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Originally posted by AX lover View PostHmm Dan, I think there are three kinds of flappy paddle gearboxes.
- Normal automatic transmission with the possibility to shift up and down
- Sequential gearbox (F1 style), a 'manual' transmission with a computer operated clutch (SMG, e-gear etc etc)
- Twin-clutch gearbox, as used in the GT-R, California, new M3, facelifted 911 and a lot of VW/Audi models (at least in Europe)
And I think that the sequential gearbox had it's best time. More and more cars are using twin-clutch gearboxes. BMW ditched it's SMG in favour of DCT. Porsche is now using PDK instead of Tiptronic and Ferrari is using a twin-clutch gearboxes for the California instead of the F1 gearbox.
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Originally posted by Bavarian Motorist View PostDoes this mean Spyker will eventually be exclusively automatic? I sure hope not... Morgan did this recently (for the US anyways). That was a sad day for me.
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Originally posted by Bavarian Motorist View PostDoes this mean Spyker will eventually be exclusively automatic? I sure hope not... Morgan did this recently (for the US anyways). That was a sad day for me.
Bad for true car enthusiasts, but a sign that Spyker is on the right road.Rijk
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Originally posted by SpykerOwner View PostThe C8 is a purist's car. So I guess that one will always be available with a proper transmission. But I wouldn't be surprised if 100% of the D8 (SSUV) would have an auto and let's say 75% of the Ailerons will have an auto.Rijk
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Originally posted by ReducedSpeedAhead View Post
While in Zeewolde, I got to drive the test mule. I am a changed man.
This transmission, even in it earliest stages, does not take away from the thrill of the car one bit. The "mule" had test versions of the "Sport" mode which did more than just open the exhaust baffles, it transformed the car into a different ride. You had to shift, the car would not do it for you, the throttle response seemed better, the power was better, and it even was matching revs when i downshifted (not perfect, but they say they are working on refining it).
All in all... This will be a big hit for Spyker, and will allow them to sell enough cars to make sure those of us that want a manual, will get one!Rijk
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You can also find it on the Spyker website...
Tiptronic six-speed automatic ZF gearbox with manual override (automatic transmission)
Sometimes it pays of to do some simple searches first
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