Bimmers or is it related only to the 5 series. Another question is whether this light over boosted feeling is related to the infamous clutch delay valve?
Thanks
Anyway, when I decided to go for a new Bimmer as a commute car, I was deadset in not getting a stick shift. Shifting through the twisties is one thing, shifting through a commute trip is another.
On reading the latest issue of Bimmer magazine, I think my decision was a good one after all. See page 56 in which the editor was testing a 530: "In humdrum normal traffic back in LA, I found the clutch take-up over-boosted, too light - I dare say, numb."
I actually have a couple of question for guys with stick shift transmission. Is this statement correct for all current Bimmers or is it related only to the 5 series. Another question is whether this light over boosted feeling is related to the infamous clutch delay valve?
Thanks